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Agricultural Water Management Fund
Cost-shared support for responsible drainage projects
Latest source updateLast Update: April 1, 2026Latest change: The Agricultural Water Management Fund has been updated for 2026-27 with significant changes including mandatory pre-approval for all four streams, extended intake windows, and a narrowed scope for eligible mitigation works.View change
Latest source update
Last Update: April 1, 2026
Latest change: The Agricultural Water Management Fund has been updated for 2026-27 with significant changes including mandatory pre-approval for all four streams, extended intake windows, and a narrowed scope for eligible mitigation works.
Agricultural Water Management Fund: Major Program Updates for 2026-27
The Agricultural Water Management Fund has transitioned from the 2025-26 program year to 2026-27, introducing significant process and timeline changes. Most notably, pre-approval is now required for all four funding streams, whereas previously the On-Farm Qualified Persons and Mediation Services Support streams did not require pre-approval. Application intake windows have also been extended: On-Farm and Mediation streams now run from April 1 to August 31, 2026 (previously to February 15), and Technical and Mitigation streams run from April 1 to May 15, 2026 (previously only one month). Additionally, the eligible mitigation works list for the Mitigation and Rehabilitation Construction Support stream has been narrowed. Small dams and ditch construction are no longer listed as eligible mitigation works under Stream 4. The application form has been updated to the 2026 version. Funding amounts remain unchanged at up to $25,000 for combined On-Farm and Mediation support, $50,000 for Technica
Funding available
Varies by project
Deadline
Open continuously
Location
Saskatchewan, Canada
Overview
This program offers cost-shared support for responsible agricultural drainage projects in Saskatchewan, with a maximum total funding amount of $95,000. It supports qualified persons, mediation services, technical design, and mitigation or rehabilitation construction.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- No objectives are currently available
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Funds Providers
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Saskatchewan
Legal structures
- Public or Parapublic institution
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Hiring Qualified Persons for targeted drainage projects.
- Using mediation services to reach agreement on drainage projects.
- Developing technical design solutions for complex drainage projects.
- Constructing mitigation and rehabilitation works for drainage projects.
Documents Needed
- Completed Application Form (Appendix A).
- Supporting documents for expenditures.
- Letters of support, where applicable.
- Project photos before and after construction, for mitigation and rehabilitation work.
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Individuals or corporations registered in Saskatchewan.
- First Nations in Saskatchewan.
- Saskatchewan rural municipalities.
- Conservation and development area authorities.
- Watershed association boards.
- Irrigation districts.
Eligible expenses
- Fees for Qualified Persons.
- Mediation service costs.
- Technical and engineering design costs.
- Construction costs for mitigation and rehabilitation works.
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- In-kind materials.
- GST and PST.
- ISC fees.
- Application fees.
- Channel clearing and ditch maintenance.
Eligible geographic areas
- Saskatchewan
Selection criteria
- Applications are scored based on the program’s eligibility criteria.
How to apply
- Step 1
- Check whether the project is eligible.
- Step 2
- Ensure the project has a WSA-validated drainage network delineation, a provincial drainage number, and a QP or qualified professional.
- Step 3
- Complete the Application Form and email it with supporting documentation to AWMFund@wsask.ca.
- Step 4
- Work with WSA to finalize the contribution agreement if the project is approved.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed and rated for pre-approved streams.
- Funding decisions are issued within four weeks of the intake deadline.
- Wait-listed applications may be funded if budget becomes available.
- Successful applicants work with WSA to finalize a contribution agreement.
Additional information
- Administered by the Water Security Agency (WSA).
- Four funding streams with different intake periods.
- Pre-approval is required for all streams.
- Applications are submitted by email to AWMFund@wsask.ca.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Agricultural Water Management Fund Program
What is the Agricultural Water Management Fund?
This program offers cost-shared support for responsible agricultural drainage projects in Saskatchewan, with a maximum total funding amount of $95,000. It supports qualified persons, mediation services, technical design, and mitigation or rehabilitation construction.
Who is eligible for the Agricultural Water Management Fund program?
To be eligible for the Agricultural Water Management Fund program, you must:
Registered in Saskatchewan.
Agricultural drainage-related project.
Must fit a program stream.
What expenses are eligible under Agricultural Water Management Fund?
Hiring Qualified Persons for targeted drainage projects.
Using mediation services to reach agreement on drainage projects.
Developing technical design solutions for complex drainage projects.
Constructing mitigation and rehabilitation works for drainage projects.
Who can I contact for more information about the Agricultural Water Management Fund?
You can contact Water Security Agency (WSA) by email at AWMFund@wsask.ca or by phone at 1.866.727.5420.
Where is the Agricultural Water Management Fund available?
The Agricultural Water Management Fund program is available the province of Saskatchewan.
Is the Agricultural Water Management Fund a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Agricultural Water Management Fund is a Grant and Funding
Who are the financial supporters of the Agricultural Water Management Fund?
Agricultural Water Management Fund is funded by Water Security Agency (WSA)