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Alberta Conservation Association - ACA Research Grants
Supports wildlife, fish, and habitat research
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Funding available
Varies by project
Deadline
Unspecified
Location
Alberta, Canada
Who can apply
Anyone qualified to conduct high-quality research with the appropriate insurance.
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Overview
No maximum funding amount is specified, but special justification is expected for requests over $40,000. This program supports high-quality research on wildlife, fish, and habitat in Alberta, including priority studies listed in the program details.
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At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase performance through digital transformation
- Conduct research and development activities
- Reduce environmental footprint
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Funds Providers
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Alberta
Legal structures
- Non-profit
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Research
Target groups
- All the groups
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- All dimensions
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Research on endangered species recovery plans.
- Studies on non-native species impacts.
- Development and validation of wildlife and fish inventory tools.
- Research on habitat, disease, harvest management, pollinators, and wetland restoration.
Documents Needed
- ACA Research Grants Application Form 2026/27
Official resources
Application form
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Anyone qualified to conduct high-quality research with the appropriate insurance.
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Travel expenses from outside Alberta, including flights to Alberta from outside Alberta.
- Profit-making activities.
- Overhead costs, including office rental and ongoing office bills.
- Emergency funds or deficit financing.
- General fundraising.
Eligible geographic areas
- Alberta
Selection criteria
- Projects that address one or more priority areas have a higher probability of being funded than those that do not.
- Priority is given to projects that demonstrate a self-help attitude, including partner contributions, matched funding dollars, and public involvement.
- Surveys, monitoring, and simple taxonomy that are not clearly linked to conservation value or the specified priorities will not be highly ranked.
- All priorities are considered equally important for project evaluation.
How to apply
- Read the guidelines carefully to determine whether your project is eligible for funding before preparing a formal submission.
- Download the ACA Research Grant application form.
- Complete the Application Form using the required format.
- Email the application to amy.mackinven@ab-conservation.com between November 1, 2025 and December 1, 2025 before Monday, December 1, 2025, 4:30pm MST.
Processing and Agreement
- ACA will email an acknowledgement receipt within five business days of receiving the application.
- Funding decisions will be announced to applicants by email by March 31, 2026.
- Successful applicants will be expected to follow ACA’s Cooperative Project Agreement.
- Grant recipients must adhere to the reporting schedule identified in the Cooperative Project Agreement.
Additional information
- The grant is fully funded by the hunters and anglers of Alberta.
Contacts
Availability timeline
2026
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Frequently Asked Questions about the Alberta Conservation Association - ACA Research Grants Program
What is the Alberta Conservation Association - ACA Research Grants?
No maximum funding amount is specified, but special justification is expected for requests over $40,000. This program supports high-quality research on wildlife, fish, and habitat in Alberta, including priority studies listed in the program details.
Who is eligible for the Alberta Conservation Association - ACA Research Grants program?
To be eligible for the Alberta Conservation Association - ACA Research Grants program, you must:
The applicant must be qualified to conduct high-quality research with the appropriate insurance.
The application must be for a suitable research project.
The project must meet and further the ACA mission.
What expenses are eligible under Alberta Conservation Association - ACA Research Grants?
Research on endangered species recovery plans.
Studies on non-native species impacts.
Development and validation of wildlife and fish inventory tools.
Research on habitat, disease, harvest management, pollinators, and wetland restoration.
Who can I contact for more information about the Alberta Conservation Association - ACA Research Grants?
You can contact Alberta Conservation Association (ACA) by email at amy.mackinven@ab-conservation.com or by phone at 1-877-722-4323.
Where is the Alberta Conservation Association - ACA Research Grants available?
The Alberta Conservation Association - ACA Research Grants program is available the province of Alberta.
Is the Alberta Conservation Association - ACA Research Grants a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Alberta Conservation Association - ACA Research Grants is a Grant and Funding
Who are the financial supporters of the Alberta Conservation Association - ACA Research Grants?
Alberta Conservation Association - ACA Research Grants is funded by Alberta Conservation Association (ACA)