The Conservation Trust aims to fund ecological projects that contribute significantly to biodiversity, water and soil health, and habitat preservation in Manitoba. Grants offer up to $600,000, emphasizing landscape-scale efforts that produce tangible environmental benefits. Support is directed toward initiatives that deliver ecological goods and services, such as biodiversity conservation, water quality improvements, and soil health initiatives. The trust encourages projects that have clear, measurable outcomes and can demonstrate a strong commitment to community engagement and natural infrastructure enhancement. Funding is contingent upon matching funds, which must meet or exceed a 2:1 ratio in cash or in-kind contributions. This comprehensive funding program is designed to foster sustainable ecological management and conservation practices across Manitoba, promoting long-term ecological resilience and public awareness.

At a glance

Funding available

Financing goals

Integrate new technologies

Increasing community impact

Develop strategic partnerships

Eligible Funding

Maximum amount : 600,000 $

Timeline

Closing date : October 3, 2025

Eligible candidates

Eligible Industries

All industries

Location

Manitoba

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

Provincial

Activities funded

Habitat and wildlife conservation projects
Watershed protection and restoration initiatives
Soil health improvement activities
Innovative conservation planning and research
Connecting communities to natural environments

Examples of admissible projects:

$ 250,000

Wetland restoration project to improve habitat and water quality

$ 400,000

Watershed management plan to enhance water quality and ecological resilience

Documents Needed

Application materials may include project proposals, proof of matching funds, and supporting documentation for project activities.

Eligibility

Applicants must be Manitoba non-profit organizations.
The projects must benefit watersheds, habitat, wildlife, soil health, or public engagement with nature.
Funding is available for projects delivering ecological goods and services.

Who is eligible?

Non-profit organizations located within Manitoba

Eligible expenses

Expenses directly related to project activities that conserve natural resources and improve natural infrastructure, such as habitat restoration, water quality improvement measures, soil health initiatives, and community engagement efforts.

Eligible geographic areas

Manitoba

Selection criteria

Project alignment with ecological and conservation goals
Potential for significant environmental impact
Feasibility and clarity of project plan
Capacity to meet matching fund requirements
Measurability of ecological outcomes

How to apply

Step 1: Submit Letter of InterestStep 2: Prepare detailed project proposal and supporting documentsStep 3: Upload application through the designated portal before the deadlineStep 4: Await review and notification of acceptance

Additional information

The Conservation Trust emphasizes large-scale, landscape-based efforts with measurable outcomes, focusing on ecological goods and services such as biodiversity, water quality, and soil health. Applicants must provide matching funds that meet or exceed a 2:1 ratio.

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Frequently Asked Questions about the Conservation Trust Program

Here are answers to the most common questions about the Conservation Trust. 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.