Through its Conservation Fund, the Regional District of North Okanagan (RDNO) awarded $104,490 in 2024 to six projects to help conserve natural areas and restore and protect water, land and wildlife. OCCP assists the RDNO staff by promoting the fund, supporting local organizations to develop grant submissions, coordinating the technical advisory committee who review grant submissions, and making recommendations of support to the RDNO board of directors.
The North Okanagan Conservation Fund is now accepting applications for funding until the deadline: October 31 at 4:30 pm.
The North Okanagan Conservation Fund provides local financial support for projects that will contribute to the conservation of valuable natural areas and help restore and protect a healthy environment.
In 2023, the Regional District of North Okanagan (RDNO) awarded $98,000 to six local organizations running projects to help conserve natural areas and restore and protect water, land, and wildlife. Funding came from the RDNO's Conservation Fund which is funded through a dedicated tax.
Applications for the next round of funding are now being accepted.
The Sustainable Development Challenge SemiFinal is coming to the Mary Irwin Theatre (Kelowna) on February 25th. Register your students to form teams and compete for over $7500 in prizes.
Funding is available for projects in BC from the federal government's EDF (Environmental Damages Fund), but subject to the application process as well as eligibility and applicable use restrictions.
Could your Canadian charity or non-profit organization use a new roof or flooring (or landscape tiles, playground surfaces, garden mulch or kid's play structures) made from recycled rubber? Kal’s RePlay Fund helps cover the cost of projects that turn scrap tires into new rubber products to enhance facilities in the communities we serve.
Interested in removing harmful substances and plastic waste from fresh water, or improving and restoring aquatic habitat?
Environment and Climate Change Canada's (ECCC) EcoAction Community Funding Program is now accepting funding applications. Funding is available for new projects that engage Canadians and clearly demonstrate measurable, positive results related to the key environmental priority of fresh water. Proposals engaging Indigenous Peoples, youth, and/or small businesses will get preference.
Telus Community Board Grants support initiatives from Canadian registered charities and qualified donees that focus on local, grassroots community-based health and education programs. They put community funding in the hands of local leaders working to help youth reach their full potential.
The Government of Canada’s Habitat Stewardship Program for Aquatic Species at Risk provides funding for projects that support the recovery of endangered, threatened, and other species at risk and their habitats. It encourages Canadians from all walks of life to engage in conservation actions that benefit wildlife.
Proposals for the 2020-2021 cycle are now being accepted.
The Aboriginal Fund for Species at Risk (AFSAR; Species at Risk Stream and Prevention Stream) is now accepting applications for the 2020-2021 funding cycle.
Since 2004 AFSAR has supported the development of Indigenous capacity to participate actively in the implementation of the Species at Risk Act (SARA). AFSAR also supports and promotes the conservation, protection and recovery of target species and their habitats on Indigenous lands and territories.
Systems Change Grants support projects that take action to address the root causes of pressing social, environmental or cultural issues by influencing the behaviours of populations, organizations, and institutions. Short-term grants (Develop grants) are a one-time application that can be submitted any time throughout the year and decisions are made the following month. The next granting cycle for multi-year grants (Test and Scale grants) opens January 2, 2019.
The James L. Baillie Memorial Fund for Bird Research and Preservation is accepting applications for Regular and Small Grants. These grants go to individuals, groups and organizations for projects that advance the understanding, appreciation, and conservation of wild birds and their habitats. Regular Grants go up to $5000, while Small Grants can be up to $1000.
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