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Environmental Legacy Grants
Funding for environmental conservation projects
Latest source updateLast Update: July 7, 2026Latest change: The Whistler grants page now shows the Environmental Legacy Grants Application Guide with a narrowed program scope, new January 5–30, 2026 application window, and updated funding details.View change
Latest source update
Last Update: July 7, 2026
Latest change: The Whistler grants page now shows the Environmental Legacy Grants Application Guide with a narrowed program scope, new January 5–30, 2026 application window, and updated funding details.
Environmental Legacy Grants scope and guide updated
The Environmental Legacy Grants content now appears as an application guide with a new application window of January 5–30, 2026, closing at 5 pm on January 30, 2026. The guide also sets total available funding across streams at $120,000 and a maximum of $50,000 per grant. The visible scope has narrowed to Whistler-area environmental and climate-focused projects for Canadian charities and BC Societies, with the guide adding a second stream for Climate Action for Non-Environmental Charities and emphasizing eligibility around racial equality, Vital Signs, SDGs, and climate action. The application process now includes online submission through the portal, an online or in-person grant meeting, and post-approval requirements such as a signed grant agreement, banking information for direct deposit, and a final report.
Funding available
$ 500 - $ 10,000
Deadline
January 21, 2020
Location
British Columbia, Canada
Overview
This program provides support for environmental projects in the Whistler area, with grants ranging from $500 to $10,000. It funds conservation, habitat restoration, environmental research, public education, stewardship, and related climate action work.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Reduce environmental footprint
- Raise awareness or mobilize a population
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 10,000 $
- Minimum amount : 500 $
Funds Providers
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- British Columbia
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
- All structures
Scope
- Regional
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Environmental conservation activities
- Restoration or enhancement of natural habitats
- Scientific research that benefits the environment
- Public education and environmental stewardship awareness
- Mapping and inventory of natural resources for environmental planning
Documents Needed
- Online application form
- Signed grant agreement
- Banking information for direct deposit
- Final report at project completion
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Registered charities
- BC-registered non-profit organizations
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Retroactive funding
- Debt repayment
- Direct religious activities
- General fundraising activities
- Discriminatory activities or activities serving only an applicant’s members
Eligible geographic areas
- Whistler
- Sea to Sky Corridor
Selection criteria
- Clear and measurable impact
- Alignment with environmental, climate, and community priorities
- Long-term or root-cause solutions
- Response to a demonstrated need
How to apply
- Step 1: Monitor the grant call
- Check the Foundation website, email notices, and Pique Newsmagazine advertisements.
- Contact the Foundation if you have not applied before or need more information.
- Step 2: Prepare and submit online
- Create an online profile if you are a first-time applicant.
- Complete and submit the application through the grant portal.
- Step 3: Attend the grant meeting
- Participate in a short online or in-person meeting if requested.
- Present your project verbally and answer committee questions.
- Step 4: Review and decision
- Wait for the committee review and Board approval process.
- Receive written notification of the final decision.
- Step 5: Complete post-approval requirements
- Sign the online grant agreement.
- Provide banking details for direct deposit and complete reporting through the online system.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed by grant committees.
- Grant committees make funding recommendations to the Board of Directors.
- The Board of Directors gives final approval.
- Applicants receive written notice of the decision and any award terms.
- Approved applicants must complete an online signed grant agreement before payment.
Additional information
- Applications are reviewed by grants committees and approved by the Board of Directors.
- Applicants may be invited to attend a short online or in-person grant meeting.
- Successful applicants must submit a final report at grant completion.
- Grant recipients should use the online system for agreements and reports.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Environmental Legacy Grants Program
What is the Environmental Legacy Grants?
This program provides support for environmental projects in the Whistler area, with grants ranging from $500 to $10,000. It funds conservation, habitat restoration, environmental research, public education, stewardship, and related climate action work.
How much funding can be received?
Environmental Legacy Grants Funds up to $10,000 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Environmental Legacy Grants program?
To be eligible for the Environmental Legacy Grants program, you must:
Registered charity or BC non-profit
Project benefits Whistler
Defined purpose and outcomes
What expenses are eligible under Environmental Legacy Grants?
Environmental conservation activities
Restoration or enhancement of natural habitats
Scientific research that benefits the environment
Public education and environmental stewardship awareness
Mapping and inventory of natural resources for environmental planning
Who can I contact for more information about the Environmental Legacy Grants?
You can contact Community Foundation of Whistler by email at info@whistlerfoundation.com.
Where is the Environmental Legacy Grants available?
The Environmental Legacy Grants program is available the province of British Columbia.
Is the Environmental Legacy Grants a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Environmental Legacy Grants is a Grant and Funding