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Nature Inspiration Awards

Q: How much funding can be received?

Nature Inspiration Awards Funds up to $5,000 of admissible expenses.

Q: Who can I contact for more information about the Nature Inspiration Awards?

You can contact Canadian Museum of Nature.

Q: Where is the Nature Inspiration Awards available?

The Nature Inspiration Awards program is available across Canada.

Q: Is the Nature Inspiration Awards a grant, loan, or tax credit?

Nature Inspiration Awards is a Grant and Funding

Q: Who are the financial supporters of the Nature Inspiration Awards?

Nature Inspiration Awards is funded by Canadian Museum of Nature

Last Update: March 18, 2026

Canada

Supports natural history projects and cultural recognition

Grant and Funding

Canadian Museum of Nature

Overview

At a glance

Eligible projects

Overview

The Nature Inspiration Awards program awards $5,000 to individuals and organizations that encourage Canadians to connect with nature and contribute to its preservation. Winners receive funding to support a project of their choice, along with national recognition and travel to the award ceremony in Ottawa.

At a glance

Funding available

Financing goals

Increasing community impact

Reduce the ecological footprint

Raise awareness and mobilize the public

Eligible Funding

Maximum amount : 5,000 $
Minimum amount : 5,000 $

Timeline

Unspecified

Eligible candidates

Eligible Industries

All industries

Location

Canada

Legal structures

Non-profit

Annual revenue

All revenue ranges

Organisation size

All organization sizes

Audience

All groups

Non-profit candidates

Sector of operation

Culture and Arts

Target groups

All the groups

Revenue structures

100% donations / grants

Scope

All dimensions

Activities funded

Examples of admissible projects:

$ 4,500

Creating an urban garden to promote biodiversity and environmental awareness.

$ 4,800

Creating a mobile app to educate and engage the community in ecological preservation.

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Frequently Asked Questions about the Nature Inspiration Awards Program

Here are answers to the most common questions about the Nature Inspiration Awards. 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.