Environment and Climate Change Canada funding programs
We offer funding through various Grants and Contributions programs. Eligible groups, organizations and individuals can apply for support of projects that protect or conserve our natural environment.
For more information consult our list of programs below and refer to our service standards.
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Critical Habitat Interdepartmental Program
Federal land managers play an important role in regards to species at risk protection, conservation and recovery on the lands that they manage. This program contributes directly to supporting Federal Government Departments and Agencies, as well as Crown Corporations by providing funding for the implementation of conservation and recovery projects pertaining to species at risk and their critical habitat on the lands that they manage.
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Accepting applications
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Species at risk
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Adaptation canada 2026 opportunity
This opportunity is to host Adaptation Canada 2026, the third edition of Canada’s national conference on climate change adaptation.
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Accepting applications
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Climate Change
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Emissions Reduction Advancement Program
An industry-funded program established under the Clean Fuel Regulations that will support projects that reduce short term GHG emissions in Canada.
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Upcoming
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Climate Change
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Low Carbon Economy Fund
Supports projects that will reduce emissions, create jobs and save Canadians and companies money.
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Accepting applications
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Climate Change
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Ecological gifts program
Protects ecologically sensitive land and nature in order to leave a legacy for future generations.
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Accepting applications
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Donation
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Habitat Stewardship Program
Funds projects that contribute directly to the recovery of species at risk and prevent others from becoming a conservation concern.
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Not accepting applications
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Species at risk
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Indigenous Partnerships for Species at Risk
Formerly known as the Aboriginal Fund for Species at Risk, supports Indigenous leadership in conservation and provides funding for Indigenous-led projects that help conserve, protect, and recover species at risk and their habitats.
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Not accepting applications
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Indigenous / Species at risk
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Community Interaction Program
Promotes community projects that conserve and improve the St. Lawrence ecosystem.
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Not accepting applications
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Water
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Environmental Damages Fund
Fines resulting from environmental damage collected to fund projects which benefit the natural environment.
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Not accepting applications
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General
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National Adaptation Strategy & Hydrologic Prediction and Innovation
Funds projects in priority climate data, services, and assessments; flood hazard identification and mapping; hydrologic prediction; and innovation in hydrometry.
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Not accepting applications
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Climate Change / Water
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Food Waste Prevention and Diversion: Research and Capacity Building Fund
Supports projects that will help reduce and/or divert food and other organic waste from landfill.
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Not accepting applications
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Climate Change
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Emerging approaches for reducing landfill methane emissions
Support for pilot tests of emerging monitoring technologies to optimize methane recovery at landfills.
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Not accepting applications
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Climate Change
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Climate Action and Awareness Fund
Support for projects that raise awareness of climate change.
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Not accepting applications
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Climate Change
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Output-Based Pricing System Proceeds Fund
Supports clean technology projects that reduce greenhouse gas emissions to help decarbonize Canada’s industrial sectors, while returning OBPS proceeds to jurisdictions of origin.
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Not accepting applications
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Climate Change
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Nature Smart Climate Solutions Fund
Support for projects that restore wetlands, peatlands, and grasslands to store and capture carbon and support biodiversity.
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Not accepting applications
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Climate Change
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Indigenous-led Natural Climate Solutions
Support for Indigenous-led projects that restore wetlands, peatlands, and grasslands to store and capture carbon and support biodiversity.
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Not accepting applications
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Climate Change / Indigenous
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Indigenous Guardians Program
Provides Indigenous Peoples with more opportunities for stewardship of their traditional territories.
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Not accepting applications
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Indigenous
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Increasing Knowledge on Plastic Pollution Initiative
Address knowledge gaps related to the potential human health effects and ecotoxicology of plastics in Canada.
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Not accepting applications
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Plastic
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Zero Plastic Waste Initiative
Funds local projects that mobilize Canadians and communities to develop and test solutions to prevent plastics from entering the environment.
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Not accepting applications
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Plastic
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Salish Sea Marine Emissions Reduction Fund
Helps reduce air pollutant and greenhouse gas emissions from domestic marine vessels or fleets operating in the Canadian portion of the Salish Sea.
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Not accepting applications
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Regional program
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Community Nominated Priority Places for Species at Risk
Funds projects with multiple partners working together to conserve species at risk and their habitat.
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Not accepting applications
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Species at risk
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Wolastoq/Saint John River Freshwater Ecosystem Initiative
Supports projects that will improve the water quality and ecological health of the Wolastoq/Saint John River Watershed.
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Not accepting applications
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Water
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Great Lakes Freshwater Ecosystem Initiative
Addresses the most significant environmental challenges affecting Great Lakes water quality and ecosystem health.
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Not accepting applications
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Water
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Lake Winnipeg Basin Program
Supports projects aimed at improving water quality and the ecological health of Lake Winnipeg and its basin.
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Not accepting applications
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Water
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Lake of the Woods Freshwater Ecosystem Initiative
Supports projects that address harmful algal blooms in the Lake of the Woods.
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Not accepting applications
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Water
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Lake Simcoe Freshwater Ecosystem Initiative
Funds projects that address harmful algal blooms in Lake Simcoe.
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Not accepting applications
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Water
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EcoAction Community Funding Program
Support to community groups for action-based projects, with a focus on freshwater, to improve the environment and increase environmental awareness and capacity in the community.
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Not accepting applications
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Water
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