Closed
Rapid Adaptation Projects: Adaptation in Action
Funding for rapid local climate adaptation projects
Record updated
- Funding available
- $ 75,000
- Up to 100% of project cost
- Deadline
- Unspecified
- Location
- Canada
Overview
This program supports small and rural communities with funding for rapid climate adaptation projects. It covers proven, tangible activities that reduce climate risks, with up to $75,000 available and a funding rate of 70% to 100% of eligible costs.
At a glance
Funding available
- Maximum funding
- $75,000
- Maximum share of project costs
- 100%
- Increase social or community impact
- Implement environmental initiatives
- Reduce environmental footprint
- Raise awareness or mobilize a population
- Renovate or adapt facilities
Eligible candidates
- Location
- Canada
- Eligible Industries
- All industries
- Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
- Organisation size
- All organization sizes
- Audience
- All groups
- Legal structures
- Non-profit, Public or Parapublic institution
Receipt of requests is now closed
Get notified about updates to this grant.
Availability timeline
2026
Periods: 3
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Canadian municipal governments
- Indigenous communities
- Municipal partners delivering projects with a municipality
- Municipally owned corporations
- Non-profit organizations and research institutes working with municipalities
Who is not eligible
- For-profit entities as partners
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Emergency response activities
- Disaster recovery activities
Eligible geographic areas
- Canada
- Quebec municipal applicants follow a distinct process
Activities funded
- Community wildfire resilience projects
- Community flood resilience projects
- Community heat resilience projects
- Resilient community facility projects
How to apply
- Step 1: Review program requirements
- Confirm that the project fits the program focus and eligibility rules.
- Check that the project aligns with a climate risk assessment or adaptation plan.
- Step 2: Prepare application materials
- Complete the application form.
- Prepare the project workbook.
- Gather supporting documents listed in the application guide.
- Step 3: Submit the application
- Submit the full application during an open funding window.
- Follow the distinct process if applying as a Quebec municipal applicant.
Documents Needed
- Application form
- Project workbook
- Supporting documents listed in the application guide
Selection criteria
- Alignment with local climate risks or adaptation priorities.
- Use of proven and replicable on-the-ground actions.
- Tangible, quick-win project design.
- Fit with a single focus area per project.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed after submission during the listed funding windows.
- Projects are assessed against the program’s climate adaptation objectives and requirements.
- Applicants are notified of the decision after review.
- Quebec municipal applicants follow a distinct process.
Additional information
- Projects must be completed within 2 years.
- Only one project is allowed per lead applicant or municipal partner.
Contacts
Official sources
Frequently Asked Questions about the Rapid Adaptation Projects: Adaptation in Action Program
What is the Rapid Adaptation Projects: Adaptation in Action?
This program supports small and rural communities with funding for rapid climate adaptation projects. It covers proven, tangible activities that reduce climate risks, with up to $75,000 available and a funding rate of 70% to 100% of eligible costs.
How much funding can be received?
Rapid Adaptation Projects: Adaptation in Action Funds up to 100% of admissible expenses, capped at $75,000 per project.
Who is eligible for the Rapid Adaptation Projects: Adaptation in Action program?
To be eligible for the Rapid Adaptation Projects: Adaptation in Action program, you must:
Canadian municipal governments under 50,000 residents
Indigenous communities with municipal status or partnership
Municipal partners delivering with a municipality
Who can I contact for more information about the Rapid Adaptation Projects: Adaptation in Action?
You can contact Green Municipal Fund (GMF) by email at gmfinfo@fcm.ca or by phone at 1-877-417-0550.
Where is the Rapid Adaptation Projects: Adaptation in Action available?
The Rapid Adaptation Projects: Adaptation in Action program is available across Canada.
Is the Rapid Adaptation Projects: Adaptation in Action a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Rapid Adaptation Projects: Adaptation in Action is a Grant and Funding
Who are the financial supporters of the Rapid Adaptation Projects: Adaptation in Action?
Rapid Adaptation Projects: Adaptation in Action is funded by Green Municipal Fund (GMF)