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Prince Edward Island Active Transportation Fund
Funding for active transportation projects in Prince Edward Island
Last Update: April 27, 2026
Funding available
$ 75,000
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Prince Edward Island
Overview
This program provides up to $5M per year to support active transportation in Prince Edward Island. It funds infrastructure, planning, and community programs that make walking, cycling, and other active travel safer and more connected.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop a new program or service
- Increase social or community impact
- Enhance an existing program
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 75,000 $
- Up to 100% of project cost
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Public administration
Location
- Prince Edward Island
Legal structures
- All legal structures
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Indigenous Peoples
- Canadians
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
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Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Active transportation infrastructure projects
- Active transportation planning projects
- Community programs that advance the PEI Active Transportation Strategy
- Recreational walking or biking trail projects
Documents Needed
- Completed application form
- AT Budget and Timeline worksheet
- Project description and location details
- Funding source information and approvals, if applicable
- Letters of endorsement, if available
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Municipalities
- Indigenous communities
- Community groups
- Not-for-profit organizations
Eligible expenses
- Active transportation infrastructure and auxiliary equipment
- Engineering and design work
- Project management, up to 15% of eligible project costs
- Development of an Active Transportation Plan
- Eligible costs for community programs and non-infrastructure projects
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Maintenance of existing infrastructure
- Costs incurred before project approval
- Infrastructure not open to public use
- Land acquisition
- Projects that contravene the Highway Traffic Act or are considered unsafe
- Taxes for which the recipient can claim a rebate
Eligible geographic areas
- Prince Edward Island
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed by the Active Transportation Working Group.
- Projects are evaluated and scored out of 100 based on category-specific criteria.
- Approved applicants must sign a funding agreement with the Province.
- A Payee Registration Form is required before payment is issued.
- Final payment is made after completion is confirmed with invoices and proof of payment.
Additional information
- Applications can be submitted anytime during the year.
- Only applications submitted by the first Friday in December are considered for the next fiscal year.
- Successful applicants may combine this funding with other federal or provincial funding, subject to stacking rules.
- Applicants must enter into a funding agreement and complete a Payee Registration Form before payment.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Prince Edward Island Active Transportation Fund Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Prince Edward Island Active Transportation Fund. 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.
What is the Prince Edward Island Active Transportation Fund?
This program provides up to $5M per year to support active transportation in Prince Edward Island. It funds infrastructure, planning, and community programs that make walking, cycling, and other active travel safer and more connected.
How much funding can be received?
Prince Edward Island Active Transportation Fund Funds up to 100% of admissible expenses, capped at $75,000 per project.
Who is eligible for the Prince Edward Island Active Transportation Fund program?
To be eligible for the Prince Edward Island Active Transportation Fund program, you must:
Project must support active transportation.
Project must be in Prince Edward Island.
Project must fit an eligible fund category.
What expenses are eligible under Prince Edward Island Active Transportation Fund?
Active transportation infrastructure projects
Active transportation planning projects
Community programs that advance the PEI Active Transportation Strategy
Recreational walking or biking trail projects
Who can I contact for more information about the Prince Edward Island Active Transportation Fund?
You can contact Municipality of West Elgin by email at ATPEI@gov.pe.ca or by phone at none.
Where is the Prince Edward Island Active Transportation Fund available?
The Prince Edward Island Active Transportation Fund program is available the province of Prince Edward Island.
Is the Prince Edward Island Active Transportation Fund a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Prince Edward Island Active Transportation Fund is a Grant and Funding