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Small-scale Ecosystem Grants
Supports ecological restoration and biodiversity projects in the Columbia Basin region
Last Update: March 4, 2026
Funding available
$ 80,000
Timeline
- Open continuously
Location
Quebec, Canada
Overview
The Small-scale Ecosystem Grants provide financial support aimed at improving ecological health and native biodiversity within the Columbia Basin. Funding considerations include projects that enhance terrestrial or aquatic ecosystems, such as wetlands, forests, grasslands, or fish habitats, with a maximum contribution of up to 80% of total project costs. These grants are designed to promote conservation efforts, ecological restoration, and species conservation initiatives within the region, supporting organizations committed to sustainability and environmental stewardship.
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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
- Reduce environmental footprint
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 80,000 $
- Up to 80% of project cost
Timeline
- Open continuously
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Quebec
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
- 100% donations / grants
- Mixed revenue (<50% earned)
Scope
- Regional
Next steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Restoration or conservation of aquatic, wetland, and terrestrial ecosystems
- Conservation of species of concern
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Registered non-profit organizations within the Columbia Basin Trust region
- Local governments operating within the region
- First Nations communities in the Columbia Basin
Who is not eligible
- Organizations outside the Columbia Basin Trust region
- Projects that do not focus on ecological or species conservation
- Individuals or unregistered entities
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Activities outside the eligible geographical area of the Columbia Basin
- Projects that do not improve ecological health or native biodiversity
- Activities unrelated to ecosystem or species conservation
- Costs incurred before project approval or after project completion
- Expenses related to administrative overhead not directly linked to the project
Eligible geographic areas
Columbia BasinProcessing and Agreement
- Application review period typically lasts up to eight weeks
- The organization will receive notification of the decision
- Funding agreements will be established prior to disbursement of funds
- Recipients will be required to submit progress or final reports as specified
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Small-scale Ecosystem Grants Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Small-scale Ecosystem Grants. 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 Small-scale Ecosystem Grants?
The Small-scale Ecosystem Grants provide financial support aimed at improving ecological health and native biodiversity within the Columbia Basin. Funding considerations include projects that enhance terrestrial or aquatic ecosystems, such as wetlands, forests, grasslands, or fish habitats, with a maximum contribution of up to 80% of total project costs. These grants are designed to promote conservation efforts, ecological restoration, and species conservation initiatives within the region, supporting organizations committed to sustainability and environmental stewardship.
How much funding can be received?
Small-scale Ecosystem Grants Funds up to 80% of admissible expenses, capped at $80,000 per project.
Who is eligible for the Small-scale Ecosystem Grants program?
To be eligible for the Small-scale Ecosystem Grants program, you must:
Open to registered non-profits, local governments, and First Nations within the Columbia Basin Trust region
What expenses are eligible under Small-scale Ecosystem Grants?
Restoration or conservation of aquatic, wetland, and terrestrial ecosystems
Conservation of species of concern
Who can I contact for more information about the Small-scale Ecosystem Grants?
You can contact Columbia Basin Trust by email at ecosystems@ourtrust.org.
Where is the Small-scale Ecosystem Grants available?
The Small-scale Ecosystem Grants program is available the province of Quebec.
Is the Small-scale Ecosystem Grants a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Small-scale Ecosystem Grants is a Grant and Funding
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