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Support program for remote communities
Last Update: March 3, 2026
Canada
Financial support for residual waste management projects in remote communities.
Grant and Funding
Overview
This program provides financial assistance to support residual materials management projects in remote communities, with funding amounts up to $1.5 million. It aims to promote recycling, reuse, and the development of infrastructure to reduce waste in isolated regions.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increasing community impact
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Optimize production processes
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 950,000 $
Timeline
- Closing date : March 31, 2027
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Canada
Legal structures
- Non-profit
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- All industries
Target groups
- All the groups
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- All dimensions
Activities funded
- Implementing recycling infrastructure and storage facilities
- Conducting feasibility, management, and outlet studies
- Establishing reuse and dismantling initiatives
Examples of admissible projects:
$ 950,000
Establishing organic waste processing and recycling facilities in Toronto
Documents Needed
Application forms, project proposals, supporting technical and financial documents, proof of eligibility.
Eligibility
Organizations in designated remote or isolated areas, including municipal or indigenous entities, are eligible.
Who is eligible?
- Municipal entities in designated remote and isolated regions
- Indigenous organizations and communities in eligible zones
Who is not eligible
- Organizations outside designated regions
- Private companies not affiliated with eligible entities
Eligible expenses
Expenses related to infrastructure setup, project studies, equipment purchases, and project implementation activities.Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Activities not related to residual material management or recycling infrastructure
- Projects outside designated remote or isolated regions
- Activities solely focused on administrative or operational costs unrelated to project implementation
Eligible geographic areas
- Northern regions north of the 49th parallel
- Mauricie, Outaouais, Abitibi-Témiscamingue, Lanaudière regions
- Magdalen Islands and Anticosti Island
Selection criteria
- Innovation and relevance to residual waste reduction
- Feasibility of project implementation
- Potential environmental and community impact
- Alignment with regional waste management priorities
How to apply
Register on the funding portal or platformPrepare and compile application documentationSubmit the application electronically before the deadlineAwait review and response from the funding body
Processing and Agreement
- Application is reviewed for eligibility and completeness within 20 business days
- Eligible projects are analyzed and evaluated over approximately four months
- Applicants are notified of the decision once the review is complete
Additional information
The program supports projects aimed at improving residual materials management, including setting up recycling infrastructure, conducting studies, and implementing circular economy initiatives.
