Open
Last Update: June 19, 2026
Funding available
$ 50,000
Timeline
- Open continuously
Location
British Columbia, Canada
Overview
The Heritage Legacy Fund supports heritage projects in British Columbia for registered not-for-profit organizations, local governments, First Nations governments and organizations, and school boards. It funds conservation, awareness, planning, and Indigenous partnership work, including restoration, research, plans, interpretation, and collaborative reconciliation initiatives.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Conduct research and development activities
- Reach a new target audience
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 50,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Timeline
- Open continuously
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Public administration
Location
- British Columbia
Legal structures
- Non-profit
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Canadians
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Culture and Arts
- Primary and Secondary Education
- Civic and Advocacy Organizations
Target groups
- All the groups
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- All dimensions
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Preservation, rehabilitation, or restoration of a heritage place, including archaeological sites
- Research, documentation, interpretation, presentation, and publication to increase public appreciation and understanding of community heritage
- Production of plans and documents supporting heritage conservation and awareness initiatives
- Collaborative reconciliation projects that include Indigenous perspectives, histories, languages, heritage values, and ways of knowing
Documents Needed
- Statement of Significance, if one exists
- Letters of support, as referenced in the application worksheet
- Funding report with before and after photographs, invoices, receipts, and other materials specified in the agreement
- Certificate of insurance naming the Dogwood Heritage Society of BC as additional insured
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Registered societies, including non-profits and charities
- Local governments
- First Nations governments and organizations
- School boards
- Religious organizations that own heritage assets and can demonstrate an active role in regular, broad-based, inclusive, community-supported programs or services
Who is not eligible
- Individuals
- Unregistered organizations
- Private businesses
- BC Government agencies
Eligible expenses
- Eligible project costs that are matched one-for-one with other revenue sources
- Project expenses supported by paid invoices or receipts
- In-kind contributions such as donated materials and volunteer time
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- GST/HST
- Expenses incurred prior to the end of the application period
Eligible geographic areas
- British Columbia
Selection criteria
- Applications are evaluated in part on their merit compared to other projects.
- Strategic benefit to raise awareness in the community and in British Columbia is considered.
- Projects may be judged on whether they are particularly innovative or address an important issue with wider application or consequences for heritage conservation.
- Community support and endorsement are considered.
- Plans to promote awareness of the project and its benefits are considered.
How to apply
1
Review eligibility
- Review the Granting Guidelines and application worksheet.
- Confirm that your organization and project meet the eligibility requirements.
2
Complete eligibility check
- Complete the online eligibility check at least two weeks before the deadline.
- Wait for Heritage BC staff to confirm whether you are eligible and issue a project number and access to the online application form.
3
Prepare application
- Prepare the full application using the online form and required supporting information.
- Include project details, budget, contractor quotes, supporting documents, and any required approvals.
4
Submit application
- Submit the full application by the posted application deadline.
- Applications are then intaken and processed by Heritage BC.
5
Await results
- Wait while applications are reviewed by independent assessment panels organized by stream.
- Heritage BC Board reviews and ratifies the recommendations before applicants are notified.
Processing and Agreement
- Grant recipients must sign a funding agreement.
- Funding agreements must be returned to Heritage BC within 30 days of notification.
- Final payments are released only after Heritage BC accepts the award report in the prescribed form.
- Grant recipients must submit a funding report after the work is completed, and Heritage BC may request an interim report at any time until the project is complete.
- Projects are not complete until Heritage BC accepts the funding report.
Additional information
- Applicants must complete an online eligibility check before submitting a full application.
- Eligible applicants are invited to submit a full application by the specified deadline.
- Heritage BC accepts applications once per year.
- Successful applicants are required to maintain Heritage BC membership for the duration of the funded work.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Heritage Legacy Fund Program
What is the Heritage Legacy Fund?
The Heritage Legacy Fund supports heritage projects in British Columbia for registered not-for-profit organizations, local governments, First Nations governments and organizations, and school boards. It funds conservation, awareness, planning, and Indigenous partnership work, including restoration, research, plans, interpretation, and collaborative reconciliation initiatives.
How much funding can be received?
Heritage Legacy Fund Funds up to 50% of admissible expenses, capped at $50,000 per project.
Who is eligible for the Heritage Legacy Fund program?
To be eligible for the Heritage Legacy Fund program, you must:
The applicant must be a current Heritage BC member.
The applicant must be up to date with all grant reporting to Heritage BC.
The project must be undertaken in British Columbia.
What expenses are eligible under Heritage Legacy Fund?
Preservation, rehabilitation, or restoration of a heritage place, including archaeological sites
Research, documentation, interpretation, presentation, and publication to increase public appreciation and understanding of community heritage
Production of plans and documents supporting heritage conservation and awareness initiatives
Collaborative reconciliation projects that include Indigenous perspectives, histories, languages, heritage values, and ways of knowing
Where is the Heritage Legacy Fund available?
The Heritage Legacy Fund program is available the province of British Columbia.
Who are the financial supporters of the Heritage Legacy Fund?
Heritage Legacy Fund is funded by Heritage BC