The Cenovus Energy Block Party Trailer or the Neighbourhood Block Party Kit are available to all Lloydminster residents to borrow for Neighbourhood gatherings.
Neighbourhood Block Party
The Block Party program is offered by City of Lloydminster’s Social Programs and Services as part of their connecting communities initiative. This program encourages residents living on the same street or within an apartment building to create a gathering where they can build relationships and connect over food, fun and play.
Cenovus Energy Block Party Trailer
Many neighbourhoods already have all the tools they need to host great events, but for those thatneed a little assistance we have made it even easier with the Cenovus Energy Block Party Trailer.The Cenovus Energy Block Party Trailer comes equipped with:
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In addition, the City of Lloydminster will provide the following assistance:
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A $75.00 gift card to support food costs of the event
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Assistance with road closures
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Hosting tools such as invitations, name tags, and icebreaker ideas.
Neighbourhood Block Party Kit
The Neighbourhood Block Party Kit offers a smaller alternative to the Cenovus Energy Block Party Trailer. The Kit allows residents to borrow a selection of games and activities to support theirneighbourhood block party. This is not intended to be combined with the Cenovus Energy Block Party Trailer. Activities include:
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In addition, the City of Lloydminster will provide the following assistance:
- A $75.00 gift card to support food costs of the event.
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Assistance with road closures
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Hosting tools such as invitations, name tags, and icebreaker ideas.
FAQs
Who can borrow the Cenovus Energy Block Party Trailer or the Neighbourhood Block Party Kit?
The Cenovus Energy Block Party Trailer or the Neighbourhood Block Party Kit are restricted to neighbourhood level events with the intent of bringing people together within the same street, living complex, block, or neighbourhood. Community events, fund raisers, private celebrations, political activities are noteligible.
Block Party Kits are FREE to reserve! Within the application, don’t forget to request financial support to offset the cost of food and food-related items.
When can I host a Block Party?
Block Party parties can be hosted year-round! The games and sporting equipment of the Block Party Kit are suitable for all seasons. For winter events alarger patio heater is available.
Where can I host a Block Party?
Block Parties can be hosted at numerous locations:
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public streets (pending an approved Road Closure Permit);
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public parks;
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backyards;
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garages; or
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any space big enough for your attendees!
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Some restrictions will apply based finding a safe location
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It depends on how big of an event you feel comfortable organizing and what can be accommodated in your area. You can invite the neighbours on eitherside of your house or apartment, your entire block or floor or simply those who live in your area!
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The Neighbourhood Block Party program provides “door hangers” which can act as invitations if no one is home when you go to invite them.
Backyard fire pits are permitted within City of Lloydminster limits. Please check fire restrictions prior to hosting. The Cenovus Energy Block Party Trailer comes equipped with a propane powered fire pit.
Can we consume alcohol or cannabis during a Block Party?
The City of Lloydminster does not allow consumption of alcohol or cannabis within public spaces (parks, streets) at any time.
Liquor and cannabis can only be served and consumed on private property. The City of Lloydminster carries insurance for residential Block Party organizers during their event. This insurance does not provide coverage to events that serve alcohol or cannabis.
What time does the party need to end?
There is no specific time when Block Parties must end; however, they are subject to noise restrictions as per Community Standards Bylaw (29-2022).
Can we temporarily close streets?
Yes, organizers may be able to close streets upon receiving an approved Road Closure Permit which can be filled out on the Neighbourhood Block Party application.
Contact Us
City of Lloydminster
4420 50 Avenue, Lloydminster
AB/SK, T9V 0W2
Phone: 780-875-6184
Fax: 780-871-8345
Email: Send us a message