Closed
Last Update: June 23, 2026
Funding available
$ 1,500,000
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
British Columbia, Canada
Overview
Aqueduct Conservation Bridge Fund supports British Columbia land trusts seeking full funding to secure ecologically sensitive land offered for sale by private landowners. It provides interim capital for land acquisition, with support for transaction costs, long-term stewardship, and conservation-related purchase needs.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Increase social or community impact
- Implement environmental initiatives
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 1,500,000 $
- Up to 100% of project cost
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- British Columbia
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
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Acquiring ecologically sensitive land offered for sale by private landowners
- Securing at-risk ecologically sensitive land until permanent acquisition is completed
Documents Needed
- Short letter of interest
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Qualified land trusts in Canada
Eligible expenses
- The purchase price of qualifying properties
- Transaction costs associated with the acquisition
Eligible geographic areas
- British Columbia
Selection criteria
- Proposals must align with Aqueduct’s priorities.
- Applications are reviewed promptly to meet urgent timelines associated with private land sales.
How to apply
- Submit a short letter of interest outlining the property location, size, and ecological significance.
- Include the circumstances, such as pending sale or conservation urgency.
- Include preliminary funding needs and the fundraising timeline.
- Apply through Aqueduct’s online grant portal.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed promptly.
- If the proposal aligns with Aqueduct’s priorities, the Foundation initiates a follow-up conversation with the land trust.
- Aqueduct formalizes transactions through written agreements outlining the terms of resale to the participating land trust once funds are raised.
Additional information
- The Bridge Fund is designed for rapid response to urgent private land sales.
- Aqueduct Foundation holds title to the property during the interim period.
- Written agreements outline the terms of resale to the participating land trust once funds are raised.
- Quarterly reporting structures and Expense Recovery Allocation (ERA) frameworks will be developed.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Aqueduct Conservation Bridge Fund Program
What is the Aqueduct Conservation Bridge Fund?
Aqueduct Conservation Bridge Fund supports British Columbia land trusts seeking full funding to secure ecologically sensitive land offered for sale by private landowners. It provides interim capital for land acquisition, with support for transaction costs, long-term stewardship, and conservation-related purchase needs.
How much funding can be received?
Aqueduct Conservation Bridge Fund Funds up to 100% of admissible expenses, capped at $1,500,000 per project.
Who is eligible for the Aqueduct Conservation Bridge Fund program?
To be eligible for the Aqueduct Conservation Bridge Fund program, you must:
Qualified land trusts in Canada may apply.
The land trust must be certified by Environment and Climate Change Canada and registered as a charity with the CRA.
All properties must be located in British Columbia.
What expenses are eligible under Aqueduct Conservation Bridge Fund?
Acquiring ecologically sensitive land offered for sale by private landowners
Securing at-risk ecologically sensitive land until permanent acquisition is completed
Who can I contact for more information about the Aqueduct Conservation Bridge Fund?
You can contact Aqueduct Foundation by email at aqueduct@scotiawealth.com or by phone at 604.718.7100.
Where is the Aqueduct Conservation Bridge Fund available?
The Aqueduct Conservation Bridge Fund program is available the province of British Columbia.
Is the Aqueduct Conservation Bridge Fund a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Aqueduct Conservation Bridge Fund is a Grant and Funding