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Ontario Wildlife Damage Compensation (OWDC) Program
Compensation for wildlife damage to livestock
Last Update: April 29, 2026
Funding available
$ 8,000
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Ontario, Canada
Overview
Financial assistance for livestock, poultry, and bee damage caused by wildlife. The program supports claims for eligible predation events, veterinary costs, and damage to bee colonies, beehives, and related equipment.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- No objectives are currently available
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 8,000 $
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
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
- Compensation for livestock or poultry killed or injured by wildlife
- Compensation for bee colonies, beehives, or beehive-related equipment damaged by wildlife
Documents Needed
- Application form
- Photos of the damage
- Farm Business Registration Number or exemption proof
- Premises Identification number
- Supporting evidence for premiums or additional claims
Official resources
Application form
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Livestock owners
- Poultry producers
- Beekeepers
- Corporations, partnerships, and unincorporated associations
Who is not eligible
- Claims involving damage caused by dogs
- Applicants without the required identification information
- Claims for livestock or poultry that were already sick or dead
Eligible expenses
- Veterinary care for injured livestock, up to fair market value
- Medication costs tied to veterinary treatment
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Claims involving non-eligible wildlife species
- Claims where livestock or poultry were already sick or dead
- Claims without required identification or supporting information
- Damage caused by dogs
Eligible geographic areas
Ontario
Selection criteria
- Eligibility requirements are met
- Application is complete
- Evidence supports wildlife predation
- Reasonable care was taken
- Required supporting documents are provided for any premiums
How to apply
- Step 1: Report the incident within 48 hours
- Contact the municipality or OMAFRA, depending on location
- Preserve the site and carcass or damaged beehive equipment
- Take photos and gather evidence
- Step 2: Investigation and application completion
- The investigator visits the site and documents the damage
- The owner reviews and signs the application
- Additional evidence must be provided within seven business days if applicable
- Step 3: Submission and decision
- The municipality submits the completed application to OMAFRA
- OMAFRA reviews the claim and issues a decision
- Appeals may be filed within 20 business days
Processing and Agreement
- The municipality reviews the application for completeness before submission
- OMAFRA assesses eligibility, evidence, reasonable care, and compensation value
- A written decision is issued within 30 business days of a complete application
- Applicants may appeal within 20 business days of the decision
- Approved payments are made through the municipality, or directly in some cases
Additional information
- Compensation is taxable income.
- A Statement of Farm Support Payments (AGR-1) is issued to recipients.
- An appeal fee of $25 applies and may be refunded in some cases.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Ontario Wildlife Damage Compensation (OWDC) Program Program
What is the Ontario Wildlife Damage Compensation (OWDC) Program?
Financial assistance for livestock, poultry, and bee damage caused by wildlife. The program supports claims for eligible predation events, veterinary costs, and damage to bee colonies, beehives, and related equipment.
How much funding can be received?
Ontario Wildlife Damage Compensation (OWDC) Program Funds up to $8,000 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Ontario Wildlife Damage Compensation (OWDC) Program program?
To be eligible for the Ontario Wildlife Damage Compensation (OWDC) Program program, you must:
Valid FBRN or exemption
Valid PID for the property
Reasonable care and proof of predation
What expenses are eligible under Ontario Wildlife Damage Compensation (OWDC) Program?
Compensation for livestock or poultry killed or injured by wildlife
Compensation for bee colonies, beehives, or beehive-related equipment damaged by wildlife
Who can I contact for more information about the Ontario Wildlife Damage Compensation (OWDC) Program?
You can contact Township of West Lincoln by email at wildlife.damage@ontario.ca or by phone at 1-877-424-1300.
Where is the Ontario Wildlife Damage Compensation (OWDC) Program available?
The Ontario Wildlife Damage Compensation (OWDC) Program program is available the province of Ontario.
Is the Ontario Wildlife Damage Compensation (OWDC) Program a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Ontario Wildlife Damage Compensation (OWDC) Program is a Grant and Funding