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Community conservation action plan
Support for community-based conservation projects
Last Update: April 29, 2026
Funding available
$ 500 - $ 10,000
Timeline
- Open Date : July 18, 2025
- Closing date : October 3, 2025
Location
Canada
Overview
This program provides up to CAD 10,000 for small Canadian organizations. It supports local and regional conservation projects that connect Canadians with nature, engage youth, or deliver conservation education.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Increase social or community impact
- Implement environmental initiatives
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 10,000 $
- Minimum amount : 500 $
Timeline
- Open Date : July 18, 2025
- Closing date : October 3, 2025
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Educational services
- Other services (except public administration)
- Public administration
Location
- Canada
Legal structures
- All legal structures
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Indigenous Peoples
- Rural or Northern Residents
- Canadians
- Youth (<40)
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Projects that connect Canadians with nature
- Youth conservation engagement projects
- Conservation education programs
Documents Needed
- Completed application form
- Project budget
- Partner support letters, if applicable
- Signed funding agreement, if approved
- Interim and final reporting documents
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Canadian small organizations
- Indigenous organizations and wildlife management groups
- Educational, academic, and research institutions
- Local community groups, youth groups, and service clubs
Who is not eligible
- International organizations or individuals
- For-profit organizations
- Federal government employees, departments, agencies, and Crown corporations
Eligible expenses
- Project salaries and contractor fees
- Materials, supplies, and equipment rental
- Travel and accommodation directly tied to the project
- Professional and management services
- Communications, printing, and project recognition costs
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Land purchases or land interests, including leases and conservation easements
- Contributions to endowment funds
- Continuous maintenance work for invasive species projects
- Small requests intended to fund a larger project
Eligible geographic areas
- Canada
Processing and Agreement
- Applications submitted by the deadline are reviewed by HFC staff.
- Applications are checked for completeness and program fit.
- Projects are selected after internal review and board decision.
- Successful applicants receive a funding agreement to sign.
- Applicants are notified by email.
Additional information
- Applications are reviewed by Wildlife Habitat Canada staff.
- Approved applicants must sign a funding agreement.
- The program emphasizes low administrative burden.
- Projects must comply with all relevant laws, permits, and licences.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Community conservation action plan Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Community conservation action plan. 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 Community conservation action plan?
This program provides up to CAD 10,000 for small Canadian organizations. It supports local and regional conservation projects that connect Canadians with nature, engage youth, or deliver conservation education.
How much funding can be received?
Community conservation action plan Funds up to $10,000 of admissible expenses.
What is the deadline to apply?
The application deadline for this grant program was October 3, 2025.
Who is eligible for the Community conservation action plan program?
To be eligible for the Community conservation action plan program, you must:
Canadian residents or organizations
Local or regional projects
1:1 matching funds required
What expenses are eligible under Community conservation action plan?
Projects that connect Canadians with nature
Youth conservation engagement projects
Conservation education programs
Who can I contact for more information about the Community conservation action plan?
You can contact Wildlife Habitat Canada (WHC) by email at subventions@whc.org or by phone at 613-722-2090 ext 267.
Where is the Community conservation action plan available?
The Community conservation action plan program is available across Canada.