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Partnership Program in Climate Protection (PPC)
Free five-step municipal climate action support
Last Update: May 14, 2026
Funding available
Up to 50% of project cost
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Canada
Overview
This free program helps municipalities reduce greenhouse gas emissions through a five-step climate action framework. It supports GHG inventories, reduction targets, local action plans, implementation, and progress reporting.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Implement environmental initiatives
- Reduce environmental footprint
Eligible Funding
- Up to 50% of project cost
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Public administration
Location
- Canada
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
- Baseline greenhouse gas inventory and forecasts
- Emission reduction targets
- Local climate action plan
- Plan implementation
- Progress monitoring and reporting
Documents Needed
- Municipal council resolution
- Municipal staff contact details
- Elected representative contact details
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Canadian municipalities
Who is not eligible
- Organizations that are not municipal governments
- Users outside the municipal membership network
Eligible geographic areas
- Canada
Selection criteria
- Technical compliance with program requirements.
- Data relevance and consistency.
- Clarity and uniformity of the submission.
How to apply
- Step 1: Adopt the membership resolution
- Download the council resolution template.
- Have the municipal council approve and sign it.
- Step 2: Designate contacts
- Appoint a staff member and an elected representative as the main contacts.
- Step 3: Send the membership request
- Email the adopted resolution and contact details to the program.
- Step 4: Receive confirmation
- Wait for the confirmation email and starter information.
Processing and Agreement
- Membership is confirmed after the council resolution and contact details are received.
- Applicants receive a confirmation email and onboarding information after submission.
Additional information
- Membership is free.
- Members get tools, resources, and technical support.
- Applications can be submitted through the PCP tool or by email.
- A council resolution is required for membership.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Partnership Program in Climate Protection (PPC) Program
What is the Partnership Program in Climate Protection (PPC)?
This free program helps municipalities reduce greenhouse gas emissions through a five-step climate action framework. It supports GHG inventories, reduction targets, local action plans, implementation, and progress reporting.
How much funding can be received?
Partnership Program in Climate Protection (PPC) Funds up to 50% of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Partnership Program in Climate Protection (PPC) program?
To be eligible for the Partnership Program in Climate Protection (PPC) program, you must:
Municipal council resolution required.
Five-step framework within 10 years.
Progress reporting every two years.
What expenses are eligible under Partnership Program in Climate Protection (PPC)?
Baseline greenhouse gas inventory and forecasts
Emission reduction targets
Local climate action plan
Plan implementation
Progress monitoring and reporting
Who can I contact for more information about the Partnership Program in Climate Protection (PPC)?
You can contact Federation of Canadian Municipalities (FCM) by email at pcp@fcm.ca or by phone at 613-907-6340.
Where is the Partnership Program in Climate Protection (PPC) available?
The Partnership Program in Climate Protection (PPC) program is available across Canada.
Is the Partnership Program in Climate Protection (PPC) a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Partnership Program in Climate Protection (PPC) is a Other Support