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Manitoba Schools Lighting Initiative
Funding for energy-efficient school lighting upgrades
Last Update: April 27, 2026
Funding available
$ 100
Timeline
- Open Date : February 13, 2026
- Closing date : April 13, 2026
Location
Manitoba
Overview
This program provides up to 100% funding for energy-efficient lighting upgrades in Manitoba schools. It supports eligible LED lighting, lighting controls, and related labour costs for retrofit projects.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Implement environmental initiatives
- Reduce environmental footprint
- Renovate or adapt facilities
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 100 $
- Up to 100% of project cost
Timeline
- Open Date : February 13, 2026
- Closing date : April 13, 2026
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Educational services
Location
- Manitoba
Legal structures
- Public or Parapublic institution
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
- Energy-efficient lighting retrofit for existing K–12 schools
- Replacement of inefficient lighting with eligible LED lighting
- Installation of lighting controls meeting the Manitoba Energy Code for Buildings
Documents Needed
- Expression of Interest form
- Project quote, if available
- Invoices for completed work
- Completion documents
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- K–12 schools in Manitoba
- Independent schools
- School divisions and school representatives
- Suppliers acting on behalf of a school
- Hutterite Colony schools
Who is not eligible
- Home schools
- Home-based education programs
- New schools or new construction projects
Eligible expenses
- Eligible LED lighting
- Lighting controls
- Associated labour costs
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- New construction projects
- Work started before official approval
- Materials purchased before approval
Eligible geographic areas
- Manitoba
- Urban, rural, northern, and First Nation communities
Processing and Agreement
- Expressions of Interest are reviewed and evaluated after submission
- Projects are scored using a consistent scoring system
- Selection results are communicated by May 15, 2026
- Selected schools are invited to submit a full application
- Projects require official approval before purchases or work begin
Additional information
- Projects not selected in the first intake remain in the queue for future selection periods.
- Applicants must disclose any other funding received for the same lighting project.
- Funding is paid after installation, once invoices and completion documents are submitted.
- Schools must receive official approval before buying materials or starting work.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Manitoba Schools Lighting Initiative Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Manitoba Schools Lighting Initiative. 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 Manitoba Schools Lighting Initiative?
This program provides up to 100% funding for energy-efficient lighting upgrades in Manitoba schools. It supports eligible LED lighting, lighting controls, and related labour costs for retrofit projects.
How much funding can be received?
Manitoba Schools Lighting Initiative Funds up to 100% of admissible expenses, capped at $100 per project.
What is the deadline to apply?
The application deadline for this grant program was April 13, 2026.
Who is eligible for the Manitoba Schools Lighting Initiative program?
To be eligible for the Manitoba Schools Lighting Initiative program, you must:
K–12 school in Manitoba
Lighting retrofit project
LED lighting and controls
What expenses are eligible under Manitoba Schools Lighting Initiative?
Energy-efficient lighting retrofit for existing K–12 schools
Replacement of inefficient lighting with eligible LED lighting
Installation of lighting controls meeting the Manitoba Energy Code for Buildings
Who can I contact for more information about the Manitoba Schools Lighting Initiative?
You can contact Municipality of West Elgin by email at lighting@efficiencyMB.ca or by phone at none.
Where is the Manitoba Schools Lighting Initiative available?
The Manitoba Schools Lighting Initiative program is available the province of Manitoba.