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World Wildlife Fund Canada - Arctic Species Conservation Fund
Last Update: February 3, 2026
Canada
Supports Arctic wildlife and habitat conservation initiatives
Grant and Funding
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
No objectives are currently available
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 25,000 $
Timeline
- Closing date : December 31, 2025
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Educational services
- Other services (except public administration)
- Public administration
Location
- Canada
Legal structures
- Non-profit
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Research
- Environment
- Animal Protection
Target groups
- All the groups
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- All dimensions
Overview
The Arctic Species Conservation Fund provides up to $25,000 per year to support stewardship and research initiatives focused on wildlife and habitats in the Canadian Arctic. Projects can take place across northern Canada, with priority given to initiatives based in Nunavut.
Activities funded
- Stewardship initiatives focused on wildlife and habitats in the Canadian Arctic
- Research initiatives focused on wildlife and habitats in the Canadian Arctic
Examples of admissible projects:
$ 24,850
Community-led monitoring of Arctic char habitat and water quality
$ 24,975
Stewardship program to reduce disturbance at coastal nesting sites
Documents Needed
Eligibility
- The proposed initiative must focus on stewardship and/or research related to wildlife and habitats in the Canadian Arctic.
- The project should support conservation of the Arctic environment.
- The application must be submitted to WWF-Canada for consideration.
Who is eligible?
- Hunters and Trappers Organizations
- Governments
- Universities
- Independent researchers
- Non-government organizations
Who is not eligible
Eligible expenses
Ineligible Costs and Activities
Eligible geographic areas
- Northern Canada (projects anywhere across northern Canada)
- Nunavut (projects based in Nunavut prioritized)
Selection criteria
How to apply
- Step 1: Pre-application discussion
- Discuss the project with WWF-Canada staff in advance to support proposal development.
- Step 2: Prepare proposal
- Develop a final proposal for the planned stewardship and/or research initiative.
- Ensure timing allows submission at least six weeks before the project start date.
- Step 3: Submit application
- Email the application to WWF-Canada for consideration.
Processing and Agreement
- Proposals are accepted and reviewed on a rolling basis throughout the year.
Additional information
- WWF-Canada encourages applicants to discuss project ideas with program staff in advance to support proposal development.
- Proposals are accepted and reviewed on a rolling basis throughout the year.
- Final proposals should be submitted at least six weeks before the planned project start date.
Contacts
arcticspecies@wwfcanada.org
Canada
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