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Rangeland Sustainability Program (RSP)
Supports collaborative projects for sustainable rangeland management in Alberta
Last Update: March 4, 2026
Funding available
Varies by project
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Alberta, Canada
Overview
The Rangeland Sustainability Program provides funding for collaborative projects that support the conservation and long-term sustainability of Alberta’s rangelands. Eligible activities include research, education and extension, tool development, and stewardship projects.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Conduct research and development activities
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Educational services
- Other services (except public administration)
- Public administration
Location
- Alberta
Legal structures
- Non-profit
- Public or Parapublic institution
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Indigenous Peoples
- Rural or Northern Residents
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Higher Education
- Research
- Environment
- Economic, Social and Community Development
Target groups
- Indigenous peoples
- Rural / Remote communities
- Nonprofits / charities
- Academia / students
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- Provincial
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Applied research to demonstrate adaptive rangeland management practices.
- Projects focused on carbon sequestration research, extension, and best management practices for rangelands.
- Ecological restoration of native grasslands impacted by forest or brush encroachment.
- Development or enhancement of tools, strategies, or practices that support rangeland sustainability.
- Education initiatives and training for livestock producers and industry stakeholders on rangeland stewardship.
Documents Needed
- Completed application form.
- Copy of registration or incorporation documents, if applicable.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Academic and educational institutions
- Indigenous communities and organizations
- Municipalities
- Non-government organizations registered under the Alberta Societies Act
- Non-profit organizations (including those not registered under the ASA but considered not-for-profit)
Who is not eligible
- Individual Albertans (individual applicants are not eligible, but may collaborate with eligible organizations).
Eligible expenses
- Costs related to extension, such as newsletter development, signage, brochures, web content creation and maintenance, and publication costs.
- Materials and supplies required for project implementation.
- Salaries and benefits for project staff hired specifically for the development or implementation of the project.
- Office, travel, and other expenses directly related to the project, including a proportional allocation for administration staff linked to the project.
- Eligible costs incurred within one year prior to the grant agreement signature, as outlined in the program eligibility criteria.
Eligible geographic areas
- Alberta.
Processing and Agreement
- Eligible applications are reviewed by the Application Review Committee.
- Applications are assessed against program objectives, priority funding themes, and Government of Alberta priorities.
- Applicants receive a written decision by March 31.
- If approved, the applicant works with the RSP Coordinator to sign a grant agreement.
- The agreement sets out timelines, budget, deliverables, and conditions.
Additional information
- The program's budget varies annually and is contingent upon grazing rental revenue.
- Application decisions will be communicated to all applicants by March 31 following the application deadline.
- Grant recipients are required to submit annual reports as well as a final report detailing project status and expenditures.
- Collaboration and partnerships between organizations are considered by the review committee but are not part of the formal scoring criteria.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Rangeland Sustainability Program (RSP) Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Rangeland Sustainability Program (RSP). 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 Rangeland Sustainability Program (RSP)?
The Rangeland Sustainability Program provides funding for collaborative projects that support the conservation and long-term sustainability of Alberta’s rangelands. Eligible activities include research, education and extension, tool development, and stewardship projects.
Who is eligible for the Rangeland Sustainability Program (RSP) program?
To be eligible for the Rangeland Sustainability Program (RSP) program, you must:
For-profit businesses are not listed as eligible applicants.
Eligible applicants include non-profits, academia, Indigenous communities, and municipalities.
What expenses are eligible under Rangeland Sustainability Program (RSP)?
Applied research to demonstrate adaptive rangeland management practices.
Projects focused on carbon sequestration research, extension, and best management practices for rangelands.
Ecological restoration of native grasslands impacted by forest or brush encroachment.
Development or enhancement of tools, strategies, or practices that support rangeland sustainability.
Education initiatives and training for livestock producers and industry stakeholders on rangeland stewardship.
Who can I contact for more information about the Rangeland Sustainability Program (RSP)?
You can contact Government of Alberta or by phone at 310-3773.
Where is the Rangeland Sustainability Program (RSP) available?
The Rangeland Sustainability Program (RSP) program is available the province of Alberta.
Is the Rangeland Sustainability Program (RSP) a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Rangeland Sustainability Program (RSP) is a Partnering and Collaboration
Who are the financial supporters of the Rangeland Sustainability Program (RSP)?
Rangeland Sustainability Program (RSP) is funded by Government of Alberta