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Alberta — Resilient Agricultural Landscape Program (RALP)
Supports Alberta producers in implementing sustainable land management practices
Last Update: March 3, 2026
Funding available
$ 2,000 - $ 300,000
Timeline
- Open Date : February 1, 2025
- Closing date : January 31, 2026
Location
Alberta, Canada
Overview
The Alberta Resilient Agricultural Landscape Program provides up to $150,000 for primary producers and up to $300,000 for Grazing Reserve Associations, Community Pasture operators, or approved Indigenous applicants to support projects that enhance environmental sustainability. Eligible activities include pasture management, cropland conversion, tree establishment, and wetland initiatives aimed at improving carbon sequestration, biodiversity, and water quality.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Reduce environmental footprint
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 300,000 $
- Minimum amount : 2,000 $
- Up to 100% of project cost
Timeline
- Open Date : February 1, 2025
- Closing date : January 31, 2026
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Location
- Alberta
Legal structures
- For-profit business
- Sole proprietorship
Annual revenue
- $ 25,000 minimum revenue
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Indigenous Peoples
- Rural or Northern Residents
- Startups
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Pasture management initiatives to enhance land resiliency.
- Conversion of cropland to alternative, beneficial uses.
- Tree establishment projects to promote environmental sustainability.
- Wetland projects aimed at conservation and improvement.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Primary producers (individuals or corporations) managing agricultural operations in Alberta
- Post-secondary institutions engaged in agricultural production
- Applied research or forage associations
- Grazing Reserve Associations
- Operators of a Community Pasture
- Approved Indigenous agricultural applicants
Who is not eligible
- Landlords whose only interest in the agricultural operation is ownership without responsibility for day-to-day management.
Eligible expenses
The grant aims to support agricultural practices that enhance the resilience and sustainability of landscapes in Alberta. Eligible activities focus on managing and converting land to improve ecological health and biodiversity.
- Pasture management to optimize grazing and preserve ecosystem balance.
- Cropland conversion to more sustainable and ecologically beneficial uses.
- Tree establishment to increase carbon sequestration and habitat diversity.
- Wetland restoration and enhancement to improve water quality and biodiversity.
Eligible geographic areas
- Companies operating in Alberta.
Additional information
- The program is currently closed for applications and will reopen for Year 3 from February 1, 2025 to November 30, 2025; the Wetland category will accept applications until January 31, 2026.
- If an application is missing information, applicants will be contacted and prompted to provide the necessary details before processing continues.
- Application processing times may be longer than usual due to significant demand.
- Applicants are encouraged to review the most recent Funding List before applying, as eligible activities and expenses are subject to change.
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Frequently Asked Questions about the Alberta — Resilient Agricultural Landscape Program (RALP) Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Alberta — Resilient Agricultural Landscape Program (RALP). 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 — Resilient Agricultural Landscape Program (RALP)?
The Alberta Resilient Agricultural Landscape Program provides up to $150,000 for primary producers and up to $300,000 for Grazing Reserve Associations, Community Pasture operators, or approved Indigenous applicants to support projects that enhance environmental sustainability. Eligible activities include pasture management, cropland conversion, tree establishment, and wetland initiatives aimed at improving carbon sequestration, biodiversity, and water quality.
How much funding can be received?
Alberta — Resilient Agricultural Landscape Program (RALP) Funds up to 100% of admissible expenses, capped at $300,000 per project.
What is the deadline to apply?
The application deadline for this grant program was January 31, 2026.
Who is eligible for the Alberta — Resilient Agricultural Landscape Program (RALP) program?
To be eligible for the Alberta — Resilient Agricultural Landscape Program (RALP) program, you must:
Must be an active primary producer, Grazing Reserve Association, Community Pasture operator, or approved Indigenous applicant in Alberta
Must be responsible for day-to-day management of an agricultural operation producing at least $25,000 annually
Must have a current or in-progress Environmental Farm Plan (EFP) certificate or letter of completion
What expenses are eligible under Alberta — Resilient Agricultural Landscape Program (RALP)?
Pasture management initiatives to enhance land resiliency.
Conversion of cropland to alternative, beneficial uses.
Tree establishment projects to promote environmental sustainability.
Wetland projects aimed at conservation and improvement.
Who can I contact for more information about the Alberta — Resilient Agricultural Landscape Program (RALP)?
You can contact Sustainable Canadian Agricultural Partnership (SCAP) or by phone at 403-742-7901.
Where is the Alberta — Resilient Agricultural Landscape Program (RALP) available?
The Alberta — Resilient Agricultural Landscape Program (RALP) program is available the province of Alberta.