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Natural Heritage Conservation Program - Land Trust Conservation Fund
Funding for private land conservation projects
Last Update: June 7, 2026
Funding available
$ 5,000 - $ 1,000,000
Timeline
- Open Date : February 26, 2021
- Closing date : March 19, 2021
Location
Alberta, British Columbia, Manitoba, New Brunswick, Nova Scotia, Northwest Territories, Nunavut, Ontario, Prince Edward Island, Quebec, Saskatchewan, Yukon, Canada
Overview
Supports land conservation projects across Canada through land acquisition and conservation agreements. Maximum funding ranges from $50,001 to $1,000,000 per project, with matching funds required.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Increase social or community impact
- Implement environmental initiatives
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 1,000,000 $
- Minimum amount : 5,000 $
Timeline
- Open Date : February 26, 2021
- Closing date : March 19, 2021
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Alberta, British Columbia, Manitoba, New Brunswick, Nova Scotia, Northwest Territories, Nunavut, Ontario, Prince Edward Island, Quebec, Saskatchewan, Yukon
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
- Acquisition of private lands
- Establishment of conservation easements or agreements
- Projects that protect habitats and improve ecological connectivity
- Projects that support protected areas or other effective conservation measures
Documents Needed
- Completed application form
- Project budget template
- Property map and lot grid
- Appraisal or valuation support
- Signed agreement or letter of intent
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Canadian land trusts
- Canadian conservation organizations
- Registered Canadian charities working in land conservation
Who is not eligible
- Organizations that are not registered Canadian charities
- Organizations that are not Canadian conservation organizations
- Projects relying on federal funds as matching contributions
Eligible expenses
- Land purchase or conservation agreement costs
- Legal, title, and registration fees
- Appraisal, survey, and due diligence costs
- Staff, contractor, and travel costs directly tied to the project
- Communication, office, and equipment rental costs
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Lobbying activities
- Taxes and refundable sales taxes
- Costs incurred before April 1, 2022
- Audit costs covered by the program grant
- Projects using federal funds as matching funds
Eligible geographic areas
- Canada
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed by Wildlife Habitat Canada.
- Eligible large applications may also be reviewed by an external committee.
- Applicants are notified by email of approval or refusal.
- Approved applicants must sign a funding agreement.
- Final payment is made after required reports and verification are approved.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Natural Heritage Conservation Program - Land Trust Conservation Fund Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Natural Heritage Conservation Program - Land Trust Conservation Fund. 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 Natural Heritage Conservation Program - Land Trust Conservation Fund?
Supports land conservation projects across Canada through land acquisition and conservation agreements. Maximum funding ranges from $50,001 to $1,000,000 per project, with matching funds required.
How much funding can be received?
Natural Heritage Conservation Program - Land Trust Conservation Fund Funds up to $1,000,000 of admissible expenses.
What is the deadline to apply?
The application deadline for this grant program was March 19, 2021.
Who is eligible for the Natural Heritage Conservation Program - Land Trust Conservation Fund program?
To be eligible for the Natural Heritage Conservation Program - Land Trust Conservation Fund program, you must:
Canadian conservation organization
Registered Canadian charity
Project closes in 2025
What expenses are eligible under Natural Heritage Conservation Program - Land Trust Conservation Fund?
Acquisition of private lands
Establishment of conservation easements or agreements
Projects that protect habitats and improve ecological connectivity
Projects that support protected areas or other effective conservation measures
Who can I contact for more information about the Natural Heritage Conservation Program - Land Trust Conservation Fund?
You can contact Wildlife Habitat Canada (WHC) by email at grants@whc.org or by phone at none.
Where is the Natural Heritage Conservation Program - Land Trust Conservation Fund available?
The Natural Heritage Conservation Program - Land Trust Conservation Fund program is available the province of Alberta, British Columbia, Manitoba, New Brunswick, Nova Scotia, Northwest Territories, Nunavut, Ontario, Prince Edward Island, Quebec, Saskatchewan, Yukon.