Education: Assiniboine Park & Zoo School Field Trip Funding Application

Assiniboine Park & Zoo Daycare Field Trip Funding Application
Assiniboine Park Conservancy Field Trip Funding Program

As part of our mandate to create accessible programming, we have created an array of programs suitable for all ages, backgrounds and skill levels.

We have secured funding to assist Manitoba registered daycares serving communities with economic challenges that prevent their daycare children from accessing Assiniboine Park & Zoo.

If your daycare is in need of field trip financial assistance and serves a low-income community, please submit the form below. Priority will be given to daycares located in the Downtown, Point Douglas, and Inkster areas, but all applications will be reviewed.

Due to limited funding, please note that there is a limit of one application per facility per year.

Assistance Available

Zoo Access:
- During the months of July-April, the cost of up to 25 children for a self-guided or programmed visit at the Zoo
- During the months of May-June, admission for up to 25 children for a self-guided visit only
- Additional children are welcome, but must be paid for by the daycare
Park Access:
- Programming cost for up to 25 students to attend a 90 minute program (only available in select months. See website for details on each program.)
- Additional costs must be paid for by the school
Leaf Access:
- During the months of July-December, and February-April, the cost of up to 25 children for a self-guided or programmed visit at The Leaf
- During the months of May-June, admission for up to 25 children for a self-guided visit only
- Additional children are welcome, but must be paid for by the daycare
Outreach Program Access:
- During the months of July to April, the cost of up to one outreach program for up to 25 children and mileage for us to come to you.
- Additional programs must be paid for by the daycare
Applications for the 2025/2026 school year will open September 3, 2025. Applications for the summer of 2026 (July and August) will open in June 1, 2026. Applications submitted prior to their opening date will not receive a response.
Daycare Name*
Facility Number*
Your daycare MUST be licensed with the Manitoba Government to apply for this subsidy
Daycare Address*

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityProvince

Postal Code
Main Contact*

First NameLast Name
Email Address*
example@example.com
Phone Number*

Area CodePhone Number
Alternate Contact

First NameLast Name
Alternate Email
example@example.com
Alternate Phone Number

Area CodePhone Number
Number of Students*
Ages of Children*
Type of Assistance Requested*
An outreach program is where we come to your organization
1st Program Choice:*
Please put self-guided if not coming for a program
2nd Program Choice:
Outreach Programs*

Aromatherapy with Herbs (Gr. 3-6)Chocolate's Sweet History (Gr. 3-5)P is for Polar Bear (Pre-K-K)Polar Bears (Gr. 1-2)S is for Seeds (Pre-K-K)
Requested Date for Program*

MonthDayYear
My group will be at the Park/Zoo for...*

The entire dayOnly in the morningOnly in the afternoon
1. In 250 words or less, please describe how you believe your daycare children will benefit from this field trip to Assiniboine Park & Zoo.*

0/250
1. In 250 words or less, please describe how you believe your daycare children will benefit from an outreach program from Assiniboine Park & Zoo.*

0/250
2. In 250 words or less, please explain the economic challenges preventing your daycare from experiencing the Assiniboine Park and Zoo.*

0/250
Please read the following statements and check them to indicate your acceptance of the funding conditions:*

I understand that submitting an application does not guarantee acceptance into the Field Trip Subsidy Program at Assiniboine Park and Zoo.I understand the free adult chaperone ratio will be as listed on the website. Adults, above the ratio, are $22.00+GST/adult for Zoo visits and $15.50+GST/adult for Leaf visits.I understand that I must book my program date within 10 business days after receiving confirmation.I understand that during the months of May and June I can only book a self-guided visit.I understand that I will be required to participate in an online evaluation post-program.I understand that if we do receive funding, all additional costs must be paid by the group
By submitting this form, you are indicating that the information provided is accurate and complete to the best of your knowledge.
Full Name*

First NameLast Name
Date*

MonthDayYear
After submitting this form, you should receive a copy of it in the email inbox of the main contact. If not, please resubmit the form.
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Assiniboine Park & Zoo Daycare Field Trip Funding Application