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Environmental Literacy

Support environmental literacy for children and youth
Environment and Climate Change Canada (ECCC)
Last Update: March 4, 2026
Funding available
No Condition
Timeline
  • Open continuously
Location
Canada

Overview

This program provides up to $12.5 million to support projects that increase environmental literacy among young Canadians. Funding supports initiatives that develop environmental knowledge, tools and/or skills for children, youth, and their families or educators.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.

At a glance

Funding available

Financing goals
  • Increase social or community impact
  • Develop strategic partnerships
  • Reduce environmental footprint
Eligible Funding
  • No Condition
Timeline
  • Open continuously

Eligible candidates

Eligible Industries
  • Educational services
  • Other services (except public administration)
Location
  • Canada
Legal structures
  • Non-profit
Annual revenue
  • All revenue ranges
Organisation size
  • All organization sizes
Audience
  • All groups
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
  • Primary and Secondary Education
  • Higher Education
  • Other Education
  • Environment
  • Children and Youth Organizations
Target groups
  • Children & youth
  • Indigenous peoples
  • Academia / students
Revenue structures
  • All structures
Scope
  • National

Next steps

1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility

Activities funded

  • Projects that increase environmental literacy for children (ages 0–5).
  • Projects that advance environmental literacy for youth (K–12; Maternelle to CEGEP in Quebec).
  • Initiatives that develop environmental knowledge, tools and/or skills for young Canadians.
  • Projects that strengthen environmental literacy through activities aimed at families and/or educators.
  • Indigenous-led initiatives that enhance environmental literacy and build capacity related to climate change, biodiversity loss, and pollution.

Eligibility

Who is eligible?

  • Non-governmental organizations (including registered charities and environmental community groups)
  • Indigenous organizations (including Indigenous communities and Tribal councils)
  • Universities and academic institutions

Eligible geographic areas

  • Canada

Additional information

  • $2.5 million of the overall funding is dedicated to Indigenous-led initiatives.
  • The program uses an innovative co-funding model in partnership with philanthropic organizations.
  • The funding is positioned as a long-term solution supporting Canada’s climate commitments.

Frequently Asked Questions about the Environmental Literacy Program

Here are answers to the most common questions about the Environmental Literacy. 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.

What is the Environmental Literacy?

This program provides up to $12.5 million to support projects that increase environmental literacy among young Canadians. Funding supports initiatives that develop environmental knowledge, tools and/or skills for children, youth, and their families or educators.

Who is eligible for the Environmental Literacy program?

To be eligible for the Environmental Literacy program, you must: Not-for-profit applicant Environmental literacy project for young people Knowledge, tools and/or skills development

What expenses are eligible under Environmental Literacy?

Projects that increase environmental literacy for children (ages 0–5). Projects that advance environmental literacy for youth (K–12; Maternelle to CEGEP in Quebec). Initiatives that develop environmental knowledge, tools and/or skills for young Canadians. Projects that strengthen environmental literacy through activities aimed at families and/or educators. Indigenous-led initiatives that enhance environmental literacy and build capacity related to climate change, biodiversity loss, and pollution.

Who can I contact for more information about the Environmental Literacy?

You can contact Environment and Climate Change Canada (ECCC).

Where is the Environmental Literacy available?

The Environmental Literacy program is available across Canada.

Is the Environmental Literacy a grant, loan, or tax credit?

Environmental Literacy is a Grant and Funding

Who are the financial supporters of the Environmental Literacy?

Environmental Literacy is funded by Environment and Climate Change Canada (ECCC)

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