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Community Grants - Positive Environmental Impact Grants
Last Update: March 19, 2026
Banff, Alberta, Canada
Supports community-led environmental initiatives in Banff
Grant and Funding
Overview
The Positive Environmental Impact Grants provide funding of up to $10,000 for community-led initiatives that reduce waste and emissions in Banff and Lake Louise. Eligible applicants include residents, informal groups, community organizations, and registered charities or societies seeking funding for activities such as food waste diversion, reducing single-use items, sharing or upcycling projects, supporting public transit or active transportation, wood waste diversion for heating, tree-planting, and enhancing community connections.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
Increasing community impact
Reduce the ecological footprint
Raise awareness and mobilize the public
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 10,000 $
Timeline
- Closing date : January 19, 2026
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Banff
- 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
- Local
Activities funded
Examples of admissible projects:
$ 8,500
Community composting initiative to reduce food waste and promote sustainability
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
Individuals, informal groups or neighbors, community organizations, registered charities or societies in Banff or Lake Louise.How to apply
Access the online application portal or download the application form.Complete the application form with detailed project information.Email the completed form to fcss@banff.ca before the submission deadline.
Contacts
fcss@banff.ca
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