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World Wildlife Fund Canada - Arctic Species Conservation Fund

Q: Who is eligible for the World Wildlife Fund Canada - Arctic Species Conservation Fund program?

To be eligible for the World Wildlife Fund Canada - Arctic Species Conservation Fund program, you must: Arctic wildlife or habitat focus Stewardship and/or research initiative Supports Arctic conservation

Q: Who can I contact for more information about the World Wildlife Fund Canada - Arctic Species Conservation Fund?

You can contact WWF Canada by email at arcticspecies@wwfcanada.org.

Q: Where is the World Wildlife Fund Canada - Arctic Species Conservation Fund available?

The World Wildlife Fund Canada - Arctic Species Conservation Fund program is available across Canada.

Last Update: March 3, 2026

Canada

Supports Arctic wildlife and habitat conservation initiatives

Grant and Funding

Processing And Agreement

Other info

Contact

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.

At a glance

Funding available

Financing goals

Increasing community impact

Develop strategic partnerships

Research and experimental development

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

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

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

Eligible geographic areas

Northern Canada (projects anywhere across northern Canada)
Nunavut (projects based in Nunavut prioritized)

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

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Frequently Asked Questions about the World Wildlife Fund Canada - Arctic Species Conservation Fund Program

Here are answers to the most common questions about the World Wildlife Fund Canada - Arctic Species Conservation Fund. 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.