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Rural Water Financial Assistance Program
Cost-share funding for rural water quality projects
Last Update: April 29, 2026
Funding available
$ 10,000
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Ontario, Canada
Overview
This program provides cost-sharing support for water quality improvement projects, with funding of up to 100%. It supports selected farm and landowner practices such as fencing, tree planting, manure storage, well decommissioning, erosion control, cover crops, and innovative technologies.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Implement environmental initiatives
- Reduce environmental footprint
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 10,000 $
- Up to 100% of project cost
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Location
- Ontario
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
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Livestock fencing.
- Tree planting.
- Manure storage projects.
- Well decommissioning.
- Erosion control and cover crops.
Documents Needed
- Environmental Farm Plan
- Project application form
- Program guidelines
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Qualified landowners.
- Farmers.
Who is not eligible
- New operations.
- Projects involving new buildings or home additions to increase herd capacity.
Eligible expenses
- Purchased materials and supplies.
- Professional fees, design fees, construction, and supervision.
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- New operations and buildings.
- Home or building additions to increase herd capacity.
Eligible geographic areas
- County of Brant, Ontario.
Selection criteria
- Potential to improve and protect water quality.
How to apply
- Step 1: Contact local Conservation Authority
- Speak with Rural Water Quality Program staff.
- Request guidance on the application process.
- Step 2: Plan the project
- Work with staff to plan the project.
- Prepare the application with program support.
- Step 3: Review and approval
- The local review committee evaluates the project.
- Wait for approval before starting any work.
- Step 4: Complete the project and receive payment
- Finish the approved work.
- Staff inspect the project.
- Receive payment after inspection.
Processing and Agreement
- Contact your local Conservation Authority for guidance and application support.
- A local review committee evaluates the project’s water quality benefits.
- Work can start only after committee approval.
- Payment is issued after the project is complete and inspected by staff.
Additional information
- Funding rates may vary by municipality.
- Grants may be combined with other funding programs.
- Recently completed projects may be eligible in some cases.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Rural Water Financial Assistance Program Program
What is the Rural Water Financial Assistance Program?
This program provides cost-sharing support for water quality improvement projects, with funding of up to 100%. It supports selected farm and landowner practices such as fencing, tree planting, manure storage, well decommissioning, erosion control, cover crops, and innovative technologies.
How much funding can be received?
Rural Water Financial Assistance Program Funds up to 100% of admissible expenses, capped at $10,000 per project.
Who is eligible for the Rural Water Financial Assistance Program program?
To be eligible for the Rural Water Financial Assistance Program program, you must:
Located in the County of Brant.
Improves water quality.
Environmental Farm Plan required.
What expenses are eligible under Rural Water Financial Assistance Program?
Livestock fencing.
Tree planting.
Manure storage projects.
Well decommissioning.
Erosion control and cover crops.
Who can I contact for more information about the Rural Water Financial Assistance Program?
You can contact County of Brant by email at ruralwater@grandriver.ca or by phone at 519-621-2763 ext. 2278.
Where is the Rural Water Financial Assistance Program available?
The Rural Water Financial Assistance Program program is available the province of Ontario.
Is the Rural Water Financial Assistance Program a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Rural Water Financial Assistance Program is a Grant and Funding