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Partnership Program in Climate Protection (PPC)
Municipal climate action framework
Funding available
Up to 50% of project cost
Deadline
Open continuously
Location
Canada
Overview
The Partners for Climate Protection program helps municipalities reduce greenhouse gas emissions through a five-step framework. It provides support for baseline inventories, emissions 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
Funds Providers
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
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
- Establishing a baseline greenhouse gas inventory and forecasts
- Setting emissions reduction targets
- Developing a local climate action plan
- Implementing the local action plan
- Monitoring progress and reporting results
Documents Needed
- Adoption resolution
- Contact details for the staff member and elected representative designated as PCP contacts
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Municipalities
Eligible geographic areas
- Canada
Selection criteria
- Technical compliance with program requirements.
- Data relevance and consistency.
- Clarity and uniformity of the submission.
How to apply
- Download the membership resolution template.
- Have the municipal council adopt and sign the resolution.
- Designate a staff member and an elected representative as the main PCP contacts.
- Email the adopted council resolution and contact details to pcp@fcm.ca.
- Receive the confirmation email and starter information.
Processing and Agreement
- Send the adopted council resolution and the contact details for the staff member and elected representative by email to pcp@fcm.ca.
- After the resolution is received, the program sends a confirmation of membership and starter information by email.
Additional information
- Membership is free.
- Members get access to the program secretariat and other resources.
- No report or additional external support is required unless the municipality decides it wants extra support.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Partnership Program in Climate Protection (PPC) Program
What is the Partnership Program in Climate Protection (PPC)?
The Partners for Climate Protection program helps municipalities reduce greenhouse gas emissions through a five-step framework. It provides support for baseline inventories, emissions 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.
Complete the five-step framework within 10 years of joining.
Submit progress reports at least every two years.
What expenses are eligible under Partnership Program in Climate Protection (PPC)?
Establishing a baseline greenhouse gas inventory and forecasts
Setting emissions reduction targets
Developing a local climate action plan
Implementing the local action plan
Monitoring progress and reporting results
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