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Clean Water~Green Spaces Habitat Restoration Grant Program
Funding for habitat restoration projects
Last Update: May 15, 2026
Funding available
Up to 100% of project cost
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Montérégie, Ontario, Canada
Overview
This program offers funding for habitat restoration projects on eligible properties within ERCA’s watershed jurisdiction. It supports tree planting, prairie meadow planting, and wetland creation, with grants of up to 90% or 100% depending on the project type.
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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
- Reduce environmental footprint
Eligible Funding
- Up to 100% of project cost
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Real estate and rental and leasing
Location
- Montérégie
- Ontario
Legal structures
- Non-profit
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Canadians
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Environment
Target groups
- General public
Revenue structures
- 100% donations / grants
Scope
- Regional
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Tree planting
- Prairie meadow planting
- Wetland creation
Documents Needed
- Completed application form
- Project description
- Location map or drawing
- Supporting documentation
- Cost estimate
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Landowners
Eligible expenses
- Habitat restoration project costs for tree planting, prairie meadow seeding, and wetland creation
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Work started before funding approval
- Projects that do not receive the required approvals and final inspection
Eligible geographic areas
- Properties within ERCA’s watershed jurisdiction
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed by ERCA and, for some projects, by a committee.
- Funding availability and eligibility are confirmed before approval.
- Wetland projects are prioritized based on habitat and water quality improvement value.
- Work must receive written technical approval, funding approval, and final satisfactory inspection before payment.
Additional information
- Applicants must use the appropriate application form for the project type.
- Supporting documentation must be included with the application.
- Projects require written technical approval, funding approval, and final satisfactory inspection.
- Landowners receiving tree grants must maintain the planted area for three years or until trees are free to grow.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Clean Water~Green Spaces Habitat Restoration Grant Program Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Clean Water~Green Spaces Habitat Restoration Grant Program. 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 Clean Water~Green Spaces Habitat Restoration Grant Program?
This program offers funding for habitat restoration projects on eligible properties within ERCA’s watershed jurisdiction. It supports tree planting, prairie meadow planting, and wetland creation, with grants of up to 90% or 100% depending on the project type.
How much funding can be received?
Clean Water~Green Spaces Habitat Restoration Grant Program Funds up to 100% of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Clean Water~Green Spaces Habitat Restoration Grant Program program?
To be eligible for the Clean Water~Green Spaces Habitat Restoration Grant Program program, you must:
Landowners only
Property of at least 2 acres
Within ERCA watershed
What expenses are eligible under Clean Water~Green Spaces Habitat Restoration Grant Program?
Tree planting
Prairie meadow planting
Wetland creation
Who can I contact for more information about the Clean Water~Green Spaces Habitat Restoration Grant Program?
You can contact Essex Region Conservation Foundation (ERCF) by email at PGiroux@erca.org or by phone at (519) 776-5209.
Where is the Clean Water~Green Spaces Habitat Restoration Grant Program available?
The Clean Water~Green Spaces Habitat Restoration Grant Program program is available Montérégie, Ontario.
Is the Clean Water~Green Spaces Habitat Restoration Grant Program a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Clean Water~Green Spaces Habitat Restoration Grant Program is a Grant and Funding