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Coast Funds - Stewardship Project Funding

Q: How much funding can be received?

Coast Funds - Stewardship Project Funding Funds up to $150,000 of admissible expenses.

Q: Who is eligible for the Coast Funds - Stewardship Project Funding program?

To be eligible for the Coast Funds - Stewardship Project Funding program, you must: First Nation organizations involved in conservation activities

Q: Who can I contact for more information about the Coast Funds - Stewardship Project Funding?

You can contact Coast Conservation Endowment Fund Foundation.

Q: Where is the Coast Funds - Stewardship Project Funding available?

The Coast Funds - Stewardship Project Funding program is available the province of Quebec.

Q: Is the Coast Funds - Stewardship Project Funding a grant, loan, or tax credit?

Coast Funds - Stewardship Project Funding is a Grant and Funding

Last Update: February 4, 2026

QC, Canada

Project-specific funding for conservation activities by First Nation organizations

Grant and Funding

Coast Conservation Endowment Fund Foundation

Processing And Agreement

At a glance

Funding available

Financing goals

Research and experimental development

Reduce the ecological footprint

Develop employee skills

Eligible Funding

Maximum amount : 150,000 $

Timeline

Closing date : April 10, 2026

Eligible candidates

Eligible Industries

All industries

Location

Quebec

Legal structures

Non-profit

Annual revenue

All revenue ranges

Organisation size

All organization sizes

Audience

All groups

Non-profit candidates

Sector of operation

Research

Target groups

All the groups

Revenue structures

100% donations / grants

Scope

Local

Overview

This funding program offers financial support to First Nation organizations involved in conservation projects, including habitat restoration, research, and training. Grants can support activities up to $150,000 with a focus on ecological preservation and sustainability in critical Canadian ecosystems.

Activities funded

Scientific research to assess ecosystems
Habitat restoration work
Development of conservation-related training programs
Investment in research equipment for environmental monitoring

Examples of admissible projects:

$ 120,000

Habitat restoration and community engagement initiative to preserve local biodiversity

Eligibility

Who is eligible?

Participating First Nation organizations listed as qualified donees with the CRA
Stewardship offices, resource management departments, or non-profit conservation societies delegated by First Nations

Ineligible Costs and Activities

Activities unrelated to conservation or ecological sustainability
Projects outside the eligible regions
Costs related to activities not directly supporting conservation goals

Eligible geographic areas

Areas within the Great Bear Rainforest, Great Bear Sea, and Haida Gwaii

Selection criteria

Project relevance to conservation and ecological sustainability
Alignment with regional environmental priorities
Projected ecological impact and community involvement

How to apply

Step 1: Prepare your project proposal and supporting documents.Step 2: Contact your designated Coast Funds staff contact for guidance.Step 3: Submit your completed application via email.Step 4: Await review and approval from Coast Funds.Step 5: Sign funding agreement upon approval and commence project activities.

Processing and Agreement

Applications are reviewed monthly for projects up to $150,000 and quarterly for larger projects.
Approved projects receive funding following a formal agreement.
Projects are monitored, and progress reports may be required to ensure compliance.

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Frequently Asked Questions about the Coast Funds - Stewardship Project Funding Program

Here are answers to the most common questions about the Coast Funds - Stewardship Project Funding. 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.