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Huron Clean Water Project (HCWP)
Funding for water quality stewardship projects
Last Update: April 29, 2026
Funding available
$ 6,000
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Ontario, Canada
Overview
The Huron Clean Water Project provides up to 50% funding for voluntary stewardship projects that improve water quality in Huron County. It supports activities such as erosion control, wetland creation, tree planting, livestock exclusion, well decommissioning, and other water protection projects.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Implement environmental initiatives
- Reduce environmental footprint
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 6,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Construction
- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Educational services
- Public administration
Location
- Ontario
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
- Erosion control and streambank protection
- Wetland creation and rural stormwater management
- Tree planting, windbreaks, and buffer strips
- Livestock fencing, crossings, and watering systems
- Well upgrades, well decommissioning, and manure storage removal
Documents Needed
- Completed project application form
- Site plan or project sketch
- Project design and sizing sheets, where required
- Supporting documents for permits or approvals, where required
- Disclosure of other funding sources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Huron County farmers
- Huron County landowners
- Huron County businesses
- Huron County community organizations
Eligible expenses
- Licensed contractor fees and related labour
- Project materials and equipment rental
- Site preparation, construction, and maintenance work included in the project plan
- Design, engineering, and planning costs for approved projects
- Seedlings, plants, fencing, and other eligible project materials
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Permits
- Applicant, family, or business labour and machinery
- HST when the applicant can claim a rebate
- Projects or costs that do not provide water quality benefits
Eligible geographic areas
- Huron County, Ontario
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed by the program Review Committee.
- New projects are preferred and older invoices may affect consideration.
- Applicants may need approvals before work begins.
- Approved projects may require a management agreement or follow-up conditions.
- Applicants must keep records and complete any required documentation after completion.
Additional information
- Funding can be combined with other cost-share programs.
- Grant rates are reviewed annually and may change.
- Applicants must disclose all other funding sources.
- Some projects require a long-term management agreement.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Huron Clean Water Project (HCWP) Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Huron Clean Water Project (HCWP). 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 Huron Clean Water Project (HCWP)?
The Huron Clean Water Project provides up to 50% funding for voluntary stewardship projects that improve water quality in Huron County. It supports activities such as erosion control, wetland creation, tree planting, livestock exclusion, well decommissioning, and other water protection projects.
How much funding can be received?
Huron Clean Water Project (HCWP) Funds up to 50% of admissible expenses, capped at $6,000 per project.
Who is eligible for the Huron Clean Water Project (HCWP) program?
To be eligible for the Huron Clean Water Project (HCWP) program, you must:
Water quality benefits required
Eligible HCWP project category
Huron County-based applicant
What expenses are eligible under Huron Clean Water Project (HCWP)?
Erosion control and streambank protection
Wetland creation and rural stormwater management
Tree planting, windbreaks, and buffer strips
Livestock fencing, crossings, and watering systems
Well upgrades, well decommissioning, and manure storage removal
Who can I contact for more information about the Huron Clean Water Project (HCWP)?
You can contact County of Huron by email at bvandieten@mvca.on.ca or by phone at 519-335-3557.
Where is the Huron Clean Water Project (HCWP) available?
The Huron Clean Water Project (HCWP) program is available the province of Ontario.
Is the Huron Clean Water Project (HCWP) a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Huron Clean Water Project (HCWP) is a Other Support