Grants

Explore the latest grant opportunities available to support recreation and parks work in BC.

Updated June 10, 2025

Grant Amount Deadline Purpose Application
Disaster Resilience and Innovation Funding program

100% of eligible costs for all applicants up to the approved project maximum.

Details here

 

EOIs due June 27, 2025

Enhance capacity to withstand and adapt to natural and climate-driven hazards.  Apply here
BC Community Climate Funding Guide Varies

Varies

An all-in-one guide of funding opportunities for climate action projects. Find funding opportunities here
UBCM's June Funding Update Varies

Varies

Various funding programs available for local governments. Find applications here
Community Emergency Preparedness Fund Varies

Varies

Enhance the resilience of communities in responding to emergencies and to reduce risks from future disasters due to natural hazards and climate-related risks. Apply here
TD Friends of the Environment Foundation Grant Varies. Typically between $2,000 and $8,000

July 15, 2025

To support a wide range of environmental initiatives, with a primary focus on environmental education and green space programs.  Apply here
Strategic Priorities Fund

Up to 100% of net-eligible costs of approved projects to a maximum of $7M

September 12, 2025

 Support infrastructure and capacity-building projects that are either large in scale, regional in impact, or innovative, and that align with the program's objectives of supporting productivity and economic growth, a clean environment, and strong cities and communities Apply here
Community to Community Program

Up $20,000 for: 

C2C Forums ($10,000 max) 

C2C Agreements and Joint Review of Bylaws/Policies ($10,000 max)

September 5, 2025

 Supports the advancement of First Nation and local government reconciliation and relationship building.  Apply here
Growing Canada’s Community Canopies - Tree Planting Up to $10M

September 18, 2025

 Funding to support planting the right trees in the right places. Apply here
Active Transportation Planning program grants Up to $30,000 September 30, 2025 Incorporate or enhance active transportation components of formal planning documents including research, engagement, and policy development. Apply here
Disability Alliance of BC accessibility funding Approx. $3,500 Contact DABC for details Establish an accessibility plan, have an accessibility committee, and offer a feedback mechanism on accessibility. Contact DABC staff for more details
Capital project: Retrofit of existing municipal buildings

Combined grant and loan for up to 80% of eligible costs.

Combined grant and loan up to a maximum of $10 million.

Grant up to 20% of total loan amount.

Open year round, unless all funding allocated  Retrofit a municipal building or portfolio of municipal buildings for higher energy performance and significant GHG emissions reduction. Apply here
Local Government Accessibilty Grant Up to $25,000 March 2026

Remove barriers for persons with disabilities by implementing one of the initiatives identified in Accessibility Plan or by Accessibility Committee.

Apply here