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Habitat Stewardship Program for Species at Risk
Funding for projects supporting recovery of species at risk
Last Update: March 4, 2026
Funding available
No Condition
Timeline
- Closing date : November 13, 2025
Location
Quebec, Canada
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.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Reduce environmental footprint
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Timeline
- Closing date : November 13, 2025
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Educational services
- Other services (except public administration)
- Public administration
Location
- Quebec
Legal structures
- All legal structures
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Canadians
Next steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
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
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
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
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.
What is the Habitat Stewardship Program for Species at Risk?
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.
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.
What expenses are eligible under Habitat Stewardship Program for Species at Risk?
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.
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.
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.
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
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)
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