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Abandoned Boats Program - Assessment and Removals (A&R) component
Supports removal and disposal of hazardous abandoned small boats
Last Update: March 3, 2026
Funding available
$ 250,000
Timeline
- Closing date : June 15, 2023
Location
Canada
Overview
The Abandoned Boats Program - Assessment and Removals component provides up to $250,000 in federal funding to support the assessment, removal, and permanent disposal of abandoned or wrecked small boats posing hazards in Canadian waters. Eligible activities include boat assessments, removals, and related costs for authorized applicants such as municipalities, Indigenous groups, and port authorities.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Reduce environmental footprint
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 250,000 $
- Up to 100% of project cost
Timeline
- Closing date : June 15, 2023
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Transportation and warehousing
- Administrative and support, waste management and remediation services
- Public administration
Location
- Canada
Legal structures
- Non-profit
- Public or Parapublic institution
- For-profit business
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Indigenous Peoples
- Rural or Northern Residents
- Canadians
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Environment
- Economic, Social and Community Development
Target groups
- General public
- Indigenous peoples
- Rural / Remote communities
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- Local
- Municipal
- Regional
- Provincial
- National
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Assessment of abandoned and/or wrecked small boats to determine eligibility and risks for removal.
- Permanent removal and disposal of abandoned and/or wrecked small boats from Canadian waterways.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Provinces, territories, and municipalities
- Local governments
- Indigenous groups, communities, and organizations
- Private ports or marinas
- Canadian Port Authorities
- For-profit and not-for-profit organizations
Who is not eligible
- Companies seeking to remove abandoned or wrecked boats located in federally owned small craft harbours (these are not eligible; such cases should contact the Department of Fisheries and Oceans).
- Organizations proposing the removal of military boats.
- Organizations proposing the removal of heritage boats.
- Companies involved with boats that are currently part of a legal dispute with a private or public party.
Eligible expenses
- Staff salaries and benefits related to assessment and removal activities.
- Professional services, including accounting, consulting, audit, and labour costs.
- Costs associated with the assessment and removal of abandoned or wrecked boats, including environmental and heritage assessments.
- Purchase or lease of assets, technology, equipment, systems, and supplies required for the project.
- Facility costs such as room rentals and storage fees for boats (up to 3 months or as agreed upon with Transport Canada).
- Translation expenses.
- Administrative costs up to 15% of total project expenses (e.g., general administration, rent, insurance, office equipment rental, membership fees).
- Travel and accommodation costs necessary for the project (including vehicle rental, fuel, meals, and incidentals, subject to federal travel rates).
- Other direct, reasonable, and incremental costs essential to the project, approved in writing prior to being incurred.
Eligible geographic areas
- Organizations located in Canada, including all provinces and territories, are eligible provided their activities pertain to Canadian waters.
Additional information
- One funding application covers both assessment and removal activities for abandoned boats.
- Reports confirming the use of funds as intended must be submitted within 30 days of completing activities.
- Storage costs for removed boats may be eligible only for up to 3 months, unless otherwise agreed with Transport Canada.
- Applications involving multiple boats can use an Excel spreadsheet to detail each vessel.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Abandoned Boats Program - Assessment and Removals (A&R) component Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Abandoned Boats Program - Assessment and Removals (A&R) component. This section explains what the program is, how much funding is available, eligibility requirements, application deadlines, and other important details to help you determine if this grant is right for your business.
What is the Abandoned Boats Program - Assessment and Removals (A&R) component?
The Abandoned Boats Program - Assessment and Removals component provides up to $250,000 in federal funding to support the assessment, removal, and permanent disposal of abandoned or wrecked small boats posing hazards in Canadian waters. Eligible activities include boat assessments, removals, and related costs for authorized applicants such as municipalities, Indigenous groups, and port authorities.
How much funding can be received?
Abandoned Boats Program - Assessment and Removals (A&R) component Funds up to 100% of admissible expenses, capped at $250,000 per project.
Who is eligible for the Abandoned Boats Program - Assessment and Removals (A&R) component program?
To be eligible for the Abandoned Boats Program - Assessment and Removals (A&R) component program, you must:
For-profit or not-for-profit organization in Canada
Private port or marina, or Canadian port authority
Must obtain authorization from the Navigation Protection Program to assess or remove the boat
What expenses are eligible under Abandoned Boats Program - Assessment and Removals (A&R) component?
Assessment of abandoned and/or wrecked small boats to determine eligibility and risks for removal.
Permanent removal and disposal of abandoned and/or wrecked small boats from Canadian waterways.
Who can I contact for more information about the Abandoned Boats Program - Assessment and Removals (A&R) component?
You can contact Transport Canada (TC) by email at tc.abp-pba.tc@tc.gc.ca.
Where is the Abandoned Boats Program - Assessment and Removals (A&R) component available?
The Abandoned Boats Program - Assessment and Removals (A&R) component program is available across Canada.
Is the Abandoned Boats Program - Assessment and Removals (A&R) component a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Abandoned Boats Program - Assessment and Removals (A&R) component is a Grant and Funding