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Great Lakes Freshwater Ecosystem Initiative — Reducing Releases of Harmful Chemicals
Supports projects reducing harmful chemical releases
Last Update: May 12, 2026
Funding available
$ 200,000
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Canada
Overview
This program supports projects that reduce harmful chemical releases into the Great Lakes and improve understanding of chemicals of mutual concern or emerging contaminants. The maximum funding amount is $200,000 per project, and eligible activities include innovative approaches, implementation, assessment, promotion, and related knowledge-building work.
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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 : 200,000 $
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Manufacturing
- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Administrative and support, waste management and remediation services
- Educational services
- Other services (except public administration)
- Public administration
Location
- Canada
Legal structures
- All legal structures
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Projects that reduce releases of harmful chemicals from Canadian sources in the Great Lakes basin
- Projects that develop, implement, assess, or promote innovative approaches to reduce releases of chemicals of mutual concern
- Projects that improve understanding of chemicals of mutual concern or emerging contaminants and their impacts on the Great Lakes ecosystem
Documents Needed
- Completed online application form
- Project work plan
- Evaluation plan and performance measures
- Project budget
- Supporting letters for financial or in-kind contributions, if applicable
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Indigenous organizations, governments, communities, associations, authorities, boards, and commissions
- Municipal and local governments, including Conservation Authorities
- Not-for-profit organizations
- Research, academic, and educational institutions
- For-profit organizations
Who is not eligible
- Individuals
- Provincial government agencies
Eligible expenses
- Human resource costs, including salaries and benefits
- Professional services, travel, materials, printing, equipment, vehicles, and contractors
- A reasonable share of overhead and administrative costs
- Non-reimbursable GST/HST and PST related to the project
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Any costs not directly attributed to carrying out the project
- Any costs not specifically allowed, unless approved in writing at project approval
Eligible geographic areas
- The Canadian portion of the Great Lakes basin
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are first reviewed administratively for completeness and eligibility.
- Eligible proposals are then evaluated by the Canada Water Agency against program criteria.
- Applicants are notified in writing once approvals in principle are confirmed.
- Approved projects proceed to a Contribution Agreement before funding is finalized.
Additional information
- Applications had to be complete to be reviewed.
- Projects with other funding or in-kind support were scored favourably.
- Additional material could be included if clearly referenced in the application.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Great Lakes Freshwater Ecosystem Initiative — Reducing Releases of Harmful Chemicals Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Great Lakes Freshwater Ecosystem Initiative — Reducing Releases of Harmful Chemicals. 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 — Reducing Releases of Harmful Chemicals?
This program supports projects that reduce harmful chemical releases into the Great Lakes and improve understanding of chemicals of mutual concern or emerging contaminants. The maximum funding amount is $200,000 per project, and eligible activities include innovative approaches, implementation, assessment, promotion, and related knowledge-building work.
How much funding can be received?
Great Lakes Freshwater Ecosystem Initiative — Reducing Releases of Harmful Chemicals Funds up to $200,000 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Great Lakes Freshwater Ecosystem Initiative — Reducing Releases of Harmful Chemicals program?
To be eligible for the Great Lakes Freshwater Ecosystem Initiative — Reducing Releases of Harmful Chemicals program, you must:
Canadian organizations only
Project in the Canadian Great Lakes basin
Project targets a CMC or emerging contaminant
What expenses are eligible under Great Lakes Freshwater Ecosystem Initiative — Reducing Releases of Harmful Chemicals?
Projects that reduce releases of harmful chemicals from Canadian sources in the Great Lakes basin
Projects that develop, implement, assess, or promote innovative approaches to reduce releases of chemicals of mutual concern
Projects that improve understanding of chemicals of mutual concern or emerging contaminants and their impacts on the Great Lakes ecosystem
Who can I contact for more information about the Great Lakes Freshwater Ecosystem Initiative — Reducing Releases of Harmful Chemicals?
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 — Reducing Releases of Harmful Chemicals available?
The Great Lakes Freshwater Ecosystem Initiative — Reducing Releases of Harmful Chemicals program is available across Canada.
Is the Great Lakes Freshwater Ecosystem Initiative — Reducing Releases of Harmful Chemicals a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Great Lakes Freshwater Ecosystem Initiative — Reducing Releases of Harmful Chemicals is a Grant and Funding