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Feasibility study – Adaptation in Action
Supports feasibility studies for municipal climate adaptation projects
Last Update: March 4, 2026
Funding available
$ 70,000
Timeline
- Open Date : July 8, 2025
- Closing date : October 28, 2025
Location
Quebec, Canada
Overview
The Feasibility study – Adaptation in Action grant provides funding of up to $70,000 to support Canadian municipalities and eligible partners in evaluating climate adaptation projects. This program funds studies that assess the feasibility, options, and community engagement needed to advance action-ready initiatives aimed at enhancing local climate resilience.
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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 : 70,000 $
- Up to 80% of project cost
Timeline
- Open Date : July 8, 2025
- Closing date : October 28, 2025
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Public administration
Location
- Quebec
Legal structures
- Non-profit
- Public or Parapublic institution
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Indigenous Peoples
- Rural or Northern Residents
- Canadians
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Research
- Environment
- Economic, Social and Community Development
- Diversity and Inclusion
Target groups
- Indigenous peoples
- Rural / Remote communities
- Nonprofits / charities
- Academia / students
- Community leaders
- Minority groups
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- Municipal
- Regional
- Provincial
- National
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Conducting feasibility studies on climate change adaptation projects aimed at improving the resilience of municipal services in the face of climatic events.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Canadian municipal governments (including towns, cities, regions, districts, and local boards)
- Municipally owned corporations
- Regional, provincial, or territorial organizations delivering municipal services
- Non-governmental organizations
- Not-for-profit organizations
- Research institutes (such as universities)
- Indigenous communities
Who is not eligible
- For-profit organizations or private-sector entities.
- Organizations that are not partnered with a Canadian municipality.
- Municipally owned corporations in Quebec without government authorization.
Eligible expenses
- Personnel salaries and benefits directly related to the feasibility study.
- Consulting fees for external experts supporting project assessment.
- Costs for technical, financial, legal, and operational analyses required by the feasibility study.
- Travel and accommodation expenses necessary for project consultations or assessment activities.
- Community engagement expenses, including consultation with equity-deserving and marginalized groups.
- Materials, supplies, and resources essential for conducting the feasibility study.
Eligible geographic areas
- Canadian municipalities outside Quebec
- Municipal governments in Quebec (subject to confirmation of agreement with Quebec’s Ministère des Affaires municipales et de l’Habitation)
- Rural or remote communities in Canada
- Indigenous communities in Canada
Additional information
- Applicants are encouraged to contact GMF early in the application period to receive their pre-application form and validate proposal eligibility.
- A GMF project officer will be assigned to each application upon full submission to assist throughout the process.
- Feasibility study applications are assessed internally by GMF staff, while implementation projects undergo an external peer review.
- Supporting tools, guides, and webinars are available to help municipalities enhance their climate adaptation and resilience strategies.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Feasibility study – Adaptation in Action Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Feasibility study – Adaptation in Action. 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 Feasibility study – Adaptation in Action?
The Feasibility study – Adaptation in Action grant provides funding of up to $70,000 to support Canadian municipalities and eligible partners in evaluating climate adaptation projects. This program funds studies that assess the feasibility, options, and community engagement needed to advance action-ready initiatives aimed at enhancing local climate resilience.
How much funding can be received?
Feasibility study – Adaptation in Action Funds up to 80% of admissible expenses, capped at $70,000 per project.
What is the deadline to apply?
The application deadline for this grant program was October 28, 2025.
Who is eligible for the Feasibility study – Adaptation in Action program?
To be eligible for the Feasibility study – Adaptation in Action program, you must:
For-profit entities are not eligible.
Applies only to non-profit organizations, municipal governments, Indigenous communities, research institutes, and partnering public organizations.
What expenses are eligible under Feasibility study – Adaptation in Action?
Conducting feasibility studies on climate change adaptation projects aimed at improving the resilience of municipal services in the face of climatic events.
Who can I contact for more information about the Feasibility study – Adaptation in Action?
You can contact Green Municipal Fund (GMF) by email at gmfinfo@fcm.ca or by phone at 1-877-417-0550.
Where is the Feasibility study – Adaptation in Action available?
The Feasibility study – Adaptation in Action program is available the province of Quebec.