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Ottawa Rural Clean Water Grants Program (ORCWGP)
Last Update: March 19, 2026
Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
Financial support for rural water protection projects in Ottawa.
Grant and Funding
Overview
This program offers up to $15,000 in funding to support projects aimed at protecting and improving water quality in Ottawa's waterways and groundwater. It includes activities like farm projects, well decommissioning, non-farm initiatives, and educational programs.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
Increasing community impact
Reduce the ecological footprint
Raise awareness and mobilize the public
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 15,000 $
Timeline
- Open Date : February 3, 2026
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Ottawa
- Ontario
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
- All the groups
Revenue structures
- 100% donations / grants
Scope
- Local
Activities funded
Examples of admissible projects:
Upgrading water treatment systems to enhance water quality management
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
Farmers, rural landowners, rural villages, and not-for-profit organizations delivering educational initiatives in Ottawa.How to apply
Contact the LandOwner Resource Centre to verify project eligibility.Confirm the project is in the eligible area and meets funding guidelines.Receive assistance from the LandOwner Resource Centre or local Conservation Authority.Complete the application form provided by ottawa.ca/cleanwater.Apply before starting the project and submit the form through the designated channels.
Contacts
rcwp@rvca.ca
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