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Watercourse Crossing Remediation Grant Program
Funding for municipal watercourse crossing remediation
Last Update: April 27, 2026
Funding available
Varies by project
Timeline
- Closing date : September 30, 2022
Location
Alberta, Canada
Overview
This program provides financial and planning assistance for municipalities in Alberta. It supports watercourse crossing remediation, including inspection, assessment, design, and construction work to improve fish passage and reduce sedimentation.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Enhance an existing program
- Implement environmental initiatives
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Timeline
- Closing date : September 30, 2022
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
- All groups
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Watercourse crossing inspection programs using ABWCI.
- Aquatic assessments and engineering design for remediation.
- Repair or replacement of watercourse crossings and roadway infrastructure.
- Project data collection and reporting using ABWCI.
Documents Needed
- Completed and signed application form.
- Project proposal.
- Project financial plan and budget.
- Supporting letters of support or financial commitment.
- Maps, plans, and site photos.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Municipalities
Who is not eligible
- Non-municipal applicants.
- Applicants seeking funding for crossings not owned by a municipality.
Eligible expenses
- Staff salaries and benefits for project work.
- Travel, permits, equipment, materials, and operating costs.
- Technical consulting and professional services.
- Capital infrastructure, equipment purchases, and leases tied to the project.
- Post-project evaluation within the program term.
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Routine maintenance or repairs without clear fish passage or sedimentation benefits.
- Work on crossings not owned by a municipality.
- Existing staff salaries funded by other sources.
- GST, out-of-term costs, and unapproved expenses.
- Real property, structural works, fleet purchases, and non-ABWCI research or inventory programs.
Eligible geographic areas
- Alberta
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed as received.
- Eligible projects are assessed against program priorities and selection criteria.
- Funding depends on ministry priorities and available funding.
- Approved projects must meet required provincial and federal authorizations.
- Applicants may be asked to provide additional project information and supporting materials.
Additional information
- Applications are considered as they are received.
- Incomplete proposals may be returned or delayed.
- The program is administered by Alberta Forestry and Parks.
- The program is time-limited and covered the 2021-2024 period.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Watercourse Crossing Remediation Grant Program Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Watercourse Crossing Remediation Grant 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 Watercourse Crossing Remediation Grant Program?
This program provides financial and planning assistance for municipalities in Alberta. It supports watercourse crossing remediation, including inspection, assessment, design, and construction work to improve fish passage and reduce sedimentation.
Who is eligible for the Watercourse Crossing Remediation Grant Program program?
To be eligible for the Watercourse Crossing Remediation Grant Program program, you must:
Municipalities only.
Municipal watercourse crossings.
Improves fish passage or sedimentation.
What expenses are eligible under Watercourse Crossing Remediation Grant Program?
Watercourse crossing inspection programs using ABWCI.
Aquatic assessments and engineering design for remediation.
Repair or replacement of watercourse crossings and roadway infrastructure.
Project data collection and reporting using ABWCI.
Who can I contact for more information about the Watercourse Crossing Remediation Grant Program?
You can contact Government of Alberta by email at aep.wccrossing@gov.ab.ca. or by phone at (587) 215-3132.
Where is the Watercourse Crossing Remediation Grant Program available?
The Watercourse Crossing Remediation Grant Program program is available the province of Alberta.
Is the Watercourse Crossing Remediation Grant Program a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Watercourse Crossing Remediation Grant Program is a Grant and Funding
Who are the financial supporters of the Watercourse Crossing Remediation Grant Program?
Watercourse Crossing Remediation Grant Program is funded by Government of Alberta