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Alberta Municipal Water/Wastewater Partnership — Studies initiative
Water and wastewater planning studies
Funding available
Up to 75% of project cost
Deadline
Open continuously
Location
Alberta, Canada
Who can apply
Municipalities with a population of 10,000 or less that are eligible for funding under the Alberta Municipal Water/Wastewater Partnership
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Overview
The Alberta Municipal Water/Wastewater Partnership – Studies initiative supports eligible municipalities with populations of 10,000 or less in Alberta to fund studies that identify water or wastewater needs. It covers preliminary engineering assessments and engineering studies, including associated engineering, survey, and well exploration costs.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Conduct research or evaluation activities
Eligible Funding
- Up to 75% of project cost
Funds Providers
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Alberta
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
Availability timeline
2026
Periods: 1
Activities funded
- Preliminary engineering assessments to review and identify water and wastewater upgrading requirements to existing systems
- Engineering studies to help establish a 5-year capital works program for water and wastewater improvements
- General municipal infrastructure planning studies for eligible municipalities under 10,000 population
Documents Needed
- A letter requesting funding
- A copy of the engineering proposal
- An implementation schedule
- An upset limit of estimated costs
Official resources
Program guide
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Municipalities with a population of 10,000 or less that are eligible for funding under the Alberta Municipal Water/Wastewater Partnership
Who is not eligible
- Country residential subdivisions, condominium associations and private developments are not eligible hamlets
Eligible expenses
- Engineering costs
- Survey fees
- Well exploration and testing costs
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Municipal labour and equipment
- Administration expenses, including municipal employee and council member salaries and office administration costs
- Annual updates of 5-year capital works program studies produced under this initiative
- GST
How to apply
- Contact your local Transportation Regional Office to discuss the eligibility of the proposed studies.
- The municipal council must make a motion to apply for funding for the project.
- Enter the project information in the Municipal Grants Management Application.
- Submit the application package by email or mail to your local Transportation Regional Office representative.
Processing and Agreement
- Applicants will be notified in writing of the project's eligibility for funding.
- Project approval is conditional upon funding availability and the suitability of the project.
- The final payment is issued upon completion and verification of costs.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Alberta Municipal Water/Wastewater Partnership — Studies initiative Program
What is the Alberta Municipal Water/Wastewater Partnership — Studies initiative?
The Alberta Municipal Water/Wastewater Partnership – Studies initiative supports eligible municipalities with populations of 10,000 or less in Alberta to fund studies that identify water or wastewater needs. It covers preliminary engineering assessments and engineering studies, including associated engineering, survey, and well exploration costs.
How much funding can be received?
Alberta Municipal Water/Wastewater Partnership — Studies initiative Funds up to 75% of admissible expenses.
What is the deadline to apply?
The program is accepting continuous intake
Who is eligible for the Alberta Municipal Water/Wastewater Partnership — Studies initiative program?
To be eligible for the Alberta Municipal Water/Wastewater Partnership — Studies initiative program, you must:
Municipalities with a population of 10,000 or less
Applicants eligible under the Alberta Municipal Water/Wastewater Partnership
Studies to review or identify water or wastewater needs
What expenses are eligible under Alberta Municipal Water/Wastewater Partnership — Studies initiative?
Preliminary engineering assessments to review and identify water and wastewater upgrading requirements to existing systems
Engineering studies to help establish a 5-year capital works program for water and wastewater improvements
General municipal infrastructure planning studies for eligible municipalities under 10,000 population
Who can I contact for more information about the Alberta Municipal Water/Wastewater Partnership — Studies initiative?
You can contact Alberta Municipal Affairs or by phone at 403-340-5166.
Where is the Alberta Municipal Water/Wastewater Partnership — Studies initiative available?
The Alberta Municipal Water/Wastewater Partnership — Studies initiative program is available the province of Alberta.