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FRWIP — Water Development Projects

Agricultural water infrastructure rebates

Sustainable Canadian Agricultural Partnership (SCAP)

Last Update: April 9, 2026

Funding available

$ 250 - $ 150,000

Timeline

Closing date : December 31, 2027

Location

Saskatchewan, Canada

Overview

This program offers 50% rebates of up to $150,000, with certain rural water utility connections for primary producers capped at $75,000. It supports secure and sustainable agricultural water sources through community water developments and connections to non-potable rural water utilities.

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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 : 150,000 $
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

Non-profit
Public or Parapublic institution
For-profit business
Sole proprietorship
Non-financial cooperative

Annual revenue

$ 50,000 minimum revenue

Organisation size

All organization sizes

Audience

Indigenous Peoples

Non-profit candidates

Sector of operation

Environment
Economic, Social and Community Development

Target groups

Indigenous peoples
Rural / Remote communities
Business owners / entrepreneurs

Revenue structures

All structures

Scope

Municipal
Provincial

Next steps

Determine your project

Validate your eligibility

Activities funded

Community water development for agricultural use.
Community wells or dugouts with tank loading facilities.
Increasing storage capacity at an existing community well with tank loading facility.
Connections to non-potable rural water utilities.

Documents Needed

Completed pre-approval application form.
Landowner authorization, if the project is on land not owned by the applicant.
Municipal council resolution, for rural municipalities.
Supporting permits and approvals, such as WSA approvals or AHPP, where applicable.
Proof of gross farm income, for primary agricultural producers.

Eligibility

Who is eligible?

First Nation Bands
Crown Land Pasture Grazing Associations
Rural Municipalities
Primary agricultural producers, including individuals, partnerships, co-operatives, and corporations

Who is not eligible

Potable water utility projects.
Projects for household, washing, or toilet use only.
Applicants that cannot demonstrate agricultural water use.

Eligible expenses

Permit, licence, and consultant or engineering fees.
Groundwater test holes, well drilling, dugouts, trenching, piping, pumps, plumbing, and permanently installed water storage tanks.
Permanent fencing, watering appliances, and related installation or freight.
Power infrastructure, solar or wind watering systems, and water monitoring equipment.
In-kind labour and machinery/equipment, plus connection fees for non-potable rural water utilities or community water development infrastructure.

Ineligible Costs and Activities

Projects started before October 1, 2022, or invoices not issued in the applicant’s name.
Potable water utility connections and water used only for household, washing, or toilet needs.
Generators, gas or diesel pumps, standalone solar livestock pumps, water meters, and water quality treatment systems.
Undersized or non-permanent water storage tanks, above-ground pipelines, and non-permanent fencing.
Land purchase, easements, taxes, financing or legal fees, repairs and maintenance, used or inventory materials, in-kind freight or applicant-owned materials, and costs already funded elsewhere.

Eligible geographic areas

Saskatchewan

Processing and Agreement

Applications are reviewed for eligibility and required approvals.
Additional information or supporting records may be requested during assessment.
If pre-approved, claim forms are issued to the applicant.
After the project is completed and operational for agricultural use, the funding claim can be submitted.
The ministry may request receipts, proof of payment, photos, inspections, or audits.

Contacts

agprograms@gov.sk.ca

1-866-457-2377

Frequently Asked Questions about the FRWIP — Water Development Projects Program

Here are answers to the most common questions about the FRWIP — Water Development Projects. 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 — Water Development Projects?

How much funding can be received?

FRWIP — Water Development Projects Funds up to 50% of admissible expenses, capped at $150,000 per project.

Who is eligible for the FRWIP — Water Development Projects program?

To be eligible for the FRWIP — Water Development Projects program, you must: Eligible Saskatchewan-based applicant Agricultural water use required Pre-approval required before funding

What expenses are eligible under FRWIP — Water Development Projects?

Community water development for agricultural use. Community wells or dugouts with tank loading facilities. Increasing storage capacity at an existing community well with tank loading facility. Connections to non-potable rural water utilities.