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FRWIP — Small Dams
Rebates for agricultural small dam projects
Last Update: April 9, 2026
Funding available
$ 250 - $ 75,000
Timeline
- Closing date : December 31, 2027
Location
Saskatchewan, Canada
Overview
This program provides rebates for small dam projects that develop secure agricultural water sources in Saskatchewan. It supports new dam construction and related eligible costs for agricultural use, with up to $75,000 per applicant.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase production or service capacity
- Implement environmental initiatives
- Increase operational productivity
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 75,000 $
- Minimum amount : 250 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Timeline
- Closing date : December 31, 2027
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Location
- Saskatchewan
Legal structures
- For-profit business
- Sole proprietorship
- Non-financial cooperative
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
- Construction of new small dams for agricultural water supply.
- New small dam projects that support livestock, irrigation, crop spraying, horticulture, or grazing management.
- Multi-producer small dam projects shared by eligible agricultural applicants.
Documents Needed
- Completed Small Dam Pre-Approval Application Form
- Detailed project diagram
- Water Security Agency approval
- Landowner authorization, if applicable
- Supporting invoices and proof of payment for the claim stage
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Primary agricultural producers.
- Multi-producer groups.
- First Nation Bands in Saskatchewan.
- Crown Land Pasture Grazing Associations in Saskatchewan.
Who is not eligible
- Applicants without agricultural water use.
- Projects that do not meet the small dam size limit.
- Applicants who have not obtained pre-approval before construction.
Eligible expenses
- Design and consulting fees, including engineering services.
- New small dam construction and related wet well components.
- Pumps, pipelines, plumbing materials, and trenching or boring.
- Water storage tanks, fencing, watering appliances, and power infrastructure.
- In-kind labour and machinery/equipment, subject to program limits.
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Projects or expenses started before October 1, 2022.
- Repairs, maintenance, or replacement of existing infrastructure.
- Potable water connections, household use, and washing or toilet facilities.
- Generators, gas or diesel pumps, and standalone all-in-one solar pumping systems.
- Land purchase, easements, taxes, financing fees, interest, and legal fees.
Eligible geographic areas
- Saskatchewan
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed after submission for eligibility and required approvals.
- Pre-approval must be obtained before construction begins.
- Claim forms are sent to eligible applicants after pre-approval.
- Funding is paid only after the project is fully constructed and operational.
- The ministry may inspect the project and request supporting records before or after payment.
Additional information
- Pre-approval is required before construction starts.
- No interim payments are made; funding is issued after the project is fully built and operational.
- The project must meet all required regulatory approvals before work begins.
- Claims must be supported by paid invoices and proof of payment.
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Frequently Asked Questions about the FRWIP — Small Dams Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the FRWIP — Small Dams. 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 — Small Dams?
This program provides rebates for small dam projects that develop secure agricultural water sources in Saskatchewan. It supports new dam construction and related eligible costs for agricultural use, with up to $75,000 per applicant.
How much funding can be received?
FRWIP — Small Dams Funds up to 50% of admissible expenses, capped at $75,000 per project.
Who is eligible for the FRWIP — Small Dams program?
To be eligible for the FRWIP — Small Dams program, you must:
Agricultural water use required.
Small dam under 2.5 m.
Pre-approval before construction.
What expenses are eligible under FRWIP — Small Dams?
Construction of new small dams for agricultural water supply.
New small dam projects that support livestock, irrigation, crop spraying, horticulture, or grazing management.
Multi-producer small dam projects shared by eligible agricultural applicants.
Who can I contact for more information about the FRWIP — Small Dams?
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 — Small Dams available?
The FRWIP — Small Dams program is available the province of Saskatchewan.
Is the FRWIP — Small Dams a grant, loan, or tax credit?
FRWIP — Small Dams is a Grant and Funding
