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Joyce Gemmell Jessen Habitat Conservation Fund
Supports Saskatchewan habitat conservation projects
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Latest source updateLast Update: July 6, 2026Latest change: The fund page now shows a new deadline of August 3, 2026 and higher grant amounts of $34,000 for projects and $70,000 for land acquisition/conservation.View change
Latest source update
Last Update: July 6, 2026
Latest change: The fund page now shows a new deadline of August 3, 2026 and higher grant amounts of $34,000 for projects and $70,000 for land acquisition/conservation.
Deadline and grant amounts updated
The Joyce Gemmell Jessen Habitat Conservation Fund now shows a grant deadline of August 3, 2026 at 11:59pm, replacing the prior August 1, 2025 deadline. The listed grant amounts also increased from $17,000 to $34,000 for projects and from $35,000 to $70,000 for land acquisition/conservation. The page also adds new logo and recognition guidance with downloadable files, while the core applicant eligibility and portal language appear unchanged.
Funding available
$ 70,000
Deadline
Closed
Location
Saskatchewan, Canada
Overview
The Joyce Gemmell Jessen Habitat Conservation Fund supports projects that preserve and conserve Saskatchewan’s native flora and fauna, with grants up to $34,000 for projects and up to $70,000 for land acquisition or conservation. It prioritizes land acquisition, prairie restoration, and habitat preservation.
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At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Reduce environmental footprint
- Raise awareness or mobilize a population
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 70,000 $
Funds Providers
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Saskatchewan
Legal structures
- Non-profit
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Environment
Target groups
- Nonprofits / charities
Revenue structures
- 100% donations / grants
Scope
- National
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Projects that preserve and conserve Saskatchewan’s native flora and fauna
- Land acquisition or conservation
Documents Needed
- Complete and submitted Online Application Form
- Project budget – Grant Budget & Cost Form (revenues and expenses must equal to "0")
- Project Plan (one page document that outlines the implementation of the project with key activities and timelines)
- Annual financial statements, preferably audited if the organization has been in existence for more than a year; copy of your most recent annual report, if available
- Agreement with partner (re. charitable status), if applicable; any other relevant materials, in electronic form, ready for upload
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Registered charities
- Qualified donees as defined in the Income Tax Act (Canada)
- Organizations with an affiliation agreement and a letter of endorsement from a qualified donee such as a registered municipality
Who is not eligible
- Organizations with any overdue reporting may be ineligible to apply to or receive new funds from the Foundation
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Operating or capital deficits
- Publication of books, magazines, films, tapes or other media of communication, including funding computers and computer software
- Establishment of endowment funds and investment
- Retroactive funding for past project expenses
- Individuals, political activities, and continuing or multi-year commitments
Selection criteria
- Priority is given to proposals related to land acquisition, prairie restoration, habitat preservation, natural wildlife and ecosystem conservation, and K-12 ecosystem education
- Preference is given to projects that affect work at the local level, encourage local partnerships, and leverage additional sources of funding
How to apply
- Submissions are to be made by using our Online Grant Portal.
- Create a login profile with your contact information and that of your organization.
- Before applying, please review the application guidelines and contact the Foundation if you'd like to verify your eligibility.
- Download and complete the required Grant Budget & Cost Form to prepare for uploading it as part of your application.
- Have your Financial Statements and Annual Report ready to upload as part of a complete application.
- Have any other relevant materials, in electronic form, ready for upload.
Processing and Agreement
- The Foundation may request additional details if necessary.
- Applications are assessed by the Fund Advisor.
- Final decisions are approved by the Foundation.
- The Foundation will inform applicants of its final decision by email.
- Successful grantees are required to submit a Final Grant Report within twelve (12) months of the date the grant was processed.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Joyce Gemmell Jessen Habitat Conservation Fund Program
What is the Joyce Gemmell Jessen Habitat Conservation Fund?
The Joyce Gemmell Jessen Habitat Conservation Fund supports projects that preserve and conserve Saskatchewan’s native flora and fauna, with grants up to $34,000 for projects and up to $70,000 for land acquisition or conservation. It prioritizes land acquisition, prairie restoration, and habitat preservation.
How much funding can be received?
Joyce Gemmell Jessen Habitat Conservation Fund Funds up to $70,000 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Joyce Gemmell Jessen Habitat Conservation Fund program?
To be eligible for the Joyce Gemmell Jessen Habitat Conservation Fund program, you must:
Registered charity, qualified donee, or an organization with an affiliation agreement and a letter of endorsement from a qualified donee such as a registered municipality
What expenses are eligible under Joyce Gemmell Jessen Habitat Conservation Fund?
Projects that preserve and conserve Saskatchewan’s native flora and fauna
Land acquisition or conservation
Who can I contact for more information about the Joyce Gemmell Jessen Habitat Conservation Fund?
You can contact South Saskatchewan Community Foundation, Inc. by email at grants@saskfoundation.ca or by phone at +1-877-751-4756.
Where is the Joyce Gemmell Jessen Habitat Conservation Fund available?
The Joyce Gemmell Jessen Habitat Conservation Fund program is available the province of Saskatchewan.
Is the Joyce Gemmell Jessen Habitat Conservation Fund a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Joyce Gemmell Jessen Habitat Conservation Fund is a Grant and Funding