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Centre of Excellence for Wildland Fire Innovation and Resilience
Virtual centre for wildland fire innovation
Last Update: May 6, 2026
Funding available
$ 11,750,000
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Quebec, Canada
Overview
Natural Resources Canada is investing up to $11.75 million over four years to establish a virtual Centre of Excellence for Wildland Fire Innovation and Resilience. The program supports knowledge sharing, innovation uptake, and Indigenous fire stewardship through collaboration, research, and training-related activities.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Develop a new program or service
- Enhance an existing program
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 11,750,000 $
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Public administration
Location
- Quebec
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
- Establishing and operating a virtual Centre of Excellence.
- Sharing knowledge, best practices, and information on wildland fire.
- Supporting innovation uptake, research, and knowledge mobilization.
- Supporting Indigenous fire stewardship and cultural fire use.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Organizations.
- Partnerships of organizations.
Eligible geographic areas
- Canada.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Centre of Excellence for Wildland Fire Innovation and Resilience Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Centre of Excellence for Wildland Fire Innovation and Resilience. 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 Centre of Excellence for Wildland Fire Innovation and Resilience?
Natural Resources Canada is investing up to $11.75 million over four years to establish a virtual Centre of Excellence for Wildland Fire Innovation and Resilience. The program supports knowledge sharing, innovation uptake, and Indigenous fire stewardship through collaboration, research, and training-related activities.
How much funding can be received?
Centre of Excellence for Wildland Fire Innovation and Resilience Funds up to $11,750,000 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Centre of Excellence for Wildland Fire Innovation and Resilience program?
To be eligible for the Centre of Excellence for Wildland Fire Innovation and Resilience program, you must:
Organization or partnership of organizations.
Capacity to deliver the Centre.
Aligned with the program goals.
What expenses are eligible under Centre of Excellence for Wildland Fire Innovation and Resilience?
Establishing and operating a virtual Centre of Excellence.
Sharing knowledge, best practices, and information on wildland fire.
Supporting innovation uptake, research, and knowledge mobilization.
Supporting Indigenous fire stewardship and cultural fire use.
Who can I contact for more information about the Centre of Excellence for Wildland Fire Innovation and Resilience?
You can contact Natural Resources Canada (NRCan) by email at wildfireprograms-programmesdefeuxdeforet@nrcan-rncan.gc.ca or by phone at none.
Where is the Centre of Excellence for Wildland Fire Innovation and Resilience available?
The Centre of Excellence for Wildland Fire Innovation and Resilience program is available the province of Quebec.
Is the Centre of Excellence for Wildland Fire Innovation and Resilience a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Centre of Excellence for Wildland Fire Innovation and Resilience is a Partnering and Collaboration