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Environmental Trust Fund

Funding for environmental projects in New Brunswick

Offered by
New Brunswick Department of Environment and Local Government
Official source: gnb.ca

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Funding available
Up to 50% of project cost
Deadline
Unspecified
Location
New Brunswick, Canada
Who can apply
Regional service commissions
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Overview

This program supports projects that protect, preserve, and enhance New Brunswick’s natural environment. Regional service commissions may receive up to 50% of total project costs, and eligible activities include conservation, waste reduction, and climate change initiatives.

At a glance

Funding available

Maximum share of project costs
50%
Financing goals
  • Increase social or community impact
  • Conduct research and development activities
  • Optimize production processes
  • Reduce environmental footprint
  • Raise awareness or mobilize a population
  • Conduct research or evaluation activities

Eligible candidates

Location
  • New Brunswick
Eligible Industries
All industries
Annual revenue
All revenue ranges
Organisation size
All organization sizes
Audience
All groups
Legal structures
Non-profit
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
Environment
Revenue structures
100% donations / grants, Mixed revenue (<50% earned)
Scope
Regional

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Availability timeline

2026
Periods: 1

Latest changes

Environmental Trust Fund intake closed for 2026-2027 cycle

The Environmental Trust Fund application intake is now closed for the 2026-2027 program year, with contact information updated and consolidated.

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The application intake for the Environmental Trust Fund has been closed. The Apply Now button and application timeline section have been removed from the page. Eligible applicants should note that the program will not be accepting new submissions for the 2026-2027 cycle. The contact information has been consolidated into a dedicated Get help section with phone number 506-457-4947 and email ETF-FFE@gnb.ca. All URLs on the page have been migrated from www2.gnb.ca to www.gnb.ca with restructured paths. Impact reports have been consolidated to a single page link. All other program details, including eligible recipients, funding terms, priority areas, and project scope, remain unchanged.

Official source: gnb.ca
March 31, 2026

Eligibility

Who is eligible?

  • Regional service commissions
  • Local governments
  • First Nations
  • Non-profit organizations
  • Institutions furthering sustainable development

Eligible expenses

  • Eligible project costs approved by the Department
  • Travel expenses at government rates, including vehicle rental, mileage, and meals
  • Project expenses incurred within the approved fiscal year

Ineligible Costs and Activities

  • Land acquisition
  • Activities required by legislation, such as environmental impact assessments
  • Feasibility studies
  • Infrastructure and capital assets
  • Non-green activities, septic upgrades, and unauthorized travel extras such as gratuities and alcohol

Eligible geographic areas

  • New Brunswick

Activities funded

  • Conservation and environmental research projects
  • Waste reduction, recycling, and community cleanup initiatives
  • Climate change adaptation, mitigation, and nature-based projects
  • Environmental awareness and public education initiatives

How to apply

  • Step 1: Review program guidance
    • Read the priority areas and measure documents.
    • Check whether your project fits one or more priority areas.
  • Step 2: Start the application
    • Access the online Environmental Trust Fund application portal.
    • Save your application and return to it later if needed.
  • Step 3: Complete the form
    • Enter the required project information.
    • Leave unknown fields blank and come back to them later if needed.
    • Obtain any required licences or permits before the project starts.
  • Step 4: Submit the application
    • Review the application before clicking Submit.
    • Submit the completed application through the portal.

Documents Needed

  • Completed Environmental Trust Fund application form
  • Supporting licences or permits, if required
  • Project budget
  • Progress or final reports, if requested after approval

Selection criteria

  • Alignment with the priority areas and measures.
  • Projects that best match the stated measures are given funding priority.
  • Potential for third-party funding or in-kind contributions is encouraged.

Processing and Agreement

  • Applications are reviewed against the fund’s priority areas and measures.
  • Projects aligned with the measures are given funding priority.
  • Successful applicants receive a letter of offer with reimbursement details and timelines.
  • The letter of offer serves as the contractual agreement with the province.

Additional information

  • Applications are generally accepted from November 1 to 30 each year.
  • Projects may need licences or permits before starting.
  • Third-party funding or in-kind contributions are encouraged.
  • A letter of offer acts as the contractual agreement for approved projects.

Official sources

gnb.ca

Official page

Environmental Trust Fund

Program guide

etf contract conditionsHow to complete your applicationProgram guide

Application form

Application and Claim Process Overview - Environmental Trust Fund Application and Claim FormsETF FFE

Supporting document

Addressing Climate ChangeETF Priority Area Measures
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Frequently Asked Questions about the Environmental Trust Fund Program

What is the Environmental Trust Fund?

This program supports projects that protect, preserve, and enhance New Brunswick’s natural environment. Regional service commissions may receive up to 50% of total project costs, and eligible activities include conservation, waste reduction, and climate change initiatives.

How much funding can be received?

Environmental Trust Fund Funds up to 50% of admissible expenses.

Who is eligible for the Environmental Trust Fund program?

To be eligible for the Environmental Trust Fund program, you must: Must fit a priority area. Must be led by an eligible recipient. Permits may be required.

What expenses are eligible under Environmental Trust Fund?

Eligible project costs approved by the Department Travel expenses at government rates, including vehicle rental, mileage, and meals Project expenses incurred within the approved fiscal year

Who can I contact for more information about the Environmental Trust Fund?

You can contact New Brunswick Department of Environment and Local Government.

Where is the Environmental Trust Fund available?

The Environmental Trust Fund program is available the province of New Brunswick.

Is the Environmental Trust Fund a grant, loan, or tax credit?

Environmental Trust Fund is a Grant and Funding