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Climate Change Adaptation Program
Funding for climate adaptation projects
Last Update: May 15, 2026
Funding available
Varies by project
Timeline
- Closing date : September 22, 2023
Location
Canada
Overview
This program supports climate change adaptation projects across Canada. It can provide up to $2 million in dedicated funding for eligible Indigenous applicants, and covers activities related to adaptation skills, economics, emerging issues, and natural resource sectors.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Reduce environmental footprint
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Timeline
- Closing date : September 22, 2023
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Canada
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
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Projects that support climate change adaptation.
- Projects focused on adaptation skills.
- Projects focused on adaptation economics.
- Projects addressing emerging issues or natural resource sectors.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Companies and businesses.
- Academic institutions.
- Non-governmental organizations.
- Industry, research, and professional associations.
- Indigenous communities, governments, and organizations.
Eligible geographic areas
- Canada
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed on an ongoing basis for the non-competitive process.
- Eligible Indigenous applicants may be connected with program staff for additional support.
- Applicants submit their request by email for the non-competitive process.
Additional information
- Applications through the non-competitive process are reviewed on an ongoing basis.
- Eligible Indigenous applicants can access additional support outside the competitive process.
- The program covers proposals on adaptation skills, economics, emerging issues, and natural resource sectors.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Climate Change Adaptation Program Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Climate Change Adaptation 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 Climate Change Adaptation Program?
This program supports climate change adaptation projects across Canada. It can provide up to $2 million in dedicated funding for eligible Indigenous applicants, and covers activities related to adaptation skills, economics, emerging issues, and natural resource sectors.
Who is eligible for the Climate Change Adaptation Program program?
To be eligible for the Climate Change Adaptation Program program, you must:
Incorporated or registered in Canada.
Project addresses climate adaptation.
Fits a program topic.
What expenses are eligible under Climate Change Adaptation Program?
Projects that support climate change adaptation.
Projects focused on adaptation skills.
Projects focused on adaptation economics.
Projects addressing emerging issues or natural resource sectors.
Who can I contact for more information about the Climate Change Adaptation Program?
You can contact Natural Resources Canada (NRCan) by email at adaptation@nrcan-rncan.gc.ca.
Where is the Climate Change Adaptation Program available?
The Climate Change Adaptation Program program is available across Canada.
Is the Climate Change Adaptation Program a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Climate Change Adaptation Program is a Grant and Funding
Who are the financial supporters of the Climate Change Adaptation Program?
Climate Change Adaptation Program is funded by Natural Resources Canada (NRCan), Indigenous Services Canada (ISC)