Feasibility study – Adaptation in Action

Q: How much funding can be received?

Feasibility study – Adaptation in Action Funds up to 80% of admissible expenses, capped at $70000 per project.

Q: What is the deadline to apply?

The application deadline for this grant program is October 28, 2025. Applicants must submit their complete application before this date to be considered for funding.

Q: Is the Feasibility study – Adaptation in Action a grant, loan, or tax credit?

Feasibility study – Adaptation in Action is a Grant and Funding

Q: Who are the financial supporters of the Feasibility study – Adaptation in Action?

Feasibility study – Adaptation in Action is funded by Green Municipal Fund (GMF)

Q: 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.

Q: 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.

Q: Where is the Feasibility study – Adaptation in Action available?

The Feasibility study – Adaptation in Action program is available the province of Quebec.

Q: Are Indigenous Peoples eligible for the Feasibility study – Adaptation in Action program?

Yes, Indigenous Peoples are eligible to apply for the Feasibility study – Adaptation in Action program.

Last Update: September 3, 2025

QC, Canada

Supports feasibility studies for municipal climate adaptation projects

At a glance

Eligible Funding

Max. $70,000
Up to 80% of project cost

Timeline

Open Date : July 8, 2025
Closing date : October 28, 2025

Financing Type

Grant and Funding

Eligible Industries

Public administration

Funds Providers

Green Municipal Fund

Program status

Open

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.

Financing terms and conditions

Grant covers up to 80% of eligible project costs, up to a maximum of $70,000.
Rural or remote communities and municipalities with populations below 10,000 may receive up to 90% of eligible costs.
Indigenous communities and municipalities partnered with Indigenous communities may receive up to 100% of eligible costs.
Total eligible project costs for the feasibility study must not exceed $1 million.

Activities funded

Conducting feasibility studies on climate change adaptation projects aimed at improving the resilience of municipal services in the face of climatic events.

Examples of admissible projects:

$ 69,950

Analysis of permafrost degradation impacts on local road networks

$ 68,400

Assessment of green stormwater infrastructure for schoolyard adaptation

$ 69,500

Study evaluating climate adaptation of municipal fleet storage facility

$ 66,100

Feasibility study for shade tree corridors in vulnerable neighborhoods

$ 67,800

Feasibility assessment of urban cooling centres for heat emergencies

$ 69,800

Feasibility study for flood-resistant public infrastructure upgrades

Eligibility

The applicant must be a Canadian municipal government, municipally owned corporation (with required Quebec government authorization for Quebec applicants), regional, provincial or territorial organization delivering municipal services, Indigenous community, not-for-profit organization, non-governmental organization, or research institute.
If not a municipality, the applicant must have a partnership in place with a Canadian municipality.
The project must have the primary aim of improving community adaptation to the impacts of climate change.
The applicant must have completed a climate adaptation plan or a community-scale climate change risk assessment.
The project must be planned to be undertaken and completed within the next two years.

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

How to apply

Complete the Readiness check

Complete the online Readiness check to determine initial eligibility
Review your project's alignment with funding objectives
Contact a GMF representative for additional guidance if needed

Review the application guide

Download and review the application guide carefully
Take note of the list of required prerequisites and supporting documents
Ensure your project complies with the funding requirements

Submit pre-application form

Register for an account on the FCM funding portal
Log in to access and complete the pre-application form
Submit the pre-application form (supporting documents not required at this stage)

Receive eligibility confirmation

Wait for eligibility confirmation from a GMF representative
You will receive feedback within five business days after submitting the pre-application
Proceed only if eligibility is confirmed

Complete full application

Access the full application form and project workbook through the FCM portal
Prepare and gather all required supporting documents as listed in the application guide
Fill out the application and project workbook diligently

Submit full application

Submit the completed application, project workbook, and all required documents via the funding portal
Contact your GMF project officer for any final questions or clarifications

Application review and decision

A GMF project officer will review your file for completeness and accuracy
Feasibility study applications undergo internal review by GMF staff
Await recommendations from GMF Council and FCM Board of Directors

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

gmfinfo@fcm.ca

1-877-417-0550

QC, Canada

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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.