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Boating Safety Contribution Program (BSCP)
Supports boating safety awareness and research projects
Last Update: April 10, 2026
Funding available
$ 300,000
Timeline
- Closing date : October 20, 2023
Location
Canada
Overview
This program supports boating safety awareness, education, and research projects in Canada, with funding of up to $300,000 per year and reimbursement of up to 75% of eligible costs. Eligible activities include public education campaigns, promotional materials, and research, studies, or analyses on boating behaviours and safety issues.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Raise awareness or mobilize a population
- Conduct research or evaluation activities
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 300,000 $
- Up to 75% of project cost
Timeline
- Closing date : October 20, 2023
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Educational services
- Public administration
Location
- Canada
Legal structures
- Non-profit
- Public or Parapublic institution
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Indigenous Peoples
- Youth (<40)
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Other Education
- Research
Target groups
- General public
- Children & youth
- Indigenous peoples
- Rural / Remote communities
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- Local
- Municipal
- Regional
- Provincial
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Boating safety education, awareness, and information initiatives
- Public education campaigns and promotional safety materials
- Research, studies, and analysis on boater behaviours and attitudes
- Projects that improve understanding of boating safety issues and regulatory compliance
Documents Needed
- Project proposal template and budget/cash flow template
- Project title and executive summary
- Organizational profile and applicant information
- Letters of financial support and legal documentation
- Conflict of interest questionnaire and signed declaration
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Not-for-profit non-government organizations
- Public safety organizations
- Educational institutions
- Provincial, territorial, and municipal governments
- Indigenous groups and communities
Who is not eligible
- For-profit businesses
- Federal government organizations
- Law enforcement applicants whose proposed project is part of regular law enforcement duties
Eligible expenses
- Staff wages and benefits
- Professional fees and travel costs
- Equipment or space rental, office materials, and meeting space
- Public outreach, communications, and translation costs
- Incremental insurance and administrative costs
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Construction, installation, maintenance, or removal of signs or buoys under the Vessel Operation Restriction Regulations
- Purchase of assets such as boats or trailers
- Creation or distribution of non-recognized, non-enforceable, or inaccurate regulatory information, such as “No Wake” signs
- Purchase of land or buildings
- Recoverable sales taxes and costs incurred after the funding agreement end date
Eligible geographic areas
- Canada
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are first reviewed to confirm they meet eligibility requirements.
- Eligible applications are assessed by the selection review committee against the program’s merit criteria.
- Applicants are notified in writing whether their application is selected or not selected for funding.
- Approved projects undergo a risk assessment before a funding agreement is signed.
- A signed funding agreement is required before reimbursement, and reporting and claim requirements are set in that agreement.
Additional information
- The recreational boating component is currently closed.
- Priority is given to projects focused on new boaters, Indigenous or remote communities, and children or youth.
- Multi-year projects are encouraged.
- Successful recipients must respect the spirit and intent of the Official Languages Act.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Boating Safety Contribution Program (BSCP) Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Boating Safety Contribution Program (BSCP). 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 Boating Safety Contribution Program (BSCP)?
This program supports boating safety awareness, education, and research projects in Canada, with funding of up to $300,000 per year and reimbursement of up to 75% of eligible costs. Eligible activities include public education campaigns, promotional materials, and research, studies, or analyses on boating behaviours and safety issues.
How much funding can be received?
Boating Safety Contribution Program (BSCP) Funds up to 75% of admissible expenses, capped at $300,000 per project.
Who is eligible for the Boating Safety Contribution Program (BSCP) program?
To be eligible for the Boating Safety Contribution Program (BSCP) program, you must:
Eligible organization type
Boating safety project in Canada
Funding sources identified
What expenses are eligible under Boating Safety Contribution Program (BSCP)?
Boating safety education, awareness, and information initiatives
Public education campaigns and promotional safety materials
Research, studies, and analysis on boater behaviours and attitudes
Projects that improve understanding of boating safety issues and regulatory compliance
Who can I contact for more information about the Boating Safety Contribution Program (BSCP)?
You can contact Transport Canada (TC) by email at bscp-pcsn@tc.gc.ca or by phone at none.
Where is the Boating Safety Contribution Program (BSCP) available?
The Boating Safety Contribution Program (BSCP) program is available across Canada.
Is the Boating Safety Contribution Program (BSCP) a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Boating Safety Contribution Program (BSCP) is a Grant and Funding