Connect2
grant_single|update January 24, 2025
NS, Canada
Funding for active transportation projects in Nova Scotia
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- grant_single|closingDate June 17, 2024
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Grant and Funding
grant_single|eligibleIndustries
- Public administration
grant_single|grantors
- Government of Nova Scotia
- Department of Energy and Mines (NS)
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grant_card_status|closed
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Receive funding to cover up to 75% of eligible project costs of active transportation projects, including walking, cycling, and wheeling, to increase connectiveness and accessibility, improve quality of life, and reduce carbon emissions.
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The Connect2 Program funds active transportation projects to promote community connectivity, emission reduction, and physical activity enhancement. The program offers structured financing based on project categories with specified funding limits and cost-sharing percentages.
- Grants cover up to 75% of project costs in the "Active transportation infrastructure and design" category, with a maximum of $100,000 per project.
- Funding up to $75,000 is available for projects under the "Shared mobility and bicycle fleets" category.
- In "Capacity building and community engagement," grants cover up to 75% of project costs up to $50,000 per project.
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The Connect2 Program offers funding for projects that enhance active transportation and community engagement. These projects aim to create better connectivity, reduce emissions, and boost physical activity through innovative infrastructure and shared mobility solutions.
- Temporary installation of bike lanes, public spaces, and active transportation routes.
- Development and design of core active transportation network infrastructure.
- Conducting engineering or feasibility studies for transportation projects.
- Implementation of shared mobility service pilot projects.
- Establishment of bicycle fleet pilot projects.
- Training and capacity building for municipal staff.
- Marketing and social marketing communications initiatives.
- Public engagement and community activities to promote transportation projects.
grant_single|admissibleProjectsExample
$ 75,000
Feasibility study for creating a network of pedestrian trails
$ 75,000
Community engagement for the promotion of active transportation
$ 75,000
Marketing campaign to promote active transportation
$ 75,000
Development of a connected bike lane network to reduce traffic congestion
$ 75,000
Training program for municipal staff on active transportation
$ 75,000
Pilot project for electric bike-sharing service to enhance mobility
grant_single_labels|admissibility
Eligibility for this grant is determined by the type of organization applying for funding.
- The applicant must be a registered non-profit society or cooperative in good standing.
- The applicant may be a federally incorporated non-profit organization.
- Nova Scotian Mi’kmaw Bands are eligible to apply.
- Municipalities within the relevant area are eligible to apply.
- Post-secondary education institutions can apply.
- Community groups are eligible to apply.
- Equity-seeking communities and organizations can apply.
grant_eligibility_criteria|who_can_apply
Registered non-profit society/cooperative in good standing, Federally incorporated non-profit organization, Nova Scotian Mi’kmaw Bands, Municipalities, Post Secondary Education Institutions, Community groups, Equity seeking communities and organizations.
grant_eligibility_criteria|who_cannot_apply
This grant appears to be exclusively available to specific types of organizations and communities based on their incorporation status and affiliation. However, no detailed exclusions based on industry or company activity are provided in the given context.
grant_eligibility_criteria|eligible_expenses
This grant supports active transportation projects that aim to enhance connectivity within and between communities while promoting environmental sustainability and healthy living. Eligible projects include infrastructure improvements, shared mobility initiatives, and community capacity building efforts.
- Temporary installation of bike lanes, public space, and active transportation routes.
- Development of core active transportation network infrastructure or design.
- Engineering or feasibility studies related to active transportation.
- Shared mobility services pilot projects.
- Bicycle fleet pilot projects.
- Municipal staff training, capacity building, or networking.
- Marketing and communications, including social marketing efforts for transportation awareness.
- Public engagement activities related to transportation.
grant_eligibility_criteria|zone
This grant is primarily available to entities based in Nova Scotia. Eligible organizations include those from specific communities and groups within the province.
- Organizations based in Nova Scotia, Canada.
grant_single_labels|criteria
There are evaluation and selection criteria for the Connect2 Program grant. Projects are evaluated based on their alignment with the program objectives, potential for impact, innovation, partnerships, community engagement, and sustainability.
- Alignment with program objectives
- Potential for impact
- Innovation
- Partnerships
- Community engagement
- Sustainability
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Here are additional relevant details for this grant:
- Applicants are encouraged to engage with local stakeholders in the planning stages to ensure community needs are addressed.
- Innovative approaches that integrate technology or new methodologies are viewed favorably.
- Applicants should demonstrate how their projects will create lasting change or improvements in their communities.
- Regular updates and coordination with granting authorities are encouraged to align project progress with program expectations.
- Partnerships with local businesses, community organizations, or academic institutions are encouraged to strengthen the project proposal.
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