Salamander Fund
A program to support families
Initially created to assist families facing financial difficulties in registering their children for day camp and soccer activities, the fund is now expanding its scope. It will now cover not only registration fees for day camp and soccer but also those for all sports and cultural activities throughout the year, subject to fund availability.
This initiative aims to ensure that every child has access to enriching opportunities, regardless of their family’s financial resources. Thanks to the generosity of donors, the ‘Salamander Fund’ will continue to make a real difference in the lives of children and their families.
Families in need are encouraged to inquire about eligibility criteria and to submit their applications as soon as possible. Together, we can create an environment where all children can thrive and realize their full potential.
The fund's objectives
- Ensure that every child has access to enriching opportunities, regardless of their family's financial resources.
- Create an environment where all children can thrive and fulfill their full potential.
- Support the families in our community.
Eligibility criteria
Being responsible for the care and education of a child under 18 years old.
Only parents or legal guardians are eligible to apply for support. During the application process, a document establishing the parental relationship or other documentation establishing guardianship is required for the opening of the file.
Accepted proofs of parental relationship or legal guardianship
Birth certificate;
Government letter of family allowance or benefits;
Legal document attesting to guardianship;
Hospital card;
School report card;
Any other document attesting to the parental relationship
Residing in Brome Lake
Only residents of Brome Lake can benefit from the financial support program. Proof of residency for parents or legal guardians will be required for each support application.
Accepted proofs of residency
Driver’s license;
Municipal tax bill;
Current insurance policy;
Utility bill dated no more than three months ago (e.g., electricity, gas, cable, etc…)
Submit the application in the same year as the activity takes place.
The form and receipts must be submitted within the year the receipt was issued, except for registrations made in December, for which the deadline will be January 31 of the following year. To be eligible, receipts for leisure activities must contain the following information:
- Full name and contact details (address and phone number) of the service provider (company, organization, or instructor);
- Title of the activity or course;
- Address of the activity location (if different from the service provider's address);
- Duration of the activity or course (start and end dates);
- Full name of the child;
- Detailed cost;
- Tax number (if applicable)
Family income
To ensure that the "Salamander Fund" program supports families appropriately, only households with a family income of $65,000 or less are eligible.
Parents or legal guardians must include a copy of their notice of assessment from the previous year.
Each participant is eligible for a maximum amount of $550 per child annually.
Types of eligible activities
Sport
Soccer, Hockey, Football, Figure Skating, etc.
Culture
Theatre, Painting, Photography, etc.
Recreation
Day Camp, etc.
Support is provided for sports, recreational, or cultural activities as long as the participant actively engages in the activity and is not passively involved (e.g., being part of a theater troupe or a hockey team rather than attending a theater play or a hockey game).
Submit an application
Accessing the Salamander Fund
Once your application to the Salamander Fund has been approved, a discount will automatically be applied when registering your child for an activity offered by the Town of Brome Lake.
Procedure on how to apply the Fund through Amilia registration
Supporting documents such as proof of residency, parental relationship, and a copy of the tax assessment notice can be presented in person at Centre Lac-Brome (270 Victoria Street) from Monday to Thursday between 10 a.m. and noon and between 1 p.m. and 4:30 p.m. or on Friday between 8 a.m. and 12 p.m.
For an activity offered by an organization other than the Town of Brome Lake
If the selected activity is not offered by the Town of Brome Lake, parents must complete the registration and pay the full amount. A reimbursement request can then be submitted by completing the online form.
Contribute to the program
To contribute to the ‘Salamander Fund’ program, please contact the Department of Recreation, Tourism, Culture, and Community Life.
