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Environmental Project Grant
Funding for local environmental projects
Last Update: May 6, 2026
Funding available
$ 5,000
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Ontario, Canada
Overview
Funding of up to $5,000 supports environmental projects in the Township of Lake of Bays. The program supports habitat conservation, biodiversity, watershed health, native plant restoration, education, community gardens, pollinator gardens, and sustainable water management.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Implement environmental initiatives
- Reduce environmental footprint
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 5,000 $
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Public administration
Location
- Ontario
Legal structures
- All legal structures
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Habitat conservation, restoration, and enhancement projects.
- Biodiversity preservation and enhancement projects.
- Watershed protection, restoration, and water quality management projects.
- Native plant restoration, education, community gardening, and erosion control initiatives.
Documents Needed
- Completed application form
- Signed disclosure and release statement
- Project description and expected impact
- Organization details and supporting information
- Budget information and any supporting materials
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Incorporated not-for-profit organizations
- Commercial businesses, for-profit organizations, or individuals
- Registered charities
- Community associations and local chapters serving Lake of Bays residents
- Unincorporated groups with not-for-profit goals
Who is not eligible
- Organizations with political affiliations
- Faith organizations, except for local non-denominational events
- Hospitals and related foundations or agencies
- Schools and post-secondary institutions
- Organizations in litigation with the Township or not in good standing
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Projects required under planning applications or enforcement.
- Program deficits or operating shortfalls.
- Activities outside applicable laws, bylaws, policies, and standards.
Eligible geographic areas
- Township of Lake of Bays
- Parry Sound–Muskoka region, for regional special projects benefiting Lake of Bays
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed by the Environmental Projects Grant Review Panel.
- Applications are assessed using the program’s evaluation tool.
- Applicants are notified of approval or refusal after review.
- Approved projects require completion confirmation before funds are awarded.
- Final reporting is required after project completion.
Additional information
- Applicants must provide confirmation of completion after the project is finished.
- Successful recipients must submit a final report within three months after completion.
- The Township may report grant recipients and the use of funds publicly.
- Applications may be considered even after annual funds are depleted, subject to Council review.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Environmental Project Grant Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Environmental Project Grant. 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 Project Grant?
Funding of up to $5,000 supports environmental projects in the Township of Lake of Bays. The program supports habitat conservation, biodiversity, watershed health, native plant restoration, education, community gardens, pollinator gardens, and sustainable water management.
How much funding can be received?
Environmental Project Grant Funds up to $5,000 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Environmental Project Grant program?
To be eligible for the Environmental Project Grant program, you must:
Project must benefit Lake of Bays residents.
Must support environmental health goals.
Application must be complete.
What expenses are eligible under Environmental Project Grant?
Habitat conservation, restoration, and enhancement projects.
Biodiversity preservation and enhancement projects.
Watershed protection, restoration, and water quality management projects.
Native plant restoration, education, community gardening, and erosion control initiatives.
Who can I contact for more information about the Environmental Project Grant?
You can contact Kiwanis Foundation of Canada (KFC) by email at david.zilkey@huntsville.ca or by phone at 705 789-1751 Ext. 2416.
Where is the Environmental Project Grant available?
The Environmental Project Grant program is available the province of Ontario.
Is the Environmental Project Grant a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Environmental Project Grant is a Grant and Funding