How much funding can be received?

The Boating Safety Contribution Program (BSCP) provides up to $300,000 per year to organizations promoting boating safety and conducting related research in Canada. Eligible activities include educational campaigns and research studies to improve boater safety practices and understanding.

Financing terms and conditions

Reimbursement of up to 75% of eligible project expenditures.
Maximum financial contribution of $300,000 per recipient per year for recreational boating safety projects.

Eligible projects & activities

Promotion of safe boating practices and regulatory compliance through educational and awareness campaigns.
Production and distribution of materials to improve and promote boating safety.
Research, studies, and analysis to better understand boating behaviors and attitudes, and to address gaps in boating safety knowledge.

Eligibility criteria of the Boating Safety Contribution Program (BSCP) program

The applicant must be one of the following: a not-for-profit non-government organization (NGO), a public safety organization, an educational institution, an enforcement service, a provincial, territorial or municipal government, or an Indigenous group or community.
The project must support boating safety awareness, education, or research and align with the program’s objectives.
The organization must provide legal documentation proving its status as a legal entity.
Applicants must demonstrate that their project is not part of regular law enforcement duties (for enforcement services).
The applicant must provide evidence of secured funding for the proposed project, including confirmation of partner contributions if applicable.

Who is eligible?

Not-for-profit non-government organizations (NGOs)
Public safety organizations
Educational institutions
Enforcement services
Provincial, territorial, and municipal governments
Indigenous groups and communities

Who is not eligible

For-profit businesses and private companies.
Individuals (not representing an eligible organization).
Organizations that cannot provide legal documentation of entity status.
Entities submitting projects that fall under regular law enforcement duties (for enforcement services applicants).

Eligible expenses

Salaries and benefits for staff directly involved in the project.
Professional fees related to project activities.
Travel expenses necessary for project execution.
Equipment, office materials, and meeting space rental or use when directly related to the project.
Costs for public outreach, communications materials, and related activities.
Translation costs for project purposes.
Incremental insurance costs incurred for the project.
Administrative costs directly associated with the project.

Eligible geographic areas

All provinces and territories across Canada.

Eligibility criteria of the Boating Safety Contribution Program (BSCP) program

Relevance of the project to the BSCP objectives and alignment with program priorities, including target groups and activities.
Quality of the project plan, including clarity, realism, budget, timeline, and risk mitigation strategy.
Performance measurement strategy, focusing on measurable results and how project outcomes will be tracked and reported.
Applicant’s relevant experience and capacity to complete the project successfully.
Value for money, demonstrating efficient use of resources and balanced financial contributions.

How to apply to the Boating Safety Contribution Program (BSCP) program

Request Project Proposal Templates

Contact the Boating Safety Contribution Program (BSCP) at bscp-pcsn@tc.gc.ca to request the project proposal templates.
Ensure to request both the Microsoft Word Project proposal template and the Microsoft Excel budget and cash flow template.

Prepare Application

Complete the project proposal using the provided Microsoft Word template.
Ensure all sections are thoroughly filled, including project title, executive summary, applicant information, and organizational profile.
Designate a project manager and include supporting evidence of their qualifications.
Address declarations, including conflict of interest and organizational commitment.
Outline the project description, objectives, location, timeline, major activities, work plan, and partnerships.
Develop a performance measurement strategy and communication plan.
Attach letters of financial support and legal documentation confirming the organization's legal status.

Submit Application

Ensure the application is signed and comprehensive, using the formats provided.
Submit the application package in MS Word, MS Excel, or PDF format via email to bscp-pcsn@tc.gc.ca.
Make sure the package includes all requested documents and is submitted before the application deadline of October 20, 2023.

Confirmation of Submission

Transport Canada will confirm the receipt of the application package via email.
Keep the confirmation for your records as proof of submission.

Additional information

Applicants must use the official Microsoft Word and Excel templates provided by the program when submitting their proposals and budgets.
Signed funding agreements are required before reimbursements can be issued for project expenditures.
Projects cannot change scope, budget, or timelines without written approval after the agreement is signed.
Compliance with the Official Languages Act may be required depending on the project's target audience and location.