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Alberta Conservation Association - ACA Research Grants
Supports wildlife, fish, and habitat research
Last Update: June 8, 2026
Funding available
$ 40,000
Timeline
- Open continuously
Location
Alberta, Canada
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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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase performance through digital transformation
- Conduct research and development activities
- Reduce environmental footprint
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 40,000 $
Timeline
- Open continuously
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.
Eligibility
Eligible geographic areas
- Alberta
Selection criteria
- Scientific quality of the research.
- Relevance to wildlife, fish, and habitat management in Alberta.
- Fit with the listed priority research areas.
How to apply
- Step 1: Prepare the application
- Complete the project application materials.
- Step 2: Submit by email
- Email the application to amy.mackinven@ab-conservation.com.
- Step 3: Await review
- Applications are reviewed and applicants can expect a response around March.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are submitted by email to ACA.
- Applications are reviewed, with a typical turnaround in March.
Additional information
- Special justification is expected for requests over $40,000.
- The average grant awarded last year was about $25,400.
- Applications are submitted by email.
- Applications are typically reviewed in March.
Contacts
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.
How much funding can be received?
Alberta Conservation Association - ACA Research Grants Funds up to $40,000 of admissible expenses.
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:
Research on wildlife, fish, or habitat.
Supports management in Alberta.
Aligns with program priority themes.
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.
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