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Last Update: May 15, 2026
Funding available
Varies by project
Timeline
- Open continuously
Location
Quebec, Canada
Overview
Maximum funding amount is not specified publicly. The program supports Canadian charitable organizations working on low-carbon and net-zero transition initiatives, including energy efficiency, electrification, policy, collaboration, and public engagement.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Reduce environmental footprint
- Raise awareness or mobilize a population
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Timeline
- Open continuously
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Quebec
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
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Energy efficiency, electrification, grid integration, and electricity decarbonization.
- Targeted transition efforts in specific sectors.
- Research, knowledge mobilization, convening, and communications.
- Collaboration across Canada’s net-zero organization ecosystem.
- Policy, standards, systems, and public engagement for net-zero adoption.
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Canadian registered charitable organizations.
- Charitable organizations working on economy and environment initiatives.
Who is not eligible
- Organizations that are not Canadian registered charities.
- Applicants submitting unsolicited proposals.
Eligible geographic areas
- Canada
Selection criteria
- Advances one or more priority pathways to net-zero.
- Integrates research, knowledge mobilization, collaboration, and communications.
- Strengthens collaboration across leading net-zero organizations in Canada.
- Supports economy-wide policies, standards, and systems.
- Enhances public engagement and broad support for net-zero policies.
How to apply
- Step 1: Do not submit an unsolicited proposal.
- The Foundation does not accept unsolicited proposals.
- Step 2: Wait for direct outreach.
- Foundation staff contact selected Canadian charitable organizations directly.
- Step 3: Discuss collaboration if contacted.
- Invited organizations may explore pragmatic solutions aligned with the Foundation’s mission.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Economy & Environment Program Program
What is the Economy & Environment Program?
Maximum funding amount is not specified publicly. The program supports Canadian charitable organizations working on low-carbon and net-zero transition initiatives, including energy efficiency, electrification, policy, collaboration, and public engagement.
Who is eligible for the Economy & Environment Program program?
To be eligible for the Economy & Environment Program program, you must:
Canadian registered charitable organization.
Focus on economy and environment.
Collaborative, pragmatic approach.
What expenses are eligible under Economy & Environment Program?
Energy efficiency, electrification, grid integration, and electricity decarbonization.
Targeted transition efforts in specific sectors.
Research, knowledge mobilization, convening, and communications.
Collaboration across Canada’s net-zero organization ecosystem.
Policy, standards, systems, and public engagement for net-zero adoption.
Who can I contact for more information about the Economy & Environment Program?
You can contact The Richard Ivey Foundation.
Where is the Economy & Environment Program available?
The Economy & Environment Program program is available the province of Quebec.
Is the Economy & Environment Program a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Economy & Environment Program is a Grant and Funding
Who are the financial supporters of the Economy & Environment Program?
Economy & Environment Program is funded by The Richard Ivey Foundation