The Agriculture Water Infrastructure Program – Stream 2 BC Canada

The Agriculture Water Infrastructure Program – Stream 2

BC, Canada
Offer cost-shared funding to enhance community-owned water systems for better agricultural water management in British Columbia.

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  • grant_single|openingDateJuly 03, 2024
  • grant_single|closingDateJuly 24, 2024
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Grant and Funding
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  • grant_single|allIndustries
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  • Investment Agriculture Foundation (IAF)
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The Agriculture Water Infrastructure Program (AWP) – Stream 2 focuses on community projects aimed at enhancing agricultural water supply and management in British Columbia. Eligible activities include rehabilitation and upgrades of agricultural dams, construction of dugouts and other water storage infrastructure, and the extension of water delivery systems to additional agricultural lands. The program provides cost-shared funding to improve water use efficiency, availability, and drainage conditions for agricultural communities.

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There are several eligible projects and activities for the grant.
  • Rehabilitation and upgrades of agricultural dams and reservoirs to meet regulatory requirements.
  • Improvement, expansion, or new construction of dugouts and related storage infrastructure for irrigation water and livestock watering.
  • Construction of other new water storage infrastructure.
  • Conversion of conveyance ditches to pipelines off-farm where savings of 30 to 50% can be achieved.
  • Improvement, expansion or new construction of water delivery systems to the farm gate from off-farm infrastructure and licensed intakes on streams.
  • Extension of an existing water purveyor network to expand water supply to additional agricultural lands.
  • Development of new water purveyed systems to agricultural land.
  • Installation of meters by a water purveyor for agricultural users.
  • Improvement or expansion of diking and drainage systems.
grant_single|admissibleProjectsExample

$200,000

Vancouver
Construction of new water storage infrastructure for Sunrise Organic Farm

$300,000

Kamloops
Conversion of open ditches to pipelines at Morning Star Farms for water efficiency

$600,000

Victoria
New water delivery system installation for Evergreen Orchards

$350,000

Kelowna
Upgrade the Dam at Green Meadows Farm to meet regulatory requirements

$500,000

Penticton
Extension of water purveyor network to expand water supply to Maple Valley Vineyards

$400,000

Abbotsford
Improving and expanding the diking system at Willow Creek Farm Co-operative

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To be considered eligible for Stream 2, applicants must be BC-based and fall under specified categories, while certain participants and projects are deemed ineligible.
  • Irrigation District or Improvement District
  • Local Government or Regional District
  • Non-Profit Organization - Agriculture
  • Non-Profit Organization - Conservation
  • Water Users’ Community
  • Indigenous Community
  • Indigenous Governing Body
  • Indigenous Organization - For-Profit
  • Indigenous Organization - Non-Profit
  • Community water supply groups, including Indigenous groups, that provide a mix of agricultural and non-agricultural services, unless specified as ineligible.
  • Public corporate bodies incorporated under provincial legislations allowing them to legally acquire/control property and licences and conduct works.

grant_eligibility_criteria|who_can_apply

To be considered eligible for Stream 2 of the Agriculture Water Infrastructure Program, applicants must be BC-based and must belong to one of the following organization types:
  • Irrigation District or Improvement District
  • Local Government or Regional District
  • Non-Profit Organization – Agriculture
  • Non-Profit Organization – Conservation
  • Water Users’ Community
  • Indigenous Community
  • Indigenous Governing Body
  • Indigenous Organization – For-Profit
  • Indigenous Organization – Non-Profit

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The following types of companies are not eligible to participate in Stream 2 of the Agriculture Water Infrastructure Program:
  • Diking District
  • Producer – Cooperative
  • Producer – Corporation
  • Producer – Limited Liability Company (LLC)
  • Producer – Partnership
  • Producer – Sole proprietorship
  • Indigenous Producer – Limited Liability Company (LLC)
  • Indigenous Producer – Partnership
  • Indigenous Producer – Sole Proprietorship
  • Indigenous Cooperative
  • Indigenous Corporation
  • Non-agricultural individuals or groups (including Seafood/Aquaculture)
  • Provincial and federal governments
  • Crown Corporations

grant_eligibility_criteria|eligible_expenses

The eligible expenses for this grant are:
  • Construction, materials, machinery/equipment (gates, valves, etc.)
  • Pumping systems and watering troughs
  • Professional services associated with project supervision
  • Power supply enhancements (including solar or wind power for remote systems)
  • Planting of trees and snow fencing to aid in water collection

grant_eligibility_criteria|zone

The eligible geographic zones for this grant are exclusively within British Columbia, Canada.

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The Agriculture Water Infrastructure Program (AWP) Stream 2 criteria assess the severity of water issues, the benefits to agricultural production, and the level of project support or endorsement.
  • Severity of water constraint or risk for the watershed serving as the main supply source for the project.
  • Significance of the project benefits to agricultural production in the project area.
  • Promotion of the development or use of a sustainable water supply or water management systems with long, medium, or short-term solutions.
  • Level of support or endorsement (financial or otherwise) from others for the project.

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  • Step 1: Create an Account and Organization Registration
  • Create a personal profile (name and email).
  • Provide organization information, including: Name, Contact details, Type of organization, BC ID / CRA numbers, Primary contact, etc.
  • Step 2: Complete an Expression of Interest (EOI)
  • Select Agriculture Water Infrastructure | Stream 2 from the Funding Opportunities section of the IAF Client Portal.
  • Provide information such as Applicant Type, Project Name, Project Summary, Selected activities, Proposed Start and End Dates, Demonstration of compliance with standards/requirements, Water problems/issues to be solved, Project location (latitude and longitude), Performance measurement information, Total Project Cost (budget), etc.
  • Step 3: Wait for EOI Review and Invitation to Apply
  • EOI submissions are reviewed by the IAF Team and the Ministry of Agriculture and Food staff.
  • Successful EOIs will receive an invitation to apply, usually within a specific timeline (by September 2024).
  • Step 4: Complete the Application
  • Upon invitation, complete the application within 30 days.
  • Provide all necessary details and documentation, including permits, if applicable.
  • Step 5: Application Review
  • IAF will conduct an initial review and a secondary review by a Technical Review Committee.
  • If further technical review is required, it will be conducted by experts/specialists.
  • Step 6: Funding Decision
  • IAF will notify applicants by email of the funding decision within 10-12 weeks of application submission.
  • Unsuccessful applications will receive feedback and must re-apply for future intakes if needed.
  • Step 7: Contract and Project Commencement
  • If approved, applicants enter into a funding agreement with IAF detailing terms and conditions.
  • Projects can begin upon approval and must be completed within five years or by January 15, 2032, whichever is first.
  • Step 8: Reporting and Funding Reimbursement
  • Submission of progress reports and final reports via the IAF Client Portal.
  • Funding will be reimbursed based on actual expenses reported and an audit (if applicable).
  • Step 9: Funding Acknowledgement
  • Acknowledge funding in all public communications, pre-approved by the IAF Communications Team.

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The Agriculture Water Infrastructure Program (AWP) includes specific requirements and considerations for the application process and project implementation.
  • Expression of Interest (EOI) opened on July 3, 2024, and closes on July 24, 2024, at 4 PM.
  • Invitations to apply will be sent out in September 2024.
  • Projects can begin upon approval and must be completed by January 15, 2032.
  • Applications should include all required permits and technical requirements before submission.
  • Initial payment may be up to 50%, with interim and final payments based on actual expenses and reporting.
  • Funding acknowledgment is required when publicly communicating about a project.
  • Registration through the IAF Client Portal is required for application submission.
  • Eligible costs include materials, construction, and professional services, while used materials and non-agricultural activities are ineligible.

grant_single_labels|contact

awp@iafbc.ca
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