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STIP — Local Road Bridge Program
Funding for municipal bridge rehabilitation projects
Last Update: April 9, 2026
Funding available
Up to 75% of project cost
Timeline
- Closing date : November 30, 2023
Location
Alberta, Canada
Overview
This program provides up to $3 million per project to support municipal local road bridge work in Alberta. It funds engineering, maintenance, rehabilitation, and replacement projects for existing bridges and bridge-sized culverts.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Increase production or service capacity
- Renovate or adapt facilities
Eligible Funding
- Up to 75% of project cost
Timeline
- Closing date : November 30, 2023
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Public administration
Location
- Alberta
Legal structures
- Public or Parapublic institution
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Indigenous Peoples
- Rural or Northern Residents
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Engineering, maintenance, rehabilitation, and replacement of existing bridges
- Engineering, maintenance, rehabilitation, and replacement of bridge-sized culverts
Documents Needed
- Cover letter
- Basic information
- Project benefits
- Project information
- Local Road Bridge Funding Request form
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Towns
- Villages and summer villages
- Counties and municipal districts
- Special areas
- Métis Settlements
- Specialized municipalities outside the urban service area
Who is not eligible
- Cities
- Private organizations
- Non-government agencies
- Charitable societies
- Non-government operating authorities
Eligible expenses
- Engineering and consulting
- Construction contract costs
- Materials and equipment for the project
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Administrative activities
- Construction equipment
- GST
- Financing expenses
- Legal fees
- Right-of-ways, easements, or land acquisition
- Utility movement costs
Eligible geographic areas
- Alberta
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed to confirm they meet program criteria.
- Projects are ranked province-wide on a competitive basis.
- Top-ranked projects are recommended to the Minister for approval.
- Approved municipalities receive written notice and must sign a funding memorandum of agreement.
Additional information
- Applications are open until November 30 for funding in the following year.
- Funding is determined each budget cycle.
- Applicants are notified in writing about the status of their application.
- A final report is required after project completion.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the STIP — Local Road Bridge Program Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the STIP — Local Road Bridge Program. 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 STIP — Local Road Bridge Program?
This program provides up to $3 million per project to support municipal local road bridge work in Alberta. It funds engineering, maintenance, rehabilitation, and replacement projects for existing bridges and bridge-sized culverts.
How much funding can be received?
STIP — Local Road Bridge Program Funds up to 75% of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the STIP — Local Road Bridge Program program?
To be eligible for the STIP — Local Road Bridge Program program, you must:
Eligible Alberta municipality
Existing bridge or culvert project
Publicly open road
What expenses are eligible under STIP — Local Road Bridge Program?
Engineering, maintenance, rehabilitation, and replacement of existing bridges
Engineering, maintenance, rehabilitation, and replacement of bridge-sized culverts
Who can I contact for more information about the STIP — Local Road Bridge Program?
You can contact Government of Alberta by email at none or by phone at 780-427-2731.
Where is the STIP — Local Road Bridge Program available?
The STIP — Local Road Bridge Program program is available the province of Alberta.
Is the STIP — Local Road Bridge Program a grant, loan, or tax credit?
STIP — Local Road Bridge Program is a Grant and Funding