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The Agriculture Water Infrastructure Program – Stream 2
Cost-shared funding for agricultural water infrastructure
Last Update: April 9, 2026
Funding available
$ 2,000,000
Timeline
- Open Date : February 3, 2026
Location
British Columbia, Canada
Overview
Cost-shared funding supports community water infrastructure projects in British Columbia. Maximum funding is $1M or $2M per project, and eligible work includes water storage, delivery, metering, and diking or drainage improvements.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase production or service capacity
- Implement environmental initiatives
- Increase operational productivity
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 2,000,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Timeline
- Open Date : February 3, 2026
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Location
- British Columbia
Legal structures
- Non-profit
- Public or Parapublic institution
- For-profit business
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Indigenous Peoples
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Environment
Target groups
- Rural / Remote communities
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- Provincial
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Rehabilitation and upgrade of agricultural dams and reservoirs
- Construction or expansion of dugouts and other water storage infrastructure
- Construction or extension of water delivery and purveyor systems
- Installation of meters for agricultural water users
- Improvement or expansion of diking and drainage systems
Documents Needed
- Completed Expression of Interest or full application form
- Project summary and workplan
- Supporting permits or approvals, if required
- Engineering study, assessment, or design plan
- Relevant supporting documents uploaded in the portal
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Irrigation districts and improvement districts
- Local governments and regional districts
- Non-profit organizations
- Water users' communities
- Indigenous communities and Indigenous organizations
Who is not eligible
- Producer-owned businesses and co-operatives
- Diking districts
- Provincial and federal governments
- Crown corporations
- Non-agricultural individuals or groups, including seafood and aquaculture
Eligible expenses
- Construction materials and equipment
- Professional services for project supervision
- Pumps, valves, pipes, liners, meters, and related parts
- Power line extensions needed for the project
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Costs incurred before approval
- In-kind activities
- Non-agricultural uses and unrelated water activities
- Farm equipment, land purchases, and used materials
- Wells, water quality treatment, and ongoing operations or maintenance
Eligible geographic areas
- British Columbia
Processing and Agreement
- EOIs are screened for eligibility, completeness, and alignment with program criteria.
- Selected EOIs are invited to submit a full application through the IAF Client Portal.
- Applications are reviewed by IAF and then by a Technical Review Committee, with additional expert review if needed.
- Applicants receive the funding decision by email through the portal.
- If approved, the applicant signs a contribution agreement before any project activity can begin.
Additional information
- Applications start with an Expression of Interest in the IAF Client Portal.
- Successful EOIs are invited to submit a full application.
- Project communications require prior funding acknowledgement approval.
- Payments are made in arrears, based on reported eligible expenses.
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Frequently Asked Questions about the The Agriculture Water Infrastructure Program – Stream 2 Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the The Agriculture Water Infrastructure Program – Stream 2. 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 The Agriculture Water Infrastructure Program – Stream 2?
Cost-shared funding supports community water infrastructure projects in British Columbia. Maximum funding is $1M or $2M per project, and eligible work includes water storage, delivery, metering, and diking or drainage improvements.
How much funding can be received?
The Agriculture Water Infrastructure Program – Stream 2 Funds up to 50% of admissible expenses, capped at $2,000,000 per project.
Who is eligible for the The Agriculture Water Infrastructure Program – Stream 2 program?
To be eligible for the The Agriculture Water Infrastructure Program – Stream 2 program, you must:
BC-based applicant
Community agriculture project
Meets regulatory requirements
What expenses are eligible under The Agriculture Water Infrastructure Program – Stream 2?
Rehabilitation and upgrade of agricultural dams and reservoirs
Construction or expansion of dugouts and other water storage infrastructure
Construction or extension of water delivery and purveyor systems
Installation of meters for agricultural water users
Improvement or expansion of diking and drainage systems
Who can I contact for more information about the The Agriculture Water Infrastructure Program – Stream 2?
You can contact Investment Agriculture Foundation (IAF) by email at awp@iafbc.ca or by phone at 1-877-855-3222.
Where is the The Agriculture Water Infrastructure Program – Stream 2 available?
The The Agriculture Water Infrastructure Program – Stream 2 program is available the province of British Columbia.
Is the The Agriculture Water Infrastructure Program – Stream 2 a grant, loan, or tax credit?
The Agriculture Water Infrastructure Program – Stream 2 is a Partnering and Collaboration