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Wolastoq/Saint John River Freshwater Ecosystem Initiative
Supports freshwater protection projects in the watershed
Last Update: June 4, 2026
Funding available
$ 200,000
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
New Brunswick, Quebec, Canada
Overview
This program provides up to $200,000 per project to support freshwater protection in the Wolastoq/Saint John River watershed. It funds projects focused on nutrient reduction, science and knowledge, and Indigenous-led water quality initiatives.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Implement environmental initiatives
- Conduct research and development activities
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 200,000 $
- Up to 30% of project cost
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- New Brunswick, Quebec
Legal structures
- All legal structures
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Indigenous Peoples
- Canadians
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Nutrient reduction actions and demonstrations
- Research, monitoring, modeling, and knowledge-sharing on water quality issues
- Indigenous-led water quality capacity building and engagement
- Collaboration and partnerships to address watershed water quality
Documents Needed
- Project proposal
- Application form submitted in GCEMS
- Budget completed in GCEMS
- Confirmation of all funding sources
- Project design and delivery summary
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Not-for-profit organizations
- Indigenous organizations, governments, boards, communities and associations
- Research, academic and educational institutions
- Municipal and local governments
Who is not eligible
- Businesses and industry
- Federal government organizations
- Provincial government organizations
Eligible expenses
- Human resources, including salaries and benefits
- Professional services, communications, translation, audit and legal fees
- Travel, hospitality, venues and conference costs directly tied to the project
- Materials, supplies, printing, equipment and vehicle costs
- Contractors, land securement costs, and limited overhead
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Standalone monitoring or data collection projects
- Stream clean-ups, conferences, workshops, meetings, and similar single-issue actions
- Ocean-based and fish-based ecosystem projects
- Infrastructure projects
Eligible geographic areas
- Canadian portion of the Wolastoq/Saint John River watershed
- Quebec
- New Brunswick
Processing and Agreement
- Applications undergo a three-stage review: administrative, technical, and committee review.
- Applicants are notified in writing of the decision.
- Approved projects must negotiate a Contribution Agreement before funding is confirmed.
- Payments are made only after required reports are submitted, reviewed, and approved.
- A final report is required before final payment is released.
Additional information
- Unsuccessful projects may be resubmitted in a future call for applications.
- Applicants must report on relevant performance indicators throughout the project.
- All applicants are notified in writing after the departmental decision.
- A Contribution Agreement must be negotiated before funding is confirmed.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Wolastoq/Saint John River Freshwater Ecosystem Initiative Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Wolastoq/Saint John River Freshwater Ecosystem Initiative. 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 Wolastoq/Saint John River Freshwater Ecosystem Initiative?
This program provides up to $200,000 per project to support freshwater protection in the Wolastoq/Saint John River watershed. It funds projects focused on nutrient reduction, science and knowledge, and Indigenous-led water quality initiatives.
How much funding can be received?
Wolastoq/Saint John River Freshwater Ecosystem Initiative Funds up to 30% of admissible expenses, capped at $200,000 per project.
Who is eligible for the Wolastoq/Saint John River Freshwater Ecosystem Initiative program?
To be eligible for the Wolastoq/Saint John River Freshwater Ecosystem Initiative program, you must:
Canadian-based organization
Project in Quebec or New Brunswick watershed area
Must address one program priority
What expenses are eligible under Wolastoq/Saint John River Freshwater Ecosystem Initiative?
Nutrient reduction actions and demonstrations
Research, monitoring, modeling, and knowledge-sharing on water quality issues
Indigenous-led water quality capacity building and engagement
Collaboration and partnerships to address watershed water quality
Who can I contact for more information about the Wolastoq/Saint John River Freshwater Ecosystem Initiative?
You can contact Government of Canada by email at WOLASTOQSaintJohn-WOLASTOQsaintJean@cwa-aec.gc.ca or by phone at none.
Where is the Wolastoq/Saint John River Freshwater Ecosystem Initiative available?
The Wolastoq/Saint John River Freshwater Ecosystem Initiative program is available the province of New Brunswick, Quebec.
Is the Wolastoq/Saint John River Freshwater Ecosystem Initiative a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Wolastoq/Saint John River Freshwater Ecosystem Initiative is a Partnering and Collaboration