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BC Conservation Fund
Conservation support for British Columbia
Latest source updateLast Update: July 7, 2026Latest change: The BC Conservation Fund page now shows new Stream 1 eligibility language, a Protect now application flow, 1:1 matching, and added contact and resource links.View change
Latest source update
Last Update: July 7, 2026
Latest change: The BC Conservation Fund page now shows new Stream 1 eligibility language, a Protect now application flow, 1:1 matching, and added contact and resource links.
BC Conservation Fund page updated with new eligibility, process, and support details
The BC Conservation Fund page now states that Stream 1 is open and that only First Nation-led or supported projects are eligible, while also adding a new Protect now section that references the first intake, Expressions of Interest, full applications, and Oversight Committee review. Funding language now says every contribution is matched 1:1 and adds financing-source details, and the page also adds a resources area with a media contact plus website and newsletter links.
Funding available
Varies by project
Deadline
Closed
Location
British Columbia, Canada
Overview
BC Conservation Fund Stream 1 supports First Nations and organizations in British Columbia advancing area-based conservation initiatives to protect specific lands and freshwater areas. Eligible work includes community engagement, conservation planning and agreements, restoration or stewardship, and research, monitoring, education, and training.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Reduce environmental footprint
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Funds Providers
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- British Columbia
Legal structures
- Non-profit
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Indigenous Peoples
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Environment
Target groups
- All the groups
Revenue structures
- 100% donations / grants
Scope
- Local
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Community engagement, community visioning and planning, public and stakeholder outreach, and cultural activities.
- Data gathering, analysis, mapping, modelling, research, monitoring, science, and Indigenous traditional ecological knowledge research, documentation, application, and training.
- Developing protected area management plans and agreements, and conservation agreement work.
- Restoration or re-wilding activities, land guardian and stewardship programs, and ecosystem resilience initiatives.
- Education and engagement, intergenerational knowledge and culture transfer, and conservation-based jobs and economic opportunities.
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- First Nations.
- Organizations.
Eligible expenses
- Costs associated with reaching conservation agreements, including facilitation, negotiation, and legal costs.
- Private land acquisitions.
- Tenure relinquishments.
- Asset acquisition to support stewardship may be considered.
Selection criteria
- First Nations-led initiatives are higher priority.
- Biological, climate, and cultural importance and benefits are considered.
- Contribution to 30x30 through durable conservation designations that meet IUCN standards for Protected Areas and OECMs is considered.
- For phase 2 projects, alignment with an existing or planned government-to-government agreement related to land use is considered.
- Applications are also evaluated on budget reasonableness, potential future costs, project plan quality, extent of support and partnerships, value for investment, funding leveraged and/or matched, and the overall amount and sustainability of the Fund.
How to apply
- Submit an expression of interest through Fluxx.
- New applicants register their organizational and contact information through Fluxx.
- Once registration is approved, you are automatically notified by email.
- Returning applicants receive specific instructions by email on how to access their Fluxx profiles and should wait for those instructions before logging in.
Processing and Agreement
- Expressions of Interest and full applications are regularly reviewed.
- The Oversight Committee provides guidance on the review and funding decisions.
Additional information
- Stream 2 and Stream 3 are under development.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the BC Conservation Fund Program
What is the BC Conservation Fund?
BC Conservation Fund Stream 1 supports First Nations and organizations in British Columbia advancing area-based conservation initiatives to protect specific lands and freshwater areas. Eligible work includes community engagement, conservation planning and agreements, restoration or stewardship, and research, monitoring, education, and training.
Who is eligible for the BC Conservation Fund program?
To be eligible for the BC Conservation Fund program, you must:
Projects must be First Nation-led or supported.
The project must focus on protecting or conserving a specific area.
Projects must be submitted under Stream 1 Area-Based Conservation Initiatives.
What expenses are eligible under BC Conservation Fund?
Community engagement, community visioning and planning, public and stakeholder outreach, and cultural activities.
Data gathering, analysis, mapping, modelling, research, monitoring, science, and Indigenous traditional ecological knowledge research, documentation, application, and training.
Developing protected area management plans and agreements, and conservation agreement work.
Restoration or re-wilding activities, land guardian and stewardship programs, and ecosystem resilience initiatives.
Education and engagement, intergenerational knowledge and culture transfer, and conservation-based jobs and economic opportunities.
Who can I contact for more information about the BC Conservation Fund?
You can contact BC Parks Foundation by email at info@bcconservationfund.ca.
Where is the BC Conservation Fund available?
The BC Conservation Fund program is available the province of British Columbia.
Is the BC Conservation Fund a grant, loan, or tax credit?
BC Conservation Fund is a Grant and Funding
Who are the financial supporters of the BC Conservation Fund?
BC Conservation Fund is funded by BC Parks Foundation