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FRWIP — Well Decommissioning and Special Projects Pre-Approval
Rebates for agricultural water projects
Last Update: May 1, 2026
Funding available
$ 250 - $ 10,000
Timeline
- Closing date : March 31, 2028
Location
Saskatchewan, Canada
Overview
This program provides rebates for secure and sustainable agricultural water source development in Saskatchewan, including wells, dugouts, pipelines, and small dams. It also supports well decommissioning, with up to $75,000 for dugout, pipeline, and new well development projects and up to $10,000 for well decommissioning projects.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Implement environmental initiatives
- Reduce environmental footprint
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 10,000 $
- Minimum amount : 250 $
- Up to 90% of project cost
Timeline
- Closing date : March 31, 2028
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Location
- Saskatchewan
Legal structures
- Sole proprietorship
- Non-financial cooperative
- For-profit business
Annual revenue
- $ 50,000 minimum revenue
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Indigenous Peoples
- Rural or Northern Residents
- Canadians
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Development of wells, dugouts, pipelines, and community water systems for agricultural use
- Pre-approved small dam construction
- Well decommissioning
Documents Needed
- Completed application form
- Project description and budget
- Supporting regulatory approvals and authorizations
- Proof of gross farm income, if applicable
- WSA worksheets or project diagrams, where required
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Primary agricultural producers
- First Nation Bands in Saskatchewan
- Rural Municipalities in Saskatchewan
- Crown Land Pasture Grazing Associations in Saskatchewan
Who is not eligible
- Research facilities
- Publicly funded institutions
Eligible expenses
- Eligible construction or decommissioning costs for approved water projects
- Materials and labour directly related to the project
- In-kind labour and machinery/equipment, where allowed
- Excavation, casing removal, sealing, capping, and related materials for well decommissioning
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Projects or expenses started before October 1, 2022
- Expenses not supported by valid invoices or proof of payment
- Used materials, inventory materials, and in-kind freight or mileage
- Land purchases, easements, taxes, financing fees, interest, and legal fees
- Costs already funded by another government program
Eligible geographic areas
- Saskatchewan
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed after submission for program compliance.
- Pre-approval is required for some project streams.
- Additional approvals may be needed before work begins.
- Payment is issued only after the project is fully completed and approved.
Additional information
- Pre-approval is no longer required for well decommissioning projects.
- Regional agri-environmental specialists can assist with the decommissioning process and application support.
- Projects in environmentally sensitive areas may require prior approval or consent.
- Claims can be submitted only after the well is fully decommissioned and all invoices are paid.
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Frequently Asked Questions about the FRWIP — Well Decommissioning and Special Projects Pre-Approval Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the FRWIP — Well Decommissioning and Special Projects Pre-Approval. 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 FRWIP — Well Decommissioning and Special Projects Pre-Approval?
This program provides rebates for secure and sustainable agricultural water source development in Saskatchewan, including wells, dugouts, pipelines, and small dams. It also supports well decommissioning, with up to $75,000 for dugout, pipeline, and new well development projects and up to $10,000 for well decommissioning projects.
How much funding can be received?
FRWIP — Well Decommissioning and Special Projects Pre-Approval Funds up to 90% of admissible expenses, capped at $10,000 per project.
Who is eligible for the FRWIP — Well Decommissioning and Special Projects Pre-Approval program?
To be eligible for the FRWIP — Well Decommissioning and Special Projects Pre-Approval program, you must:
Agricultural use must be demonstrated.
Applicant must meet program eligibility.
Required approvals must be in place.
What expenses are eligible under FRWIP — Well Decommissioning and Special Projects Pre-Approval?
Development of wells, dugouts, pipelines, and community water systems for agricultural use
Pre-approved small dam construction
Well decommissioning
Who can I contact for more information about the FRWIP — Well Decommissioning and Special Projects Pre-Approval?
You can contact Government of Saskatchewan by email at agprograms@gov.sk.ca or by phone at 1-866-457-2377.
Where is the FRWIP — Well Decommissioning and Special Projects Pre-Approval available?
The FRWIP — Well Decommissioning and Special Projects Pre-Approval program is available the province of Saskatchewan.
Is the FRWIP — Well Decommissioning and Special Projects Pre-Approval a grant, loan, or tax credit?
FRWIP — Well Decommissioning and Special Projects Pre-Approval is a Other Support