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Biosphere Research Award
Research funding for conservation priorities
Last Update: May 26, 2026
Funding available
$ 20,000
Timeline
- Closing date : April 4, 2025
Location
British Columbia, Canada
Overview
The Biosphere Research Award offers up to $20,000 to support research on conservation challenges in marine and terrestrial ecosystems. It funds projects that improve local understanding and help prioritize conservation actions in the Clayoquot Sound Biosphere Region.
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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
- Conduct research and development activities
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 20,000 $
Timeline
- Closing date : April 4, 2025
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Professional, scientific and technical services
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
- Research
- Environment
Target groups
- General public
- Indigenous peoples
Revenue structures
- 100% donations / grants
- Mixed revenue (<50% earned)
- Mixed revenue (50%+ earned)
- Fee-for-service model
Scope
- Local
- Regional
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Research on key species and ecosystem threats.
- Research on degradation trends affecting important species or ecosystems.
- Research that supports conservation action in the region.
- Research aligned with First Nations priorities and UNESCO Biosphere values.
Documents Needed
- Project summary
- Project description
- Budget spreadsheet
- Curriculum vitae
- List of project partners and contributions
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Registered charities
- First Nations
- Municipalities in Canada
- Educational institutions
- Government of Canada or British Columbia
Who is not eligible
- Organizations that are not eligible to receive funds from a registered charity
- Ineligible groups seeking support through a flow-through arrangement
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Projects that cannot be supported by the relevant First Nation.
- Applications from ineligible groups that would require a flow-through arrangement.
Eligible geographic areas
- Clayoquot Sound Biosphere Reserve Region
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed for fit with the program’s funding criteria.
- Advisory committees review proposals and make funding recommendations.
- Funding recommendations are approved by the CBT Board of Directors.
Additional information
- Research findings must be shared in a public forum.
- Research must be supported by the First Nation in whose territory it will be conducted.
- The application includes a budget spreadsheet template and a CV submission.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Biosphere Research Award Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Biosphere Research Award. 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 Biosphere Research Award?
The Biosphere Research Award offers up to $20,000 to support research on conservation challenges in marine and terrestrial ecosystems. It funds projects that improve local understanding and help prioritize conservation actions in the Clayoquot Sound Biosphere Region.
How much funding can be received?
Biosphere Research Award Funds up to $20,000 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Biosphere Research Award program?
To be eligible for the Biosphere Research Award program, you must:
Conservation research project
Clayoquot Sound Biosphere Region
Eligible organization status
What expenses are eligible under Biosphere Research Award?
Research on key species and ecosystem threats.
Research on degradation trends affecting important species or ecosystems.
Research that supports conservation action in the region.
Research aligned with First Nations priorities and UNESCO Biosphere values.
Who can I contact for more information about the Biosphere Research Award?
You can contact Clayoquot Biosphere Trust Society (CBT).
Where is the Biosphere Research Award available?
The Biosphere Research Award program is available the province of British Columbia.
Is the Biosphere Research Award a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Biosphere Research Award is a Grant and Funding