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Agricultural biodiversity enhancement program

Supports projects enhancing wildlife habitats and biodiversity in agriculture
Quebec Wildlife Foundation (FFQ)
Last Update: March 3, 2026
Funding available
No Condition
Timeline
  • Closing date : January 15, 2025
Location
Quebec, Canada

Overview

The Agricultural Biodiversity Enhancement Program provides financial support covering up to 75% of eligible project costs for initiatives aimed at restoring, planning, and developing wildlife habitats and biodiversity on agricultural land in Quebec. Eligible activities include ecological restoration, habitat improvement, and knowledge transfer initiatives that promote sustainable agricultural practices beneficial to wildlife and biodiversity.
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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
  • Raise awareness or mobilize a population
Eligible Funding
  • Up to 75% of project cost
Timeline
  • Closing date : January 15, 2025

Eligible candidates

Eligible Industries
  • Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Location
  • Quebec
Legal structures
  • Non-profit
  • Public or Parapublic institution
Annual revenue
  • All revenue ranges
Organisation size
  • All organization sizes
Audience
  • Rural or Northern Residents
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
  • Research
  • Environment
  • Animal Protection
  • Economic, Social and Community Development
Target groups
  • Rural / Remote communities
  • Nonprofits / charities
Revenue structures
  • All structures
Scope
  • Local
  • Municipal
  • Regional
  • Provincial

Next steps

1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility

Activities funded

  • Planning and implementing the restoration of wildlife habitats in agricultural areas, including terrestrial, riparian, wetland, and aquatic environments.
  • Restoring or improving ecological connectivity between different wildlife habitats through ecological corridors or hydrological connections.
  • Developing or enhancing wildlife habitats, such as creating shelters, nesting boxes, or habitat structures, as part of restoration initiatives.
  • Conducting knowledge transfer activities to encourage the adoption of beneficial practices for wildlife and biodiversity, such as workshops or educational materials.
  • Preparing pre-project studies or individualized management plans to address specific habitat issues and propose targeted restoration or enhancement actions.

Eligibility

Who is eligible?

  • Public organizations legally constituted and working in the agricultural sector
  • Private organizations legally constituted and working in the agricultural sector

Who is not eligible

  • Private individuals and agricultural businesses (farms) are not eligible to apply.

Eligible expenses

  • Salaries and regular employee benefits directly related to project coordination, supervision, and execution, including travel expenses when applicable.
  • Fees for specialists and consultants essential to the project.
  • Administrative and office expenses (rent, office supplies, photocopying, telephone, postage, accounting), up to 10% of total eligible expenses.
  • Costs related to the purchase of materials, tools, and light equipment required for the project.
  • Rental costs for machinery or equipment used during the project.
  • Transportation and installation expenses for equipment directly linked to project activities.
  • Rental or amortization costs of computer equipment for the duration of the project, limited to 33% of the equipment's value annually over three years from purchase date.

Eligible geographic areas

  • The entire agricultural territory of Quebec.

Additional information

  • Successful applicants must obtain all necessary permits and authorizations before starting their project.
  • For restoration or development projects, a follow-up and maintenance report must be submitted annually for three years after completion.
  • The Foundation reserves the right to perform on-site inspections during the three-year follow-up period.
  • Required supporting documents, such as proof of collective engagement or property owner consent, must be included with the application to avoid ineligibility.

Contacts

mylene.vallee@fondationdelafaune.qc.ca
4186447926

Frequently Asked Questions about the Agricultural biodiversity enhancement program Program

Here are answers to the most common questions about the Agricultural biodiversity enhancement program. 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 Agricultural biodiversity enhancement program?

The Agricultural Biodiversity Enhancement Program provides financial support covering up to 75% of eligible project costs for initiatives aimed at restoring, planning, and developing wildlife habitats and biodiversity on agricultural land in Quebec. Eligible activities include ecological restoration, habitat improvement, and knowledge transfer initiatives that promote sustainable agricultural practices beneficial to wildlife and biodiversity.

How much funding can be received?

Agricultural biodiversity enhancement program Funds up to 75% of admissible expenses.

Who is eligible for the Agricultural biodiversity enhancement program program?

To be eligible for the Agricultural biodiversity enhancement program program, you must: For-profit agricultural businesses are not eligible.

What expenses are eligible under Agricultural biodiversity enhancement program?

Planning and implementing the restoration of wildlife habitats in agricultural areas, including terrestrial, riparian, wetland, and aquatic environments. Restoring or improving ecological connectivity between different wildlife habitats through ecological corridors or hydrological connections. Developing or enhancing wildlife habitats, such as creating shelters, nesting boxes, or habitat structures, as part of restoration initiatives. Conducting knowledge transfer activities to encourage the adoption of beneficial practices for wildlife and biodiversity, such as workshops or educational materials. Preparing pre-project studies or individualized management plans to address specific habitat issues and propose targeted restoration or enhancement actions.

Who can I contact for more information about the Agricultural biodiversity enhancement program?

You can contact Quebec Wildlife Foundation (FFQ) by email at mylene.vallee@fondationdelafaune.qc.ca or by phone at 4186447926.

Where is the Agricultural biodiversity enhancement program available?

The Agricultural biodiversity enhancement program program is available the province of Quebec.

Is the Agricultural biodiversity enhancement program a grant, loan, or tax credit?

Agricultural biodiversity enhancement program is a Grant and Funding

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