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Alberta Conservation Association - ACA Research Grants
Supports wildlife, fish, and habitat research
Last Update: May 15, 2026
Funding available
Varies by project
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
- Varies by project
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
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
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Alberta Conservation Association - ACA Research Grants. 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 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:
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 John D & Catherine T Macarthur Foundation 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
Who are the financial supporters of the Alberta Conservation Association - ACA Research Grants?
Alberta Conservation Association - ACA Research Grants is funded by John D & Catherine T Macarthur Foundation