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Climate Action Community Grants
Supports community climate action projects
Latest source updateLast Update: June 22, 2026Latest change: The page now shows the Climate Action Community Grants program, including eligibility, project types, application steps, and the September 15 annual intake deadline.View change
Latest source update
Last Update: June 22, 2026
Latest change: The page now shows the Climate Action Community Grants program, including eligibility, project types, application steps, and the September 15 annual intake deadline.
Climate Action Community Grants now visible
The page now shows the Climate Action Community Grants program for community organizations in North Cowichan, including eligibility for societies under the BC Society Act or associations under the Cooperative Association Act. It also states that proposals must be submitted before the annual intake deadline of September 15, with applications filed online through the Climate Action Community Grant form and a Word practice application available for drafting responses in advance. The program scope is now visible as projects that support North Cowichan’s Climate Action and Energy Plan, reduce energy use or emissions, or address climate change adaptation; examples include building energy efficiency, transportation, and industrial or agricultural emissions. The page also adds evaluation information, noting that proposals are reviewed against the Terms of Reference and recommended to Council for approval.
Funding available
Varies by project
Deadline
Closed
Location
North Cowichan, British Columbia, Canada
Overview
Climate Action Community Grants supports community organizations in North Cowichan through funding for projects that help achieve the municipality’s Climate Action and Energy Plan targets. Eligible work includes building energy efficiency, transportation, industrial or agricultural emissions, and climate change adaptation.
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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
- Varies by project
Funds Providers
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- North Cowichan
- British Columbia
Legal structures
- Non-profit
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- All industries
Target groups
- All the groups
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- All dimensions
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
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Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Projects that align with actions in the Climate Action and Energy Plan.
- Projects that reduce energy use or emissions in the Municipality of North Cowichan.
- Projects that address climate change adaptation.
Documents Needed
- Most recent financial statement
- Detailed work plan and budget
- Business case, or at minimum project budget breakdown and outcome metrics
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Organizations registered as a society under the BC Society Act.
- Organizations registered as an association under the Cooperative Association Act.
Eligible geographic areas
- Municipality of North Cowichan
Selection criteria
- Projects must address one or more actions in the 2022 Climate Action and Energy Plan and/or aid climate change adaptation.
- Projects must be economically beneficial, highly visible, innovative, or collaborative.
- Applicants should reflect the guiding principles of efficacy, flexibility, sustainability, transparency, high visibility, innovation, and collaboration.
- Applications are evaluated using the Terms of Reference criteria under Applicant and Project Eligibility.
How to apply
- Submit proposals online.
- Submit before the annual intake deadline of September 15.
Processing and Agreement
- Proposals are reviewed and evaluated by Environmental Advisory Committee members using the Terms of Reference evaluation criteria under Applicant and Project Eligibility.
- The Environmental Advisory Committee provides recommendations to Council for approval.
- If approved by Council, successful proponents are notified within 14 days of adoption by Council.
Additional information
- Applications are reviewed by the Environmental Advisory Committee.
- Successful applicants are notified within 14 days of Council adoption.
- Funds are dispersed once the annual financial plan is adopted by Council, usually in June.
- Recipients must provide a progress report and presentation to the EAC within 12 months of disbursement.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Climate Action Community Grants Program
What is the Climate Action Community Grants?
Climate Action Community Grants supports community organizations in North Cowichan through funding for projects that help achieve the municipality’s Climate Action and Energy Plan targets. Eligible work includes building energy efficiency, transportation, industrial or agricultural emissions, and climate change adaptation.
Who is eligible for the Climate Action Community Grants program?
To be eligible for the Climate Action Community Grants program, you must:
The applicant must be located in North Cowichan or primarily benefit its residents.
The applicant must be a registered non-profit society or association under the specified BC acts.
The applicant must show financial need and sound financial management.
What expenses are eligible under Climate Action Community Grants?
Projects that align with actions in the Climate Action and Energy Plan.
Projects that reduce energy use or emissions in the Municipality of North Cowichan.
Projects that address climate change adaptation.
Who can I contact for more information about the Climate Action Community Grants?
You can contact Municipality of North Cowichan by email at environment@northcowichan.ca or by phone at 250-746-3103.
Where is the Climate Action Community Grants available?
The Climate Action Community Grants program is available the province of British Columbia.
Is the Climate Action Community Grants a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Climate Action Community Grants is a Grant and Funding
Who are the financial supporters of the Climate Action Community Grants?
Climate Action Community Grants is funded by Municipality of North Cowichan, Lanark County