Three organizations in the CBRM are getting money from Nova Scotia Power’s Grassroots Grants program.
NSP says the pilot program was created to support local organizations and initiatives that play an essential role in communities across Nova Scotia.
$200,000 in grants is going to 18 groups.
Frenchvale Road Volunteer Fire Department in Ball’s Creek is getting a grant for an emergency plug for electric vehicles and a new automated external defibrillator for its fire hall.
The North Sydney Food Bank Society is also getting a grant with the money going to its community choice food access program.
YMCA Cape Breton in Sydney is getting a grant for its community kitchen.

