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Climate Innovation Grant Program
Funding for innovative climate projects in Calgary and Edmonton
Last Update: May 15, 2026
Funding available
$ 100,000
Timeline
- Closing date : February 20, 2026
Location
Alberta, Canada
Overview
This program supports climate mitigation projects in Calgary and Edmonton, with up to $100,000 in funding per applicant. It funds innovative initiatives such as technology demonstration, collective impact, policy advancement, and other low-emissions solutions that create community benefits.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase performance through digital transformation
- Increase social or community impact
- Develop strategic partnerships
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 100,000 $
- Minimum amount : 100,000 $
Timeline
- Closing date : February 20, 2026
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Alberta
Legal structures
- Non-profit
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Environment
Target groups
- All the groups
Revenue structures
- 100% donations / grants
Scope
- All dimensions
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Technology demonstration projects.
- Collective impact initiatives.
- Policy advancement and institutional change.
- Low-emissions and climate mitigation projects.
Documents Needed
- Expression of Interest form
- Full application
- Project narrative
- Budget and work plan
- Supporting documents confirming matching funding
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Nonprofit organizations
- Qualified Canadian Donees
- The Cities of Edmonton and Calgary
Who is not eligible
- One-off solar energy projects without a defined scale-up strategy
- Technology installations without a clearly defined scale-up strategy
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- One-off solar energy projects without a clearly defined scale-up strategy.
- Technology installations without a defined scale-up strategy.
Eligible geographic areas
- Calgary
- Edmonton
Processing and Agreement
- Expression of Interest submissions are screened by Alberta Ecotrust staff.
- Shortlisted applicants are invited to submit full proposals.
- Full applications undergo technical and financial due diligence as needed.
- The Grant Review Committee makes the funding decision.
- Successful applicants are notified and must sign a Contribution Agreement within three months.
- Unsuccessful applicants may request feedback from Alberta Ecotrust staff.
Additional information
- Applicants should contact Program Specialists before submitting an Expression of Interest to discuss project fit.
- Organizations may submit multiple projects at the Expression of Interest stage.
- Only one full application will be accepted per city and grant round.
- Contribution Agreements must be signed after a successful funding decision.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Climate Innovation Grant Program Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Climate Innovation 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 Climate Innovation Grant Program?
This program supports climate mitigation projects in Calgary and Edmonton, with up to $100,000 in funding per applicant. It funds innovative initiatives such as technology demonstration, collective impact, policy advancement, and other low-emissions solutions that create community benefits.
How much funding can be received?
Climate Innovation Grant Program Funds up to $100,000 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Climate Innovation Grant Program program?
To be eligible for the Climate Innovation Grant Program program, you must:
Project must benefit Calgary and/or Edmonton.
Must align with a program focus area.
Matching funding required.
What expenses are eligible under Climate Innovation Grant Program?
Technology demonstration projects.
Collective impact initiatives.
Policy advancement and institutional change.
Low-emissions and climate mitigation projects.
Who can I contact for more information about the Climate Innovation Grant Program?
You can contact Alberta Ecotrust Foundation.
Where is the Climate Innovation Grant Program available?
The Climate Innovation Grant Program program is available the province of Alberta.
Is the Climate Innovation Grant Program a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Climate Innovation Grant Program is a Grant and Funding