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Build Communities Strong Fund — Local Impact Stream in British Columbia
Supports public community infrastructure in British Columbia
Latest source updateLast Update: June 20, 2026Latest change: The Local Impact Stream page changed from a placeholder notice to a live program page with eligibility, funding, deadline, and contact details.View change
Latest source update
Last Update: June 20, 2026
Latest change: The Local Impact Stream page changed from a placeholder notice to a live program page with eligibility, funding, deadline, and contact details.
Build Communities Strong Fund is now live
The Local Impact Stream page now shows a live program page instead of a “check back soon” notice, with open status, eligible organizations, and project scope now visible. Applications for 2026-27 funding must be submitted by September 14, 2026 at 12:00 pm Pacific Time, and the page says applications will be assessed as they are received with priority given to shovel-ready projects. The funding details are now stated as normally $125,000 to $1 million per project and normally up to 50% of eligible project costs, with non-repayable contributions as the funding type. The page also now identifies municipalities and regional governments, Indigenous communities and organizations, and not-for-profit organizations as eligible organizations, along with new application links and contact email addresses.
Funding available
$ 1,000,000
Deadline
September 14, 2026
Location
British Columbia, Canada
Overview
Le Fonds pour bâtir des collectivités fortes – volet des impacts locaux en Colombie-Britannique offre des contributions de 125 000 $ à 1 million $ par projet aux administrations municipales ou régionales, aux communautés ou organisations autochtones et aux organismes sans but lucratif en Colombie-Britannique. Il finance des projets d’infrastructures communautaires accessibles au public, comme des bâtiments communautaires, des espaces de loisirs, des actifs économiques partagés et des installations culturelles.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Implement environmental initiatives
- Renovate or expand facilities
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 1,000,000 $
Funds Providers
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- British Columbia
Legal structures
- All legal structures
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Building or improving community infrastructure accessible to the public
- Construction, expansion, renovation, retrofit, climate adaptation, or replacement of community infrastructure
Documents Needed
- Copy of ownership/lease agreement
- Financial statements for the past two years
- Proof of confirmed funding, if applicable
- Proof of permission to undertake renovations, if applicable
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Municipal or regional governments
- Indigenous communities or organizations
- Not-for-profit organizations
Eligible expenses
- Construction or improvement costs for community infrastructure, including expansion, renovation, retrofit, climate adaptation, or replacement
- Direct materials and supplies related to the project
- Equipment or machinery directly related to or necessary for the project
- Incremental fees for professional, technical personnel, consultants, and contractors
- Design and planning costs, including studies, assessments, design work, and other pre-construction activities
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Acquisition or leasing of land, buildings, or other facilities
- Recurring operations and maintenance
- Motorized vehicles
- Amortization or depreciation of assets
- Refinancing of existing debt
Eligible geographic areas
- British Columbia
Selection criteria
- Shovel-ready projects may be prioritized
- Projects that leverage greater funding from other partners may be prioritized
- Projects that generate significant economic benefits may be prioritized
- Projects that benefit Indigenous communities may be prioritized
- Projects identified as a priority by local or provincial governments may be prioritized
How to apply
- Review the applicant guide
- Apply through the online application portal
- When creating a submission, select “PacifiCan - Build Communities Strong Fund (BCSF)”
Processing and Agreement
- If approved, the applicant must enter into a contribution agreement with PacifiCan.
- The contribution agreement will define the rights, roles, and obligations of each party.
- Incomplete applications will be deemed ineligible and will not be assessed.
Additional information
- Priority may be given to projects that are shovel-ready.
- Priority may be given to projects that leverage greater funding from other partners.
- Priority may be given to projects that generate significant economic benefits for the community or region.
- Priority may be given to projects that benefit Indigenous communities or are identified as a local or provincial priority.
Contacts
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Frequently Asked Questions about the Build Communities Strong Fund — Local Impact Stream in British Columbia Program
What is the Build Communities Strong Fund — Local Impact Stream in British Columbia?
Le Fonds pour bâtir des collectivités fortes – volet des impacts locaux en Colombie-Britannique offre des contributions de 125 000 $ à 1 million $ par projet aux administrations municipales ou régionales, aux communautés ou organisations autochtones et aux organismes sans but lucratif en Colombie-Britannique. Il finance des projets d’infrastructures communautaires accessibles au public, comme des bâtiments communautaires, des espaces de loisirs, des actifs économiques partagés et des installations culturelles.
How much funding can be received?
Build Communities Strong Fund — Local Impact Stream in British Columbia Funds up to $1,000,000 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Build Communities Strong Fund — Local Impact Stream in British Columbia program?
To be eligible for the Build Communities Strong Fund — Local Impact Stream in British Columbia program, you must:
The applicant must be a municipal or regional government, not-for-profit, or Indigenous community or organization based in British Columbia and legally incorporated in Canada.
For municipalities, regional governments, and not-for-profits, confirmed funding for at least 25% of eligible project costs must be provided at application.
The project must involve public community infrastructure with broader economic, social, or environmental benefits.
What expenses are eligible under Build Communities Strong Fund — Local Impact Stream in British Columbia?
Building or improving community infrastructure accessible to the public
Construction, expansion, renovation, retrofit, climate adaptation, or replacement of community infrastructure
Who can I contact for more information about the Build Communities Strong Fund — Local Impact Stream in British Columbia?
You can contact Government of Canada by email at Mohammad.Hussain@infc.gc.ca.
Where is the Build Communities Strong Fund — Local Impact Stream in British Columbia available?
The Build Communities Strong Fund — Local Impact Stream in British Columbia program is available the province of British Columbia.
Is the Build Communities Strong Fund — Local Impact Stream in British Columbia a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Build Communities Strong Fund — Local Impact Stream in British Columbia is a Grant and Funding