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Vision Zero in Road Safety Grant Program
Funding for safer roads in British Columbia
Last Update: May 26, 2026
Funding available
$ 20,000
Timeline
- Closing date : November 28, 2025
Location
British Columbia, Canada
Overview
This program provides up to $20,000 per project to support safer roads for vulnerable road users in British Columbia. It funds infrastructure improvements, policy or enforcement initiatives, educational campaigns, and other innovative road safety projects.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Raise awareness or mobilize a population
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 20,000 $
Timeline
- Closing date : November 28, 2025
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Public administration
Location
- British Columbia
Legal structures
- Non-profit
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Economic, Social and Community Development
- Civic and Advocacy Organizations
Target groups
- General public
- Indigenous peoples
- Rural / Remote communities
- Minority groups
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- Provincial
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Low-cost infrastructure improvements to roadways
- Road safety planning, policies, and enforcement measures
- Educational and public awareness campaigns
- Indigenous-led road safety priorities
Documents Needed
- Completed application form
- Supporting documents, such as letters of support
- Project images or references, if applicable
- Invoices, if applicable
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Local governments
- Indigenous governments
- Public sector organizations
- Non-governmental organizations
Who is not eligible
- Crown corporations
- Projects involving BC Ministry of Transportation and Transit roads
Eligible expenses
- Project supplies and materials
- Staff salaries and contractor fees related to the project
- Costs for engineering or government administrator approval for construction-related projects
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Profit-making activities, programs, or projects
- Cash prizes
- Alcohol and other drug purchases
- Ongoing operating expenses for established programs or projects
- Infrastructure projects on BC Ministry of Transportation and Transit roads
Eligible geographic areas
- British Columbia
Selection criteria
- Strength of the application and clarity of the proposed project
- How well the project is expected to reduce road-related injuries
- Alignment with Vision Zero and Safe System principles
- Use of local data and a clear way to measure success
- Partnerships and stakeholder support
How to apply
- Step 1: Prepare your application
- Review the application form and gather supporting materials.
- If needed, request a complimentary road safety engineer consultation before the deadline.
- Step 2: Complete the application form
- Fill in the required sections online or use an accepted alternative format.
- Include project details and any supporting documents requested by the program.
- Step 3: Submit online
- Submit the completed application through the grant portal.
- If submitting by an alternative method, contact the BC Injury Research and Prevention Unit for instructions.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed after submission and decisions are issued later in the intake cycle.
- Successful applicants receive a funding letter that must be signed before payment is released.
- Recipients must complete a midpoint check-in and a final evaluation report.
- Project extensions may be considered on a case-by-case basis.
Additional information
- Applicants may request a complimentary consultation with a road safety engineer for project planning.
- Alternative application formats are accepted, including video, audio, and PowerPoint.
- Applicants may submit up to three applications per intake.
- Project extensions may be considered on a case-by-case basis.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Vision Zero in Road Safety Grant Program Program
What is the Vision Zero in Road Safety Grant Program?
This program provides up to $20,000 per project to support safer roads for vulnerable road users in British Columbia. It funds infrastructure improvements, policy or enforcement initiatives, educational campaigns, and other innovative road safety projects.
How much funding can be received?
Vision Zero in Road Safety Grant Program Funds up to $20,000 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Vision Zero in Road Safety Grant Program program?
To be eligible for the Vision Zero in Road Safety Grant Program program, you must:
Eligible organization type
Project in British Columbia
Road safety for vulnerable users
What expenses are eligible under Vision Zero in Road Safety Grant Program?
Low-cost infrastructure improvements to roadways
Road safety planning, policies, and enforcement measures
Educational and public awareness campaigns
Indigenous-led road safety priorities
Who can I contact for more information about the Vision Zero in Road Safety Grant Program?
You can contact BC Injury Research and Prevention Unit (BCIRPU) by email at bcinjury@bcchr.ca.
Where is the Vision Zero in Road Safety Grant Program available?
The Vision Zero in Road Safety Grant Program program is available the province of British Columbia.
Is the Vision Zero in Road Safety Grant Program a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Vision Zero in Road Safety Grant Program is a Grant and Funding