Communities in Special Area No. 3 and surrounding rural regions are seeing local priorities come to life thanks to a $22,000 investment through the Lanfine Wind Community Grant, created by Pattern Energy in partnership with the Community Foundation of Southeastern Alberta (CFSEA).
Pattern Energy presents a Lanfine Wind Community Grant for over $7,000 to Acadia Valley Early Childhood Services, one of the five recipients, on May 29, 2025
This spring marked the second round of funding from the Lanfine Wind Community Grant, which supports projects and organizations enhancing the quality of life in communities near Pattern’s Lanfine Wind facility. Five initiatives received funding in 2025, ranging from school programming and community recreation to early childhood services:
- Youngstown School
- Royal Canadian Legion Acadia Branch 208
- New Brigden Community Association
- Oyen and District Leisure Society
- Acadia Valley Early Childhood Services
In addition to the community grants, two $1,000 scholarships were awarded to students through Prairie Rose School Division: The Lanfine Wind Scholarship Fund and the Badlands Baseball Academy Scholarship. Both scholarships aim to support student growth, development, and opportunity within the region.
Lanfine scholarship recipients Haylee Wagstaff (left) and Dyson deBussac (right) were awarded $1,000 each for the Lanfine Wind Scholarship Fund and the Badlands Baseball Academy Scholarship, respectively
“Whether it’s supporting youth programs, community services, or infrastructure that enhances the everyday lives of families in this region, this fund is here to respond to the community’s needs,” said Clint Olsen, Facility Manager of Lanfine Wind. “We’re grateful for the opportunity to walk alongside the communities of Southeastern Alberta, and we look forward to the stories, growth, and success we’ll build together.”
Applications were reviewed by a local Advisory Committee, which included community representatives, Pattern Energy, and the Community Foundation.
“This fund demonstrates how thoughtful corporate philanthropy can create a ripple effect of positive change,” says Niki Gray, Executive Director of CFSEA. “Pattern Energy’s ongoing commitment is a powerful example of how companies can invest in the long-term health and vitality of our region.”
The next application cycle will open in spring 2026. Eligibility guidelines and more information can be found at cfsea.ca/lanfinewind-communitygrant.
About the Lanfine Wind Community Fund
The Lanfine Wind Community Fund was established by Pattern Energy in partnership with the Community Foundation to support the rural communities surrounding the Lanfine Wind facility near Oyen, Alberta. Through annual community grants and scholarships, the fund invests in local priorities that enhance quality of life, ranging from education, Indigenous well-being, environment, community services, and youth development. Funding decisions are guided by a local Advisory Committee to ensure the fund remains responsive to the region’s evolving needs.
For more information, please contact:
Emily Conley
grants@cfsea.ca
403.527.9038