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Wildlife Workshops
Educate young people about the province's wildlife habitats and wildlife
Last Update: April 1, 2026
Funding available
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Timeline
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Location
Quebec, Canada
Overview
The "Ateliers fauniques" grant program in Quebec aims to educate young people about wildlife habitats and Quebec wildlife by offering free educational workshops in collaboration with the Sépaq. The program targets highschools, vocational training centers, and adult education centers to provide enriching and fun nature experiences for students. The workshops involve hands-on learning activities in outdoor settings led by park rangers to increase knowledge of local fauna and habitats and promote biodiversity conservation.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Reduce environmental footprint
- Develop workforce skills
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Timeline
- Archived
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Educational services
Location
- Quebec
Legal structures
- All legal structures
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Youth (<40)
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Participation in the "Sur les traces de la faune" wildlife workshop.
- Exploration of various animal habitats.
- Research activities to identify signs of animal presence in selected habitats.
- Engagement in educational presentations about the relationship between fauna and its habitats.
- Discussion on proper behavior for wildlife observation.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Secondary educational institutions
- Professional training centers
- Adult general education centers
Eligible expenses
The eligible projects for this grant focus on educating youth about Quebec's wildlife and their habitats, promoting hands-on conservation experiences in natural settings. Participating groups can engage in activities that combine outdoor learning, wildlife observation, and interactive education.
- Participating in outdoor workshops facilitated by Sépaq naturalist park rangers in one of the seven participating national parks.
- Attending educational sessions about the relationship between wildlife and their habitats.
- Engaging in discussions about appropriate behaviors for observing wildlife in their natural settings.
- Exploring different habitats in small groups as part of the discovery activities.
- Searching for signs of animal presence in selected habitats as part of the workshop activities.
Eligible geographic areas
- Québec, Canada
Additional information
- Workshops include free participation and day access to the national parks for students and their chaperones.
- Each educational institution may submit multiple applications, but each group of youth can only participate once.
- The workshops are available in both short (1h15) and long (2h30) versions, allowing for flexibility while covering the same educational content.
- The workshops aim to foster a deeper understanding and participation in biodiversity conservation among students.
- The initiative is orchestrated by the Société des établissements de plein air du Québec (Sépaq), highlighting its focus on outdoor learning.
- There is a focus on equitable regional distribution of the workshops.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Wildlife Workshops Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Wildlife Workshops. 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 Wildlife Workshops?
The "Ateliers fauniques" grant program in Quebec aims to educate young people about wildlife habitats and Quebec wildlife by offering free educational workshops in collaboration with the Sépaq. The program targets highschools, vocational training centers, and adult education centers to provide enriching and fun nature experiences for students. The workshops involve hands-on learning activities in outdoor settings led by park rangers to increase knowledge of local fauna and habitats and promote biodiversity conservation.
Who is eligible for the Wildlife Workshops program?
To be eligible for the Wildlife Workshops program, you must:
The application must be submitted by a recognized educational institution by the Ministry of Education of Quebec, such as a secondary school, vocational training center, or adult general education center.
The request must involve one or more groups of at least five young people and adhere to the maximum capacity of the national park visited.
The proposed activity must be one of the wildlife workshops offered by Sépaq as part of this initiative and take place in one of the seven participating national parks.
What expenses are eligible under Wildlife Workshops?
Participation in the "Sur les traces de la faune" wildlife workshop.
Exploration of various animal habitats.
Research activities to identify signs of animal presence in selected habitats.
Engagement in educational presentations about the relationship between fauna and its habitats.
Discussion on proper behavior for wildlife observation.
Who can I contact for more information about the Wildlife Workshops?
You can contact Quebec Ministry of the Environment and the Fight Against Climate Change (MELCC) by email at ateliers-fauniques@faqdd.qc.ca.
Where is the Wildlife Workshops available?
The Wildlife Workshops program is available the province of Quebec.
Who are the financial supporters of the Wildlife Workshops?
Wildlife Workshops is funded by Quebec Ministry of the Environment and the Fight Against Climate Change (MELCC)
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