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Community Wildland Fire Protection Planning Grant

Funding for wildland fire protection planning

Offered by
Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry (ON) (MNRF)
Official source: ontario.ca

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Funding available
Varies by project
Deadline
Unspecified
Location
Ontario, Canada
Who can apply
Municipalities in Ontario.
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Overview

Provides funding for community wildland fire protection planning and hazard mapping in Ontario. Supports hazard forest mapping and the development of Community Wildland Fire Protection Plans.

At a glance

Funding available

Varies by project

Financing goals
  • Increase social or community impact
  • Implement environmental initiatives
  • Strengthen organizational capacity
  • Raise awareness or mobilize a population
  • Conduct research or evaluation activities

Eligible candidates

Location
  • Ontario
Eligible Industries
All industries
Annual revenue
All revenue ranges
Organisation size
All organization sizes
Audience
  • Indigenous Peoples
  • Canadians
Legal structures
Public or Parapublic institution

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Availability timeline

2026
Periods: 2

Latest changes

Deadline extended for Community Wildland Fire Protection Planning Grant

The Community Wildland Fire Protection Planning Grant deadline moved from September 29, 2026 to October 9, 2026.

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The Available funding opportunities from the Ontario Government page now shows a later deadline for the Community Wildland Fire Protection Planning Grant. Applications must now be received by October 9, 2026 at 16:00 p.m. EDT, instead of September 29, 2026 at 16:30 p.m. EDT. This is a material timeline change for applicants preparing submissions to this grant.

Official source: ontario.ca
October 1, 2026

Eligibility

Who is eligible?

  • Municipalities in Ontario.

Eligible geographic areas

  • Ontario Fire Region.

Activities funded

  • Wildland fire hazard forest mapping.
  • Development of a Community Wildland Fire Protection Plan.
  • Wildland Fire Community Risk Assessment.
  • Wildland Fire Mitigation Strategies.

How to apply

  • Step 1: Review eligibility
    • Confirm the municipality is located within Ontario’s Fire Region.
    • Read the eligibility requirements carefully.
  • Step 2: Prepare the project plan
    • Develop the project plan for submission.
    • Include the information required by the program criteria.
  • Step 3: Submit the application
    • Send the application by the deadline through the Transfer Payment Ontario process.
  • Step 4: Receive program follow-up
    • Selected municipalities receive support documentation by email from ministry staff.

Selection criteria

  • Estimated area with high to extreme wildland fire hazard.
  • Average number of annual wildland fire occurrences.
  • Project plan submitted through the application process.
  • Demonstrated need for financial assistance.
  • Community support and commitment to mitigation.

Processing and Agreement

  • Applications are reviewed after submission.
  • Municipalities are selected using program criteria.
  • Successful applicants receive support documentation by email.

Additional information

  • This is an invitational funding opportunity.
  • Selected municipalities receive support documentation by email from ministry staff.

Contacts

Chelsea.osesky@ontario.ca
705-255-8096

Official sources

ontario.ca
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Frequently Asked Questions about the Community Wildland Fire Protection Planning Grant Program

What is the Community Wildland Fire Protection Planning Grant?

Provides funding for community wildland fire protection planning and hazard mapping in Ontario. Supports hazard forest mapping and the development of Community Wildland Fire Protection Plans.

Who is eligible for the Community Wildland Fire Protection Planning Grant program?

To be eligible for the Community Wildland Fire Protection Planning Grant program, you must: Ontario municipalities in the Fire Region. Invited municipal applicants only. Project plan required.

Who can I contact for more information about the Community Wildland Fire Protection Planning Grant?

You can contact Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry (ON) (MNRF) by email at Chelsea.osesky@ontario.ca or by phone at 705-255-8096.

Where is the Community Wildland Fire Protection Planning Grant available?

The Community Wildland Fire Protection Planning Grant program is available the province of Ontario.

Is the Community Wildland Fire Protection Planning Grant a grant, loan, or tax credit?

Community Wildland Fire Protection Planning Grant is a Grant and Funding

Who are the financial supporters of the Community Wildland Fire Protection Planning Grant?

Community Wildland Fire Protection Planning Grant is funded by Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry (ON) (MNRF)