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Great Lakes Freshwater Ecosystem Initiative: Preventing toxic and nuisance algae — Lake Erie Precision Conservation sub-stream
Funding for Lake Erie phosphorus reduction projects
Last Update: May 12, 2026
Funding available
$ 5,000,000
Timeline
- Closing date : January 29, 2024
Location
Ontario
Overview
This program supports projects that reduce phosphorus losses to Lake Erie and help prevent toxic and nuisance algae. The maximum funding is $5 million per year, and eligible activities include precision conservation measures, strategic science and monitoring, and outreach to promote best management practices.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Enhance an existing program
- Implement environmental initiatives
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 5,000,000 $
Timeline
- Closing date : January 29, 2024
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Location
- Ontario
Legal structures
- All legal structures
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Indigenous Peoples
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Implement precision conservation actions to reduce phosphorus losses in targeted locations.
- Increase natural cover on private lands through measures such as wetland restoration and riparian buffers.
- Use strategic science and monitoring to assess phosphorus reduction results.
- Carry out outreach and engagement to encourage wider adoption of best management practices.
Documents Needed
- Letter of Intent form
- Project summary information
- Project budget and annual funding breakdown
- Evaluation plan and performance measures
- Supporting material, if provided
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Canadian conservation authorities
- Indigenous organizations, governments, individuals, boards, commissions, communities, associations, and authorities
- Municipalities
- Not-for-profit organizations, including charities, volunteer groups, professional associations, and NGOs
Who is not eligible
- Provincial government agencies
Eligible expenses
- Staff salaries and benefits
- Professional services, including accounting, monitoring, communications, translation, audit and legal fees
- Travel, materials and supplies, printing, and distribution
- Equipment purchase or rental, vehicle rental and operation, and contractors
- Overhead, eligible taxes, and other pre-approved project-related costs
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Projects focused on water quantity issues
- Projects outside the defined geographical area
- Projects aimed at increasing production or replacing equipment
- Normal operating activities, commercial expansion, or lobbying activities
- Wastewater infrastructure projects
Eligible geographic areas
- Lake Erie Canadian watershed
- Thames River watershed
- Sydenham River watershed
- Leamington tributaries watersheds
Processing and Agreement
- Letters of Intent were first reviewed for completeness and eligibility.
- Eligible proposals were then evaluated by ECCC against the program criteria.
- External advisors could be consulted, but ECCC made the approval decision.
- Successful applicants would negotiate a contribution agreement with ECCC.
Additional information
- Letters of Intent had to be submitted online through ECCC’s Single Window and GCEMS portal.
- Incomplete Letters of Intent were not reviewed.
- Successful applicants would continue through contribution agreement negotiations with ECCC.
- Supporting material such as photos or maps could be included if clearly referenced in the application.
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Frequently Asked Questions about the Great Lakes Freshwater Ecosystem Initiative: Preventing toxic and nuisance algae — Lake Erie Precision Conservation sub-stream Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Great Lakes Freshwater Ecosystem Initiative: Preventing toxic and nuisance algae — Lake Erie Precision Conservation sub-stream. 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 Great Lakes Freshwater Ecosystem Initiative: Preventing toxic and nuisance algae — Lake Erie Precision Conservation sub-stream?
This program supports projects that reduce phosphorus losses to Lake Erie and help prevent toxic and nuisance algae. The maximum funding is $5 million per year, and eligible activities include precision conservation measures, strategic science and monitoring, and outreach to promote best management practices.
How much funding can be received?
Great Lakes Freshwater Ecosystem Initiative: Preventing toxic and nuisance algae — Lake Erie Precision Conservation sub-stream Funds up to $5,000,000 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Great Lakes Freshwater Ecosystem Initiative: Preventing toxic and nuisance algae — Lake Erie Precision Conservation sub-stream program?
To be eligible for the Great Lakes Freshwater Ecosystem Initiative: Preventing toxic and nuisance algae — Lake Erie Precision Conservation sub-stream program, you must:
Project must reduce phosphorus loads to Lake Erie.
Project must be in the Lake Erie Canadian watershed.
Applicant must show relevant expertise.
What expenses are eligible under Great Lakes Freshwater Ecosystem Initiative: Preventing toxic and nuisance algae — Lake Erie Precision Conservation sub-stream?
Implement precision conservation actions to reduce phosphorus losses in targeted locations.
Increase natural cover on private lands through measures such as wetland restoration and riparian buffers.
Use strategic science and monitoring to assess phosphorus reduction results.
Carry out outreach and engagement to encourage wider adoption of best management practices.
Who can I contact for more information about the Great Lakes Freshwater Ecosystem Initiative: Preventing toxic and nuisance algae — Lake Erie Precision Conservation sub-stream?
You can contact Government of Canada by email at GreatLakes-GrandsLacs@cwa-aec.gc.ca or by phone at none.
Where is the Great Lakes Freshwater Ecosystem Initiative: Preventing toxic and nuisance algae — Lake Erie Precision Conservation sub-stream available?
The Great Lakes Freshwater Ecosystem Initiative: Preventing toxic and nuisance algae — Lake Erie Precision Conservation sub-stream program is available the province of Ontario.
Is the Great Lakes Freshwater Ecosystem Initiative: Preventing toxic and nuisance algae — Lake Erie Precision Conservation sub-stream a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Great Lakes Freshwater Ecosystem Initiative: Preventing toxic and nuisance algae — Lake Erie Precision Conservation sub-stream is a Grant and Funding