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Wildlife Damage Claims
Wildlife damage compensation and prevention support
Funding available
$ 150 - $ 5,000
Deadline
Open continuously
Location
Saskatchewan, Canada
Overview
Supports Saskatchewan producers affected by wildlife damage to crops and livestock. The program also funds prevention measures and includes compensation for crop losses, predation losses, and selected wildlife control activities.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Implement environmental initiatives
- Reduce environmental footprint
- Renovate or adapt facilities
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 5,000 $
- Minimum amount : 150 $
- Up to 100% of project cost
Funds Providers
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Saskatchewan
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
- Wildlife damage compensation for crops.
- Wildlife predation compensation for livestock and other eligible animals.
- Wildlife damage prevention measures.
- Feral wild boar control.
- Honey bee protection and compensation measures.
Documents Needed
- Claim details and damage report
- Inspection evidence or photos of the damage
- Original receipts for reimbursable prevention costs
- Proof of registration for registered livestock or specialty animals, if applicable
- Receipts and records for veterinary costs or treatment, if applicable
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Saskatchewan producers.
- Producers with crop damage from wildlife.
- Producers with livestock or specialty animal losses caused by predators.
- Beekeepers and producers seeking wildlife damage prevention support.
Who is not eligible
- Producers outside Saskatchewan.
- Applicants without a wildlife-related loss or prevention need.
- Claims without the required evidence of predator attack.
- Applicants who do not meet required prevention or control obligations.
Eligible expenses
- Crop loss compensation based on wildlife damage.
- Livestock injury or death compensation caused by predators.
- Veterinary costs for injured animals.
- Approved wildlife damage prevention measures, including fencing and guardian dog support.
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Labour costs for fence installation.
- GST, travel, tools, and replacement batteries for existing fencers.
- Fence for grain bag storage.
- Claims without sufficient evidence of a predator attack.
- Volunteer crops, late-planted crops, unsuitable land, or crops left after harvest is generally completed.
Eligible geographic areas
- Saskatchewan
Selection criteria
- Strength of evidence supporting the claim.
- Completion of required inspection before payment.
- Compliance with required prevention or control measures.
- Clear link between the loss and wildlife activity.
How to apply
- Step 1: Report the damage
- Contact SCIC as soon as wildlife damage is detected.
- Use the local office, phone, or email to register the claim.
- Step 2: Prepare for inspection
- Keep the damaged area available for assessment before harvesting, feeding, or grazing.
- Preserve carcass evidence, photos, receipts, or other required proof.
- Step 3: Complete assessment
- Cooperate with the adjuster or inspector during the review.
- Provide any requested supporting information for the claim.
- Step 4: Receive compensation or reimbursement
- Wait for SCIC’s decision after the assessment is completed.
- For prevention support, submit the required form and supporting receipts where applicable.
Processing and Agreement
- Damage must be reported to SCIC as soon as it is detected.
- An adjuster or inspector reviews the damage and supporting evidence.
- Claim assessments are based on observed evidence and yield loss or carcass evidence, depending on the claim type.
- Payment is issued only after inspection and assessment are completed.
Additional information
- No prior enrolment or SCIC coverage is required.
- Producers must report wildlife damage as soon as it is detected.
- Some claims require inspection before payment is issued.
- Original receipts may be required for certain prevention reimbursements.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Wildlife Damage Claims Program
What is the Wildlife Damage Claims?
Supports Saskatchewan producers affected by wildlife damage to crops and livestock. The program also funds prevention measures and includes compensation for crop losses, predation losses, and selected wildlife control activities.
How much funding can be received?
Wildlife Damage Claims Funds up to 100% of admissible expenses, capped at $5,000 per project.
Who is eligible for the Wildlife Damage Claims program?
To be eligible for the Wildlife Damage Claims program, you must:
Saskatchewan producers only.
Wildlife-related crop or livestock damage.
Prompt reporting and inspection cooperation.
What expenses are eligible under Wildlife Damage Claims?
Wildlife damage compensation for crops.
Wildlife predation compensation for livestock and other eligible animals.
Wildlife damage prevention measures.
Feral wild boar control.
Honey bee protection and compensation measures.
Who can I contact for more information about the Wildlife Damage Claims?
You can contact Saskatchewan Crop Insurance Corporation (SCIC) by email at customer.service@scic.ca or by phone at 1-888-935-0000.
Where is the Wildlife Damage Claims available?
The Wildlife Damage Claims program is available the province of Saskatchewan.
Is the Wildlife Damage Claims a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Wildlife Damage Claims is a Grant and Funding