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Alberta — Resilient Agricultural Landscape Program (RALP)
Supports Alberta producers in implementing sustainable land management practices
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- Funding available
- $ 2,000 - $ 300,000
- Up to 100% of project cost
- Deadline
- Unspecified
- Location
- Alberta, Canada
- Who can apply
- Primary producers (individuals or corporations) managing agricultural operations in Alberta
- See full eligibility
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.
At a glance
Funding available
- Maximum funding
- $300,000
- Minimum funding
- $2,000
- Maximum share of project costs
- 100%
- Reduce environmental footprint
Eligible candidates
- Location
- Alberta
- Eligible Industries
- All industries
- Annual revenue
- $ 25,000 minimum revenue
- Organisation size
- All organization sizes
- Audience
- Indigenous Peoples
- Rural or Northern Residents
- Startups
- Legal structures
- For-profit business, Sole proprietorship, Public or Parapublic institution, Non-profit
Non-profit candidates
- Sector of operation
- Environment, Economic, Social and Community Development
- Target groups
- Indigenous peoples, Rural / Remote communities, Business owners / entrepreneurs, Academia / students
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Availability timeline
2026
Periods: 1
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.
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.
How to apply
- Step 1: Check Eligibility
- Review the Resilient Agricultural Landscape Program (RALP) Terms and Conditions.
- Confirm that your proposed activities are eligible by consulting the RALP Funding List.
- Step 2: Complete Application Form
- Fill out and sign the appropriate RALP Application Form or the RALP Wetland Application Form, depending on your project category.
- Step 3: Prepare Supporting Documents
- Gather all necessary supporting documents required by the application process.
- Step 4: Submit Application
- Send the completed form and supporting documents by email to: CAP.RALP-PSRA.[email protected] (PDF applications only).
- Alternatively, mail the application to: Resilient Agricultural Landscape Program, Sustainable CAP, Suite 303, 7000 113 Street NW, Edmonton, Alberta T6H 5T6.
- Step 5: Confirmation of Receipt
- You will be notified by email if you applied via email, or by mail/telephone if you applied by post, that your application has been received.
- If your application is missing information, you will be contacted via email or phone to provide the missing details.
Selection criteria
- Project size.
- Improvement in carbon sequestration.
- Number of livestock impacted.
- Enhancement of water quality and biodiversity.
- Potential for an impact adjustment payment, determined at the minister’s discretion.
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
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.
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)?
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.
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.
Is the Alberta — Resilient Agricultural Landscape Program (RALP) a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Alberta — Resilient Agricultural Landscape Program (RALP) is a Grant and Funding