Climate-Resilient Coastal Communities Program

The program offers financial support for innovative projects aimed at enhancing climate resilience in coastal communities across Canada. Funding can support projects that develop adaptation resources and involve diverse stakeholders such as governments, Indigenous groups, businesses, and academia. Detailed Overview of the Climate-Resilient Coastal Communities Program Natural Resources Canada's Climate-Resilient Coastal Communities Program aims to fund initiatives between 2023 and 2028 that foster climate change adaptation at a regional scale. The program emphasizes integrative, inclusive, and innovative actions to address key climate risks affecting coastal regions, including remote and Indigenous communities most vulnerable to climate change impacts. This initiative is crucial in Canada, a country with extensive coastlines experiencing rising sea levels, increased flooding, and other climate change-related hazards. Funding support is directed toward projects that develop or pilot an adaptation toolkit, which will serve as a vital resource for decision-making and policy formulation within these communities. The main goal of this program is to provide a curated, accessible repository of existing resources from various sectors, including government, academia, and private entities, to streamline and enhance climate adaptation efforts. Through a collaborative approach, the program aims to involve stakeholders at multiple levels to foster systems-based solutions capable of managing risks posed by climate change effectively. The development of this toolkit will include consolidating data, best practices, tools, and resources tailored to the unique needs of coastal communities, especially those with limited capacity or resources. By supporting projects that are innovative and inclusive, the funding initiative promotes comprehensive solutions that not only improve resilience but also build long-term adaptive capacity in vulnerable communities. In addition, the program encourages the integration of climate change considerations into existing policies, plans, and practices to ensure sustainable development and disaster risk reduction. This comprehensive approach is expected to enhance community resilience, safeguard natural ecosystems, and promote sustainable coastal management practices. Applicants are invited to collaborate with local, regional, and national stakeholders, including Indigenous rights-holders, to ensure their projects are aligned with community priorities and cultural values. The funding, which can reach up to a total of $2 million, will be allocated on a project basis, with detailed proposals outlining innovative solutions, stakeholder engagement, and potential impacts. This initiative represents a strategic investment by the Canadian government to address climate threats comprehensively across coastal zones, ensuring that communities are better prepared and more resilient to the ongoing challenges posed by climate change.

Climate-Resilient Coastal Communities Program Funds up to $2,000,000 of admissible expenses.

To be eligible for the Climate-Resilient Coastal Communities Program program, you must: Projects addressing coast resilience, involving stakeholders.

Development of adaptation tools and resource kits. Implementation of community-based climate resilience projects. Collaborative stakeholder engagement and planning activities. Research activities related to coastal climate risks.

You can contact Natural Resources Canada (NRCan) by email at adaptation@nrcan-rncan.gc.ca.

The Climate-Resilient Coastal Communities Program program is available the province of Quebec.

Climate-Resilient Coastal Communities Program is a Grant and Funding