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Protecting habitats – main component

Q: Who is eligible for the Protecting habitats – main component program?

To be eligible for the Protecting habitats – main component program, you must: Habitat protection on private land Protected areas and stewardship outcomes High ecological value habitats

Q: Who can I contact for more information about the Protecting habitats – main component?

You can contact Quebec Wildlife Foundation (FFQ) by email at projets@fondationdelafaune.qc.ca.

Q: Where is the Protecting habitats – main component available?

The Protecting habitats – main component program is available across Canada.

Q: Is the Protecting habitats – main component a grant, loan, or tax credit?

Protecting habitats – main component is a Grant and Funding

Q: Who are the financial supporters of the Protecting habitats – main component?

Protecting habitats – main component is funded by Quebec Wildlife Foundation (FFQ)

Last Update: March 4, 2026

Canada

Supports private land habitat protection and stewardship

Grant and Funding

Quebec Wildlife Foundation

Overview

This program supports projects that protect high ecological value habitats on private land. Maximum funding amount is not specified; eligible activities include knowledge acquisition, conservation planning, habitat protection, and stewardship.

At a glance

Funding available

Financing goals

Increasing community impact

Reduce the ecological footprint

Supporting volunteer engagement

Eligible Funding

No Condition

Timeline

Closing date : March 15, 2026

Eligible candidates

Eligible Industries

All industries

Location

Canada

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

All structures

Scope

All dimensions

Activities funded

Acquiring knowledge to plan conservation actions for natural environments
Planning conservation of natural environments within a given territory
Protecting wildlife and plant habitats of high ecological value
Promoting stewardship of protected natural environments

Examples of admissible projects:

$ 48,000

Biodiversity inventories and conservation servitude to protect a wetland corridor

$ 49,500

Stewardship plan and agreements to secure old-growth forest habitat

Eligibility

The project must aim to protect habitats of high ecological value (wildlife and plants) on private land.
The project must improve knowledge to help prioritize habitat protection.
The project must strengthen protection by helping establish new protected and conserved areas.
The project must support stewardship of protected natural environments to preserve ecological integrity.

Eligible geographic areas

Quebec

How to apply

Step 1: Prepare the application form

Complete the program application form
Keep the form in its original format

Step 2: Assemble required attachments

Gather the required attachments to accompany the form

Step 3: Submit by email

Email the completed form and attachments to the Quebec Wildlife Foundation

Additional information

The program supports the voluntary involvement of citizens in protecting natural heritage.
The program focuses on habitats of high ecological value for wildlife and plants on private land.
Eligible projects must contribute to knowledge improvement, creation of protected areas, and long-term stewardship.

Contacts

projets@fondationdelafaune.qc.ca

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Frequently Asked Questions about the Protecting habitats – main component Program

Here are answers to the most common questions about the Protecting habitats – main component. 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.