Habitat Stewardship Program for Species at Risk

Q: How much funding can be received?

There is no informations about how much funding can be received.

Q: What is the deadline to apply?

The deadline to apply is not specified.

Q: Is the Habitat Stewardship Program for Species at Risk a grant, loan, or tax credit?

Habitat Stewardship Program for Species at Risk is a Grant and Funding

Q: Who are the financial supporters of the Habitat Stewardship Program for Species at Risk?

Habitat Stewardship Program for Species at Risk is funded by Environment and Climate Change Canada (ECCC)

Q: Who is eligible for the Habitat Stewardship Program for Species at Risk program?

To be eligible for the Habitat Stewardship Program for Species at Risk program, you must: • Project must contribute to recovery objectives of species at risk listed on Schedule 1 of the Species at Risk Act. • Applicant must be a Canadian organization.

Q: Who can I contact for more information about the Habitat Stewardship Program for Species at Risk?

You can contact Environment and Climate Change Canada (ECCC) by email at PIH-HSP@ec.gc.ca or by phone at 581-703-2747.

Q: Where is the Habitat Stewardship Program for Species at Risk available?

The Habitat Stewardship Program for Species at Risk program is available the province of Quebec.

Last Update: October 28, 2025

QC, Canada

Funding for projects supporting recovery of species at risk

At a glance

Eligible Funding

No Condition

Timeline

Closing date : November 13, 2025

Financing Type

Grant and Funding

Eligible Industries

Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Professional, scientific and technical services
Educational services
Other services (except public administration)
Public administration

Funds Providers

Environment and Climate Change Canada (ECCC)

Program status

Open

Overview

The Habitat Stewardship Program for Species at Risk provides funding to support projects that protect and recover species at risk and their habitats in Canada. The program funds activities such as terrestrial and aquatic stewardship initiatives, habitat restoration, and community engagement to prevent species from becoming a conservation concern; maximum funding amounts are not specified.

Activities funded

Implementation of projects that contribute directly to the recovery objectives and population goals of species at risk listed under the Species at Risk Act.
Undertaking habitat stewardship initiatives that prevent additional species from becoming conservation concerns.
Engaging in stewardship activities that deliver tangible and measurable conservation benefits for species at risk.

Eligibility

The project must contribute directly to the recovery objectives and population goals of species at risk listed on Schedule 1 of the Species at Risk Act.
The applicant must be based in Canada and submit a project that supports habitat stewardship for species at risk.
Applications must propose initiatives that deliver tangible and measurable conservation benefits related to species at risk.

Who is eligible?

Canadians (individuals or organizations) involved in habitat stewardship projects
Regional environmental groups

Eligible geographic areas

Newfoundland and Labrador
Nova Scotia
Prince Edward Island
New Brunswick
Quebec
Ontario
Manitoba
Saskatchewan
Alberta
British Columbia
Yukon
Northwest Territories
Nunavut

How to apply

Verify project eligibility

Review the HSP eligibility criteria to confirm your project's alignment
Ensure your project supports species at risk or prevents others from becoming conservation concerns

Prepare your application

Consult the How to apply section for submission requirements
Gather all required documentation and information
Follow guidelines outlined in the applicant guide

Complete online application form

Complete the online application via the Grants and Contributions Enterprise Management System (GCEMS)
Ensure all parts of the form are filled accurately and attachments are uploaded

Validate and finalize submission

Review the application in its entirety for completeness
Verify all required information and documents are included

Submit your application

Submit your complete application before November 13, 2025, at 2:00 p.m. Eastern Time
Retain confirmation of submission for your records

Additional information

The call for applications for projects starting in 2026-2027 is open and will close on November 13, 2025, at 2:00 p.m. Eastern time.
The program supports both terrestrial and aquatic stewardship projects, administered by different federal departments.
An online system, GCEMS (Grants and Contributions Enterprise Management System), is used for application submission.
Regional HSP coordinators are available to answer questions during regular business hours, local time.

Contacts

PIH-HSP@ec.gc.ca

581-703-2747

QC, Canada

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Frequently Asked Questions about the Habitat Stewardship Program for Species at Risk Program

Here are answers to the most common questions about the Habitat Stewardship Program for Species at Risk. 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.