Miller Homes, Scotland’s leading homebuilder, is inviting local groups and community causes near its West Craigs Manor, Edgelaw View and West Craigs Mews developments in Edinburgh to apply for the first round of its 2026 Community Fund, which is offering a share of £10,000 to those in need.
The company is encouraging organisations that aim to make a lasting impact in their local area to apply, with applications now open until Wednesday 29 April 2026.
Since its launch in 2022, the Community Fund has made a significant difference to local communities across Scotland, awarding £105,000 to organisations supporting people and projects in areas close to Miller Homes developments. Across the UK, the initiative has distributed more than £400,000 to good causes, helping a wide range of projects from music groups and sports teams to foodbanks and community spaces.
In 2025, the Community Fund supported 18 organisations across Scotland across two funding rounds, distributing £20,000 to community groups and charities.
David McGrath, Executive Managing Director for Miller Homes Scotland and North said:
“At Miller Homes, we’re passionate about giving back to the communities where we build. Through the Community Fund, we’ve been able to support many groups across Scotland, whether that’s by helping them launch new initiatives or by ensuring they can continue their valuable work in the local community. We look forward to seeing the creative and impactful ways local organisations plan to use this grant.”
Applicants will be asked to illustrate how they would use the grant to benefit the community, with support ranging from a minimum of £250 to a maximum of £2,000. Successful groups will be awarded mid-June.
<img src="https://www.mtlblog.com/media-library/elegant-montreal-brunch-spread-with-mimosas-right-historic-hotel-place-darmes-montreal.jpg?id=59896092&width=1245&height=700&coordinates=2%2C0%2C3%2C0"/><br/><br/><p> Easter weekend is a great opportunity early in the year to gather friends and family for a delicious meal at one of Montreal's many great restaurants.
</p><p> To celebrate the weekend, several of Old Montreal's top-rated restaurants are putting on special Easter brunch menus — from top-shelf buffet-style brunches to creative table d'hôte menus.
</p><p> Here are three restaurants where you can find a delicious menu to make your Easter Sunday brunch something special.
</p><h3>Mama C</h3><br/><blockquote class="instagram-media" data-instgrm-permalink="https://www.instagram.com/p/C_508XTNuaj/" data-instgrm-version="4" style="background:#FFF; border:0; border-radius:3px; box-shadow:0 0 1px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.5),0 1px 10px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.15); margin: 1px; max-width:658px; padding:0; width:99.375%; width:-webkit-calc(100% - 2px); width:calc(100% - 2px);">
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</blockquote><script async="" defer="" src="//platform.instagram.com/en_US/embeds.js"></script><p>Price: $75 per person</p><p>When: 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Sunday, April 20, 2025</p><p>Address: 100, rue Saint-Paul O., Montreal, QC</p><p>Why you need to go: On Easter Sunday, Mama C is treating guests to a three-course table d'hôte brunch. This exclusive seating includes a starters spread of crispy tyropita with honey and crumbled feta, meatballs over smoked yoghurt and dips.</p><p>Choose between the giouvestki kritharato (shrimp and orzo stew), grilled sea bass, flatbread or lamb chops for the main course, before tucking into the shared desserts: a mille-feuille baklava and bougatsa (custard pie).</p><p><a href="https://mamacrestaurant.com/en/menu/easter-brunch/" target="_blank">Mama C website</a></p><h3>Modavie</h3><br/><blockquote class="instagram-media" data-instgrm-permalink="https://www.instagram.com/p/DCrrKxsstNy/" data-instgrm-version="4" style="background:#FFF; border:0; border-radius:3px; box-shadow:0 0 1px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.5),0 1px 10px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.15); margin: 1px; max-width:658px; padding:0; width:99.375%; width:-webkit-calc(100% - 2px); width:calc(100% - 2px);">
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</blockquote><script async="" defer="" src="//platform.instagram.com/en_US/embeds.js"></script><p>Price: $65 per person</p><p>When: 10:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Sunday, April 20, 2025</p><p>Address: 1, rue Saint-Paul O., Montreal, QC</p><p>Why you need to go: This Easter Sunday, the bistro Modavie is serving a table d'hote three-course menu that showcase the timeless French cuisine that makes this Old Montreal spot beloved by locals.</p><p>Famously, Modavie guests enjoy live music while they dine, meaning you can celebrate Easter Sunday serenaded by talented Montreal performers.</p><p><a href="https://modavie.com/en/menu/easter-brunch/" target="_blank">Modavie website</a></p><h3>Brasserie 701</h3><br/><blockquote class="instagram-media" data-instgrm-permalink="https://www.instagram.com/p/CxTBcNdMGRl/" data-instgrm-version="4" style="background:#FFF; border:0; border-radius:3px; box-shadow:0 0 1px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.5),0 1px 10px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.15); margin: 1px; max-width:658px; padding:0; width:99.375%; width:-webkit-calc(100% - 2px); width:calc(100% - 2px);">
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</blockquote><script async="" defer="" src="//platform.instagram.com/en_US/embeds.js"></script><p>Price: $74 per adult; $35 per child</p><p>When: 10 a.m.-3 p.m., Sunday, April 20, 2025</p><p>Address: 701, Côte de la Place-d'Armes, Montreal, QC</p><p>Why you need to go: This Easter Sunday, the chefs at contemporary French eatery Brasserie 701 are putting on a lavish buffet spread to satisfy every craving you have, from hot and cold to sweet and savoury.</p><p>The generous menu gives you plenty to choose from, including a cheese and charcuterie station, freshly poached eggs Benedicts, grilled salmon, quiche, fresh salads, waffles, pastries and more.</p><p><a href="https://brasserie701.com/en/menu/easter-brunch-2/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Brasserie 701 website</a></p><p> Whether you hit up the extravagant buffet at Brasserie 701, dine under the Mediterranean sun at Mama C, or savour the sound of live music at Modavie, you can enjoy a sumptuous meal at these Old Montreal restaurants that are pulling out all the stops for the perfect Easter Sunday brunch.
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