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Wildlife Damage Compensation Program

Q: How much funding can be received?

Wildlife Damage Compensation Program Funds up to 80% of admissible expenses, capped at $35000 per project.

Q: What is the deadline to apply?

The deadline to apply is not specified.

Q: Is the Wildlife Damage Compensation Program a grant, loan, or tax credit?

Wildlife Damage Compensation Program is a Grant and Funding

Q: Who are the financial supporters of the Wildlife Damage Compensation Program?

Wildlife Damage Compensation Program is funded by Government of New Brunswick, Aquaculture and Fisheries (NB)

Q: Who is eligible for the Wildlife Damage Compensation Program program?

To be eligible for the Wildlife Damage Compensation Program program, you must: • Must be a New Brunswick agricultural producer. • Must report wildlife damage/loss within 72 hours (before crop harvest/inspection). • Must take reasonable measures to prevent/limit wildlife damage.

Q: Who can I contact for more information about the Wildlife Damage Compensation Program?

You can contact Government of New Brunswick by email at DAAF-MAAP@gnb.ca.

Q: Where is the Wildlife Damage Compensation Program available?

The Wildlife Damage Compensation Program program is available the province of New Brunswick.

Last Update: January 9, 2026

NB, Canada

Compensates New Brunswick producers for wildlife-related crop and livestock losses

Grant and Funding

Aquaculture and Fisheries (NB)

Government of New Brunswick

At a glance

Funding available

Financing goals

Develop employee skills

Eligible Funding

Maximum amount : 35,000 $
Minimum amount : 500 $
Up to 80% of project cost

Timeline

Open Date : July 9, 2024

Eligible candidates

Eligible Industries

Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting

Location

New Brunswick

Legal structures

For-profit business
Sole proprietorship

Annual revenue

All revenue ranges

Organisation size

All organization sizes

Audience

Rural or Northern Residents
Canadians

Overview

The Wildlife Damage Compensation Program provides New Brunswick agricultural producers with up to $35,000 per year (up to 80% compensation) to offset eligible crop losses and livestock death or injury caused by wildlife. Eligible activities include reporting and allowing inspection of damage within 72 hours and taking reasonable prevention measures such as fencing, netting, scare devices, and other best management practices.

Activities funded

Reporting and having assessed wildlife-caused damage to eligible crops for compensation.
Reporting and having assessed wildlife-caused death or injury (predation) of eligible livestock for compensation.

Examples of admissible projects:

$ 240,000

Research and development of a clean technology for recycling plastics

$ 280,000

Innovative project to create biogas from agricultural waste

$ 175,000

Developing a green roof initiative to reduce urban heat

$ 200,000

Developing a sustainable wind energy project to reduce greenhouse gas emissions

$ 220,000

Pilot project testing biofuel solutions for public transportation

$ 150,000

Piloting a solar energy project aimed at sustainable energy solutions at Calgary's community centers

Eligibility

The applicant must be an agricultural producer in New Brunswick.
The claim must relate to crop damage or livestock loss/injury caused by wildlife.
The producer must report the damage or loss to the Department within 72 hours of discovering it.
The damage or loss must be confirmed by the Department (and crops must not be harvested before inspection).
For crop claims, the producer must have at least $500 in losses and the damaged area must be at least 0.25 acres.

Who is eligible?

New Brunswick agricultural producers (crop producers)
New Brunswick agricultural producers (livestock producers)

Who is not eligible

Non-agricultural businesses (i.e., organizations that are not New Brunswick agricultural producers).
Agricultural operations located outside New Brunswick.

Eligible expenses

Losses of eligible crops and other eligible agricultural products damaged by wildlife.
Losses due to wildlife predation causing death or injury to eligible livestock.

Eligible geographic areas

New Brunswick, Canada.

Selection criteria

There are evaluation and selection criteria for this grant. The evaluation and selection criteria include:

Alignment with program objectives
Demonstrated need for funding
Feasibility and sustainability of the project
Organizational capacity to deliver on the project
Potential economic impact

How to apply

Eligibility Check

Review the eligibility criteria for the grant to ensure your service aligns with the program objectives.
Compile necessary documents to demonstrate eligibility (e.g., proof of business registration, service offerings).

Application Preparation

Gather required documentation, including financial statements, project plan, and timelines.
Prepare a detailed project description that outlines the purpose of the service and its expected impact.
Draft a budget proposal along with any supporting financial documents.

Complete Application Form

Download or access the application form from the New Brunswick government's official site.
Fill out all sections of the application form carefully, ensuring all information is accurate and up to date.
Check for any mandatory fields and required signatures.

Submit Application

Review the completed application form and all accompanying documents to verify all required information has been included.
Submit the application through the specified channel, whether it be online via the portal or by mail to the designated address of the funding body.

Confirmation and Follow-Up

Receive confirmation of application receipt from the government entity.
Keep track of the application status by noting down any reference numbers provided.
Follow up with the funding body if feedback or further documentation is requested.

Additional information

The cause or probable cause of the loss must be confirmed by the Department before compensation can be assessed.
Compensation is assessed from the date the damage or loss is reported and is not retroactive.
Damaged crops must not be harvested before an inspection is completed by Department staff.
The program is administered by the New Brunswick Agricultural Insurance Commission (NBAIC), and producers do not need to be an Agricultural Insurance client to receive compensation.

Contacts

DAAF-MAAP@gnb.ca

NB, Canada

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Frequently Asked Questions about the Wildlife Damage Compensation Program Program

Here are answers to the most common questions about the Wildlife Damage Compensation 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.