Club Toolkit
The Club Toolkit can be used as a go-to guide for clubs and associations utilising reserves and facilities managed by the City of Canning.
Sports and recreation clubs
The City of Canning is home to over 90 local sports and recreation clubs. These clubs provide sporting and recreational programs to all ages and are essential to a healthy, safe, and inclusive community.
The Club Development team assist and support sport and recreation clubs to develop and thrive in the community:
- Provide club support and guidance.
- Assist in club sustainability.
- Provide clubs with grants and funding opportunities.
- Strengthen relationships between the City and clubs.
Find a Club
The Find a Club website is the place to start if you are looking to join a new club. Simply click on the sport you are interested in.
Seasonal hire of sports grounds
The City has 18 active reserves which can be used for a variety of sporting and recreational needs, with over 90 sporting clubs utilising the reserves on a seasonal basis.
Facilities – Request It (Issues and Requests)
Tell us about an issue at your active reserve or request a service.
How To Guides
Rangers and Community Safety Services
Available 24 Hours a day, 7 days a week on 1300 422 664.
KidSport
KidSport enables eligible Western Australian children aged 5-18 years to participate in community sport and recreation by offering financial assistance of up to $300 per financial year towards club fees.
Community Sporting and Recreation Facilities Fund
The Community Sporting and Recreation Facilities Fund provide financial assistance to community groups to develop basic infrastructure for sport and recreation.
Australian Cricket Infrastructure Fund
Cricket Australia, in partnership with WA Cricket, is committed to developing quality facilities the provide a welcoming environment for all participants, officials, volunteers and spectators.
City of Canning – Community Grants Program
The Community Grants Program, supports local organisations to deliver activities and services, including sport and recreation.
Small Grants
Grants up to $500 to support low cost activities and equipment. Small Grants are open until 24 May 2024.
Volunteer Grants
Grants up to $500 to support the development of volunteers. Open until 24 May 2024.
Equipment Grants
Up to $1,000 towards new equipment to support your activities. Grants are currently closed.
50/50 Equipment Grant
Up to $5,000 towards larger equipment to support your activities. Grants are currently closed.
Disability Access and Inclusion Grant
Up to $10,000 to help activities become inclusive and accessible. Grants are currently closed.
Important dates
Date |
Information |
| Winter Season – April to September |
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| Summer Season – October to March |
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| Pre-Season Training |
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| Seasonal Changeover |
These closures are to prepare the grounds for the upcoming season. |
| Seasonal Club Invoicing |
15th of the month. |
Turf Management Program
Month |
Information |
| April |
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| May |
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| June |
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| July |
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| August |
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| September |
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Community Events
Our Community Events Calendar display non-profitable, community events that take place within the City of Canning area.
City of Canning Policies
- Fees and Charges
- Seasonal Hire of Sports Ground (including 15 hours of complimentary usage of community halls and pavilions per season)
- Community Signage
- Tenancy Management
Australian Sports Commission
The Australian Sports Commission supports club development through its free online platform, Game Plan. This allows sporting clubs to get insights into their current capability in key areas of club administration, then supports ongoing club development with a suite of tools.
Australian Sports Foundation
Helping Australian sporting clubs and individuals raise funds for their sport. They provide personalised support in fundraising, advocacy, and grants.
DLGSC
DLGSC promote participation and achievement in sport and recreation to support a healthy lifestyle. They provide sport and recreation funding, the Community Sporting and Recreation Facilities Fund, KidSport, people and organisation development, support for managing a club, and training and workshops.
Every Club Hub
Every Club Hub provides access to resources, guides, training opportunities and information on how committees can improve their club. Support includes starting a new club, training and workshops, junior sport, safety and Integrity, managing complaints and conflict, and how-to guides.
Good Sports
Good Sports supports over 11,000 community sporting clubs across Australia to provide a safe and welcoming environment. They provided assistance with grants and fundraising, volunteers, safe transport, alcohol management, mental health, smoking, and drugs.
Play by the Rules
Play by the Rules provides resources, tools and free online training to increase the capacity and capability of administrators, coaches, officials, players, parents and spectators. This assists them in preventing and dealing with discrimination, harassment, child safety, inclusion and integrity issues in sport.
SportWest True Sport
SportWest provides True Sport initiatives. These initiatives feature sector-specific training, resources and implementation guidance while also allowing flexibility in delivery, catering for all sports across the seasons.
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