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Aquatic Habitat Quality Improvement Program

Q: How much funding can be received?

Aquatic Habitat Quality Improvement Program Funds up to 75% of admissible expenses.

Q: Who is eligible for the Aquatic Habitat Quality Improvement Program program?

To be eligible for the Aquatic Habitat Quality Improvement Program program, you must: Conserve, improve, or restore fish habitat Increase aquatic habitat quality and productivity Support local community participation

Q: Who can I contact for more information about the Aquatic Habitat Quality Improvement Program?

You can contact Quebec Wildlife Foundation (FFQ) by email at projets@fondationdelafaune.qc.ca.

Q: Where is the Aquatic Habitat Quality Improvement Program available?

The Aquatic Habitat Quality Improvement Program program is available across Canada.

Q: Is the Aquatic Habitat Quality Improvement Program a grant, loan, or tax credit?

Aquatic Habitat Quality Improvement Program is a Grant and Funding

Last Update: March 6, 2026

Canada

Supports aquatic habitat conservation and restoration projects

Grant and Funding

Quebec Wildlife Foundation

Hamilton Conservation Authority

Overview

Financial assistance can cover up to 75% of eligible costs. It supports work to conserve, improve, or restore fish habitat for sport fishing and related aquatic habitat improvement activities.

At a glance

Funding available

Financing goals

Increasing community impact

Reduce the ecological footprint

Supporting volunteer engagement

Eligible Funding

Up to 75% of project cost

Timeline

Closing date : December 1, 2025

Eligible candidates

Eligible Industries

Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting

Location

Canada

Legal structures

Non-profit

Annual revenue

All revenue ranges

Organisation size

All organization sizes

Audience

All groups

Non-profit candidates

Sector of operation

Environment

Target groups

All the groups

Revenue structures

All structures

Scope

All dimensions

Activities funded

Work to conserve fish habitat of interest for sport fishing.
Work to improve aquatic habitat quality.
Work to restore fish habitat to increase wildlife productivity.
Initiatives that protect and enhance biodiversity in aquatic environments.
Projects that support participation of local community organizations in habitat work.

Examples of admissible projects:

Stabilize tributary banks and add structures to improve fish habitat

Remove an obsolete barrier and reconnect upstream fish habitat

Eligibility

The project must aim to conserve, improve, or restore fish habitat of interest for sport fishing.
The project must seek to increase wildlife productivity and/or wildlife potential of aquatic habitats.
The project must contribute to protecting and enhancing biodiversity.
The project should support the participation of local community organizations.

How to apply

Step 1: Complete the application form

Fill out the financial assistance request form provided for this program.

Step 2: Prepare required attachments

Compile the required attachments to accompany the application form.

Step 3: Submit by email

Send the form by email in its original format to the Fondation de la faune du Québec.

Contacts

projets@fondationdelafaune.qc.ca

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Frequently Asked Questions about the Aquatic Habitat Quality Improvement Program Program

Here are answers to the most common questions about the Aquatic Habitat Quality Improvement Program. 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.