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2 | This spreadsheet is maintained by the Outdoor Recreation Council of BC. While we aim to update it regularily, we take no responsibility for the accuracy of any of the information. | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||
3 | If you come across any dead links or if you would like us to add additional opportunities to the sheet, contact us at info@orcbc.ca | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||
4 | Newly added opportunities will be flagged using this colour. | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||
5 | FUND NAME | FUNDER | DESCRIPTION | FUNDER PRIORITIES | WEBSITE | DEADLINE CLOSES | ELIGIBILITY | NOTES | |||||||||||||||||||
6 | 1% for the Planet | 1% for the Planet is a global network with thousands of businesses and environmental organizations working together to support people and the planet. | Environment | https://onepercentfortheplanet.org/ | Non-profits | ||||||||||||||||||||||
7 | 7Mesh Event Donations | 7Mesh | To celebrate the Adventure, Beauty, and Camaraderie of cycling, and to foster its ability to enrich and serve communities globally. | https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfVMgEUV14AG00LLwZrxbxIoCtY5g9T5qSinqqw8uJ3-Wit4w/viewform | |||||||||||||||||||||||
8 | Accessibility Projects Grants | Disability Alliance BC | These grants are for community-based projects focusing on one of the following objectives to increase accessibility for people with disabilities: Accessible employment; Accessible emergency planning and response; Accessible arts, culture and tourism; Accessible sports and recreation; Accessible education and learning; Accessible community participation. | Accessibility, disabilities | https://disabilityalliancebc.org/program/accessibility-projects/ | Eligible organizations must be BC-based not-for-profit organizations that operate primarily for community benefit and whose services are open to the public and not restricted to the organization’s membership. Organizations do not need to be a registered charity but must have a democratically elected volunteer Board chosen by its membership. National or international organizations may be eligible, but only if they have a base of operations in BC and sufficient capacity to deliver services in BC. | |||||||||||||||||||||
9 | Age Friendly Communities Grant Program | BC Healthy Communities | The Age-friendly Communities Grants are delivered by BC Healthy Communities (BCHC) in partnership with the BC Ministry of Health (MoH) and funded by the MoH. In an age-friendly community, older adults are supported to age-in-place, living active, socially engaged, independent lives. | Seniors | https://bchealthycommunities.ca/index.php/afc-grants-application-guide/ | Eligible applicants are Indigenous and local governments (municipalities and regional districts) in British Columbia | |||||||||||||||||||||
10 | AllTrails Stewards Fund | AllTrails | AllTrails' Stewardship Fund support projects expanding outdoor access and preserving outdoor spaces. Funding ranges $2,000 to $10,000. | Trail projects | https://publiclands.alltrails.com/stewards-fund | ||||||||||||||||||||||
11 | Arc’teryx Community Grants | Arc’teryx | Arc'Teryx provides grants of $10,000 to $50,000 for community-led projects in equitable access, conservation, stewardship, circularity or skills building. | Climb, snow, trail | https://arcteryxgrants.smapply.org/res/p/faq/ | In a first step, Arc'Teryx employees nominate community groups in May 2026. Reach out to Arc'Teryx employees in your network. | |||||||||||||||||||||
12 | ATVBC Trail Development and Maintenance Grant | ATVBC | The ATVBC Trail Development and Maintenance Grant program was created to help assist clubs and their hardworking volunteers on the important work they do around the province to create and maintain mixed use trails for the public. | Recreation, safety, environment | https://atvbc.ca/atvbc-club-grants | ATVBC member clubs. | |||||||||||||||||||||
13 | Audain Foundation - Wildlife Conservation Grants | Audain Foundation | The Foundation supports organizations carrying out research, demonstration, and educational projects with the purpose of protecting and conserving wildlife in British Columbia’s land and surrounding waters. | Please contact the foundation (info@audainfoundation.com) for more information about wildlife conservation grant applications. | https://audainfoundation.com/#contact | ||||||||||||||||||||||
14 | Bass Pro Shop & Cabela's Outdoor Fund | Bass Pro Shops | Local impact grants support projects with up to $5,000 that engage communities near their retail locations and align with Conserving Wildlife and Habitat or Connecting New Audiences to the Outdoors. | Conservation and Inclusion | https://about.basspro.com/community/support/ | Registered nonprofits, municipalities, public institutions, registered charities | |||||||||||||||||||||
15 | B.C. Active Transportation Infrastructure Grants Program | Province of British Columbia | The B.C. Active Transportation Infrastructure Grants Program offers two grant options for Indigenous governments and local governments, including municipalities, regional districts, Islands Trust, and Indigenous Economic Development corporation where the Nation is the shareholder. Indigenous applicants or partnership applications between Indigenous and local governments may apply anytime. Non-Indigenous applicants must apply during an annual intake period. | Infrastructure, active transporation | https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/transportation/funding-engagement-permits/funding-grants/active-transportation-infrastructure-grants?keyword=Bike&keyword=bc&keyword=grants | Local governments. | |||||||||||||||||||||
16 | BC Community Gaming Grants | Province of British Columbia | Arts and Culture; Sport; Public Safety; Environment; Human and Social Services | Environment, public safety, human and social services | http://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/sports-culture/gambling-fundraising/gaming-grants/community-gaming-grants | Varies | Not-for-profit organizations that deliver community programs that benefit the citizens of British Columbia. | ||||||||||||||||||||
17 | BC Community Gaming Grants - Capital Project Grants | Province of British Columbia | Capital Project Grants (one of the funding streams through the Community Gaming Grants Program) provide $5 million annually to not-for-profit organizations to support the completion of inclusive, accessible capital projects that meet community-identified needs and priorities. | Eligible projects include outdoor structures, parks, natural areas, and trails. | https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/sports-culture/gambling-fundraising/gaming-grants/capital-project-grants#Overview | Not-for-profit organizations that deliver community programs that benefit the citizens of British Columbia. | |||||||||||||||||||||
18 | BC Conservation and Biodiversity Awards | BCCBA foundation | The awards are granted annually for actionable initiatives in BC which contribute to the improvement of BC’s natural environment and the preservation of its wilderness and biodiversity. | Environment | https://bccbawards.ca/awards-applications/ | December 31 | Qualified applicants must be BC based non-profit organizations, individuals or groups of individuals and the initiatives must take place in BC. | ||||||||||||||||||||
19 | BC Equestrian Trails Fund | HCBC | Construction,maintenance, or improvement of BC equestrian trail, trailhead, or camping site for public use | Recreation | https://hcbc.ca/membership/hcbc-members-funding/bc-trails-fund/ | Horse Council of BC member organizations | |||||||||||||||||||||
20 | Beem Foundation | Beem Credit Union | Grants between $2,500 and $10,000 for local community projects aligned with Funder's priorities. | Community wellbeing, education, financial wellness | https://beemcreditunion.ca/about-us/community | Qualified donee in good standing with the CRA. | |||||||||||||||||||||
21 | BFG Outstanding Trails | Tread Lightly | Grants help power local stewardship efforts from trail clean-ups to maintenance days and other small projects that make a big impact. Most grants are under $500 and can be used for essentials like tools, equipment, trash bags, and more. | Trail stewardship | https://treadlightly.org/stewardship/bfg-outstanding-trails/ | Clubs, select individuals, and motorized recreation organizations that are active members of Tread Lightly! are eligible to apply. Grants are primarily for US based clubs but Canadian applications will be considered. | |||||||||||||||||||||
22 | Building Economic Development Capacity | ETSI-BC | The two primary goals of ETSI-BC are as follows: Goal I: Economic Development Support and Facilitation:Contributing to economic growth and diversification in the Southern Interior of BC by following the comprehensive approach to economic development that is embodied in our five Strategic Pillars. Goal II: Sustainable Organizational Excellence: Fostering sustainable organizational excellence in our operations and stewardship of our endowment. | Economic development | https://www.etsi-bc.ca/funding-streams/building-economic-development-capacity/ | Applicants must be located in the Southern Interior service region of BC and a registered entity (ETSI-BC service area). Applicants can be: local governments, First Nations communities, Non-Profit Business Support organizations serving the region (ex. Chamber of Commerce, Community Futures, Indigenous buisness support organizations, industry associations, or accelerators). | |||||||||||||||||||||
23 | Canadian Cultural Spaces Fund | Government of Canada | The CCSF supports the improvement of physical conditions for arts, heritage culture and creative innovation. The Fund supports renovation and construction projects, the acquisition of specialized equipment and feasibility studies related to cultural spaces. | Arts and culture | https://www.canada.ca/en/canadian-heritage/services/funding/cultural-spaces-fund.html | Ongoing applications | Canadian Cultural Spaces Fund (CCFS) is in high demand and program funding is limited for this year (2024), applicants are encouraged to contact the CCFS advisor at the nearest Canadian Hertiage regional office before submitting an application. Organizations eligible for funding include: not-for-profit and/or heritage organizations, provincial/territorial governement and Indigenous (First Nations, Inuit, or Métis) governing body/agencies. | ||||||||||||||||||||
24 | Carthy Foundation | Initiatives that advance ecosystem-based adaptation to increase resilience and reduce vulnerability to flooding, drought, fire and other extreme events in Canada’s urban areas. | Environment | https://www.carthyfoundation.org/what-we-fund | |||||||||||||||||||||||
25 | Catherine Donnelly Foundation | The Catherine Donnelly Foundation funds projects that promote networking and coordinated activity to create social, environmental and structural change. | Environment and climate action | https://catherinedonnellyfoundation.org/our-work/environment/ | |||||||||||||||||||||||
26 | CIBC | CIBC | Championing healthy communities (emphasis on economic development) | Projects aligned to the following criteria will be considered: Initiatives that increase access and remove barriers to education or employment for underrepresented communities. Initiatives include skills development, employment services, educational programming and support Addressing the digital divide facing underserved communities through digital accessibility and affordability projects, technology courses, and digital skills training Upskilling and reskilling projects supporting underserved communities with a focus on the following in-demand areas: STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math), digital literacy, entrepreneurship, and cyber security Creating a sense of belonging for children aged 13 and under | https://www.cibc.com/en/about-cibc/corporate-responsibility/community-and-sponsorship/funding-guidelines.html | Ongoing. Four annual intakes. | Canadian registered charities, not-for-profits, or qualified donees. | ||||||||||||||||||||
28 | Co-op Marketing Partnerships Program | Destination BC | Provides co-operative marketing and promotion support to Regional Destination Marketing Organizations, Community Consortiums, Sector Organizations or approved Individual and Paired Communities in British Columbia. | Tourism | https://www.destinationbc.ca/what-we-do/funding-sources/co-op-marketing/ | Community consortiums (clusters) comprised of three or more eligible communities. (A community is defined as a geographic area with a DMO, or where a DMO does not exist, a municipal or village council, Indigenous community, or regional district.) | |||||||||||||||||||||
29 | Columbia Power Community Sponsorship Program | Columbia Power | Columbia Power is committed to translating hydropower facility investments into benefits for people who live in the West Kootenay region of the Columbia Basin. The Community and First Nations Sponsorship programs are examples of how Columbia Power works to help build strong partnerships and vibrant communities where we operate our facilities. | Environment, recreation, youth and community | https://columbiapower.org/partners/community/ | Ongoing | West Kootenay area; nonprofit; charitable | ||||||||||||||||||||
30 | Community Board Grants | TELUS | Preference is given to programs that best demonstrate how using technology can increase the effectiveness of their program to make positive impacts on communities. | Technology | https://www.friendlyfuture.com/en/foundation/apply-for-funding/community-board-grants?intcmp=foundation_tfff_apply-for-funding_button_community-board-grants | Varied depending on region | Canadian registered charities and qualified donees. | ||||||||||||||||||||
31 | Community Climate Action Events | Pacific Institute for Climate Solutions | The PICS Community Climate Action Events program supports community events that aim to advance climate action that has tangible impacts. Events could include a range of activities that inspire and contribute towards community climate action (e.g., planning and problem solving, building relationships and skills, and fostering meaningful conversations). | Climate action | https://climatesolutions.ca/current-funding-opportunities/climate-action-events-program/ | Community organizations (registered non-profits), Indigenous organizations and First Nations | |||||||||||||||||||||
32 | Community Engagement Grants | Fish and Wildlife Compensation Program | Projects to support fish and wildlife. | Fish, wildlife | https://fwcp.ca/community-engagement-grants/ | Coastal, Columbia, and Peace Regions. Up to $1,500 (quick application and response) | |||||||||||||||||||||
33 | Community Foundation of North Okanagan | CFNO | North Okanagan community projects | Community | https://www.cfno.org/grant-seekers | Registered charities and/or qualified donees under the Income Tax Act. | |||||||||||||||||||||
34 | Community Grants | BC Hydro | Safety education/Developing a clean and sustainable future | Safety, education | https://www.bchydro.com/community/community-giving/grants.html | ||||||||||||||||||||||
35 | Community Places | Northern Development | The Community Places program supports the creation, restoration or enhancement of community spaces that will improve amenities and enhance the overall quality of life. | Community | https://www.northerndevelopment.bc.ca/funding-programs/community-development/community-places/ | Multiple deadlines for different applications, find details at: https://www.northerndevelopment.bc.ca/about/events | Northern BC. Eligible projects must be community oriented and accessible to all members of the community (not limited to a private membership). | ||||||||||||||||||||
36 | Community Wellbeing Grant Program | Lululemon | Funds community-led charitable organizations around the globe advancing wellbeing through movement. We prioritize locally led solutions that use movement to address wellbeing challenges, including physical inactivity, loneliness, and the mental health crisis. | Equality, health | https://grants.lululemon.com/s/?language=en_US | Must be a registered non-profit or charity, or fiscally sponsored by one | |||||||||||||||||||||
37 | Devinci Community Grant Program | Devinci | Devinci's 2026 Community Grant Program is for organizations and associations from Canada or the United States. | This initiative has been created in partnership with "The Movement" to support North American cycling clubs, trail associations, and other types of cycling organizations with financial assistance to fund development projects within their communities. | https://www.devinci.com/en/community-grant-program/ | Cycling clubs, non-profit cycling organizations, trail associations, individuals involved in their community leading projects, as well as other related organizations active in the cycling sector. Projects must come to fruition in 2026. | |||||||||||||||||||||
38 | Drax Community Fund | Drax | Each of the communities where Drax operates has unique needs and opportunities. Our Community Fund was established to support grassroots organisations and community-led initiatives with donations of £500 to £10,000. | Education, life skills and employability; Health, wellbeing, and safety; Youth programmes; Essential community services; Improving community buildings and public spaces (including green spaces) | https://www.drax.com/about-us/our-communities/ | Not for profit organizations operating in Armstrong, Burns Lake, Houston, Lavington, Meadowbank, Princeton, Smithers, Prince Rupert, Prince George (in BC). | |||||||||||||||||||||
39 | EcoAction Community Funding Program | Government of Canada | Projects that have measurable, positive impacts on the environment. Your project must address the following Priority Result: Canadians contribute to improving freshwater quality through actions that reduce harmful substances in fresh water and/or restore and protect freshwater ecosystem health. | Environment, fish, wildlife,"fresh water" | https://www.canada.ca/en/environment-climate-change/services/environmental-funding/ecoaction-community-program.html | Non-profit organizations, charitable organizations. Specifically: enviromental groups, community groups, youth/senior groups, community-based associations, service clubs, domestic Indigenous governments/organizations/boards/comissions/communities/councils/associations/authorities. | |||||||||||||||||||||
40 | Economic Development Funding & Grants | Province of BC | Economic development and communities | Community, economic development | https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/employment-business/economic-development/funding-and-grants | Multiple deadlines for different applications, find details at: https://communityclimatefunding.gov.bc.ca/funding/ | Indigenous communities and local governments. | ||||||||||||||||||||
41 | Ecosystem Enhancement Program | Columbia Basin Trust | CBT's Ecosystem Enhancement Program will have a meaningful and measurable impact in supporting and strengthening ecosystem health in the Basin. The Program goal is to help maintain and improve ecological health and native biodiversity in a variety of ecosystems, such as wetlands, fish habitat, forests and grasslands. | Environment (improving ecological health/native biodiversity | https://ourtrust.org/grants-and-programs-directory/ecosystem-enhancement-program/ | No deadline. If you have an ecosystem enhancement or restoration project idea and are interested in applying, contact ecosystems@ourtrust.org to discuss your project idea. | Nonprofits, Indigenous communities and local govt in the CBT | ||||||||||||||||||||
42 | Enabling Accessibility Fund | Government of Canada | Supports capital costs of construction and renovations related to improving physical accessibility and safety for people with disabilities in Canadian communities and workplaces. | Accessibility, disabilities, infrastructure | https://www.canada.ca/en/employment-social-development/programs/enabling-accessibility-fund.html | Not-for-profit organizations; Municipalities; Indigenous organizations | |||||||||||||||||||||
43 | Environmental Dispute Resolution Fund (EDRF) | West Coast Environmental Law | Provides grants to British Columbians seeking to protect the environment through legal means. Two levels of grants available. | Environment, Indigenous | https://www.wcel.org/environmental-legal-aid/apply-edrf | Periodic deadlines. | Any person, organization, or group facing an environmental challenge that is of public interest in terms of enviromental protection. sustainability, or development of enviromental law. | ||||||||||||||||||||
44 | Fairs, Festivals and Events Fund | Province of BC | The B.C. Fairs, Festivals and Events fund (the BCFFE Fund) helps community event organizations recover from ongoing challenges related to cost increases Reduced revenue and sponsorships; rising costs of equipment and services; severe weather events. | Community, culture, heritage, sport | https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/tourism-immigration/tourism-resources/tourism-funding-programs/fairs-festivals-events-fund#eligibility | Indigenous community/organization, not-for-profit organization, business and local governments. | |||||||||||||||||||||
45 | First Peoples Cultural Council | First Peoples Cultural Council | FPCC Grant funding supports our communities to revitalize their Indigenous languages, arts and cultural heritage in B.C. | Language, heritage | https://fpcc.ca/grants/ | Varied deadlines depending on grant/program application | B.C. First Nations operating in B.C. including: recognized First Nations govt, bands, or tribal councils; not-for-profit societies; urban/off-reserve organizations; museums/cultural spaces; and schools/adult education. B.C. First Nations individuals can also apply for funding regarding art, music, or language programs. | ||||||||||||||||||||
46 | Foord Family Foundation Grants | Foord Family Foundation | The mission of the Foord Family Foundation is to create lasting positive impact in our community and beyond - North Okanagan. | Community | https://foordfamilyfoundation.org/ | Registered charities, registered Canadian amateur athletic association, registered Canadian housing corporation (low cost housing for aged), registered Canadian municipal/public body performing function of govt in Canada. Some abroad funding is available with connections to Canadian programs/peoples. | |||||||||||||||||||||
47 | Fortis Community Investment Program | Fortis BC | Safety – projects that promote natural gas and electrical safety, personal safety and accident avoidance Education – projects that promote natural gas and electrical trades, literacy and leadership Indigenous initiatives – projects that meet the unique needs of Indigenous groups, organizations or communities Environment – projects that directly benefit the environment | Safety, education, environment and Indigenous initiatives | https://www.fortisbc.com/in-your-community/community-investment | Ongoing | Registered charities, not-for-profit, community groups | ||||||||||||||||||||
48 | Funding Opportunities Site, Heritage Canada | Heritage BC | Continual development for BC heritage sector through community support, educational resources and grants for heritage projects throughout BC. | Heritage | https://heritagebc.ca/resources/funding-opportunities/ | Registered societies including non-profits, charities, local governments. First Nations governments/organizations and school boards. Religious organizations that own heritage assests may be considered if they have inclusive community supported programs or services. | |||||||||||||||||||||
49 | Go Wild with WWF-Canada | TELUS and WWF-Canada | Conservation, protection, rehabilitaiton and restoration of environment; education, capacity building and community development | Education, protect/restore habitats on school grounds | http://www.wwf.ca/takeaction/gowild/ | Schools (elementary, secondary, post-secondary and pre-schools). | |||||||||||||||||||||
50 | Grassland and Rangeland Enhancement Program | Columbia Basin Trust | If you have an idea that will maintain or enhance grassland resources while meeting conservation, environment and recreation objectives, this program could help support it. This program is delivered by the Kootenay Livestock Association. | Agriculture, environment | https://ourtrust.org/grants-and-programs-directory/grassland-and-rangeland/ | Application forms and guidelines are available through the Kootenay Livestock Association. | Nonprofit in the CBT | ||||||||||||||||||||
51 | Habitat Conservation Trust Foundation Grants | Province of BC and the Habitat Conservation Trust Foundation | Go to drop down menu bar for grants for projects that restore, maintain, or enhance native freshwater fish and wildlife populations and habitats. Environmental education, and stewardship projects. Projects that acquire land or interests in land to secure the value of these areas for conservation purposes. | Wildlife, environment | https://hctf.ca/ | Various. | |||||||||||||||||||||
52 | Habitat Stewardship Program | Government of Canada | Allocates funds to projects that conserve and protect species at risk and their habitats and help to preserve biodiversity as a whole. These funds promote the participation of local communities to help with the recovery of species at risk and preventing other species from becoming a conservation concern. | Habitat, Indigenous lense, stewardship, species at risk | https://www.canada.ca/en/environment-climate-change/services/environmental-funding/programs/habitat-stewardship-species-at-risk.html | Canadian non-governmental organizations Canadian community groups Canadian Indigenous organizations and communities Canadian individuals Canadian private corporations and businesses Canadian educational institutions Canadian provincial, territorial and municipal governments Canadian provincial Crown corporations | |||||||||||||||||||||
53 | Hamber Foundation Grants | Hamber Foundation | The Foundation makes grants for cultural, educational and charitable purposes within the Province of British Columbia. | Amateur athletics, educational resources, culture and creative arts, and health and welfare. | http://hamberfoundation.ca/index.php/grant/ | Application deadlines are March 15 and September 15 annually. | Institutions and organizations registered as "educational" or "charitable" under the Canadian Income Tax Act. | ||||||||||||||||||||
54 | Heidelberg Materials Community Giving | Heidelberg Materials | The company supports organizations in three main categories: Arts & Education, Environment, and Health & Well-being. Contributions within these categories are made to benefit public welfare and support charitable, scientific, educational, environmental, and safety purposes. | Arts & Education; Environment; Health and Wellbeing | https://www.heidelbergmaterials.us/home/sustainability/helps | Ongoing | Registered charities | ||||||||||||||||||||
55 | Honda Canada Foundation | Honda Canada | Funding for groups focused on family, environment, engineering and education initiatives. | Family, environment, engineering and education | http://www.hondacanadafoundation.ca/apply-for-funding | Ongoing | Charitable groups with CRA status; Educational institutions. | ||||||||||||||||||||
56 | iA Financial Group | iA Financial Group | Founded in 1892, iA Financial Group is one of the largest insurance and wealth management groups in Canada, with operations in the United States. | iA Financial Group financially support charities: That are registered with the Canada Revenue Agency and that issue tax receipts That aim to improve individuals’ quality of life That promote development in the areas of health, education, the environment and social services | https://ia.ca/about-us/donations-sponsorships | Ongoing | |||||||||||||||||||||
57 | Indigenous Languages and Cultures Program | Government of Canada | The objectives of the Indigenous Languages and Cultures Programs are to support: the efforts of Indigenous peoples to reclaim, revitalize, maintain and strengthen Indigenous languages and cultures and the production and distribution of Indigenous audio and video | Indigenous | https://www.canada.ca/en/canadian-heritage/services/funding/aboriginal-peoples.html | First Nations organizations with Canada. | |||||||||||||||||||||
58 | Innovation Grants | TELUS | Solutions to many of the most pressing social and environmental challenges we face today require new ways of thinking. Innovation Grants offer funding for “moonshot” ideas that can help Canadian registered charities and qualified donees create breakthrough changes for youth in their communities. | Youth | https://www.friendlyfuture.com/en/foundation/apply-for-funding/innovation-grants?intcmp=foundation_tfff_apply-for-funding_button_innovation-grants | Be a Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) registered charity or qualified donee with a stated focus on serving youth. | |||||||||||||||||||||
59 | McConnell Foundation | The McConnell Foundation are a private Canadian foundation that contributes to diverse and innovative approaches to address community resilience, reconciliation, and climate change. | Communities, Reconciliation, Capacity Building and Climate focus areas. | https://www.mcconnellfoundation.ca/ | Ongoing | Charitable donees are organizations recognized by the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) as charities or one of these donee types, and who have a CRA registration number. | |||||||||||||||||||||
60 | McLean Foundation | The McLean Foundation is committed to supporting work that is not as likely to be funded by others, but that can make a positive difference. We look for projects that show promise of improving the wellbeing of people, communities, and our environment which may initially lack broad public appeal. | The McLean Foundation supports work within and across sectors including: Arts, Environment, Education, Social Welfare and Health. | https://www.mcleanfoundation.ca/ | Ongoing | Canadian registered charities, and organizations recognized as qualified donees by Revenue Canada are eligible to apply for funding. Grants are not made to individuals. | |||||||||||||||||||||
61 | Mosaic Donations and Sponsorships | Mosaic Forest Management | Mosaic supports the communities where we live, work and play. We support numerous events and projects in our operating regions each year, celebrating the opportunity to build connections and partnerships across BC’s Coast. | Community benefit, environmental leadership, and Indigenous cultures. | https://www.mosaicforests.com/sponsorships-donations | Ongoing | Registered non-profit status and/or that have projects that enhance a community within Mosaic's interest areas. | ||||||||||||||||||||
62 | Mountain Equipment Co-op | Mountain Equipment Co-Op | Expedition funding is for unique approaches, first ascents or descents, self-propelled adventures and remote explorations. | Teach outdoor skills, protect wild spaces, and grow communities of people getting active outside. | https://www.mec.ca/en/explore/outdoor-impact | Eligible recipients must be active MEC members, well prepared and totally self-reliant. | |||||||||||||||||||||
63 | Multiculturalism and Anti-Racism Grants | Government of Canada | Under the annual multiculturalism and anti-racism grant program, funds are available to support projects that build intercultural interaction, trust and understanding or projects that challenge racism, hate and systemic barriers. | Multiculturalism, anti-racism | https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/governments/multiculturalism-anti-racism/multiculturalism/multiculturalismgrants | Registered non-profit and other eligible organizations. | |||||||||||||||||||||
64 | Natural Resources Canada Grants | Government of Canada | Ongoing funding grants under different initiatives with different priorities and requirements. Worth checking the website to see if a grant/funding opportunity is applicable for your group. | Different priorities for different grants/funding. | https://natural-resources.canada.ca/science-and-data/funding-partnerships/opportunities/current-funding-opportunities/12398 | Varied depending on funds. | |||||||||||||||||||||
65 | New Horizons for Seniors Program | Government of Canada | Projects that increase the social inclusion of vulnerable seniors | Seniors | https://www.canada.ca/en/employment-social-development/services/funding/new-horizons-seniors-pan-canadian.html | Not-for-profits, municipalities and others. | |||||||||||||||||||||
66 | New Relationship Trust | New Relationship Trust | Range of funding initiatives supporting First Nation communities, organization and individuals through their journey towards greater self-sufficiency. | Varies depending on grant/funds. Primary focus on supporting First Nation communities and individuals towards their own version of nationhood. | https://www.newrelationshiptrust.ca/funding/ | Varied | First Nation communities/individuals in BC | ||||||||||||||||||||
68 | North Face Explore Fund | North Face | Provides grants to nonprofit organizations working in powerful and creative ways to encourage participants to experience outdoor activities and develop an enduring appreciation of the outdoors. | Funding provided to nine chosen programs. Worth exploring programs for accessibility and opportunities. No direct funding to new groups at this time. Launching new program in 2026. | https://www.thenorthface.com/en-ca/about-us/outdoor-exploration/about-the-explore-fund | Currently closed. | Non-profit organizations, charitable organizations. | ||||||||||||||||||||
69 | Northern Development Initiative Trust | Northern Development Initiative Trust | Capacity building and community economic development | Diverse set of funds for economic development priorities to develop centeral and nothern BC. | https://www.northerndevelopment.bc.ca/apply-for-funding/ | Various deadlines | Registered First Nations Bands, small/medium sized business, local government, registered not-for-profits, and wholly owned First Nations development corps. | ||||||||||||||||||||
70 | Off-Road Vehicle (ORV) Trail Fund | Province of BC | The construction and maintenance of ORV trails and support and promotion of safe and responsible use of ORVs. | Recreation, safety, education | https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/sports-culture/recreation/camping-hiking/sites-trails/orv-trail-fund | Any legal entity in the province, except for individuals, can apply. This includes: First Nations Local governments (such as municipal districts and regional districts) ORV organizations (including quads, dirt bikes, snowmobiles, motorbikes and universal terrain vehicles) Non-profit societies Businesses* | |||||||||||||||||||||
71 | Open Road Foundation Giving Program | Open Road Foundation | The Open Road Foundation offers grants of $10,000 to $30,000 for projects in the Greater Vancouver and Greater Toronto regions, in the areas of Community Well-Being, Youth & Education, and Environment & Sustainability. | Community Well-Being, Youth & Education, and Environment & Sustainability | https://www.openroadfoundation.ca/2026giving | Canadian registered charities. | |||||||||||||||||||||
72 | PacifiCan | Government of Canada | The CEDD program supports economic development initiatives that contribute to the economic growth and diversification of communities across British Columbia. | Economic development | https://www.canada.ca/en/pacific-economic-development/services/funding/community-economic-development-diversification.html | Ongoing | not-for-profit organizations, Indigenous-led not-for-profits and organizations, | ||||||||||||||||||||
73 | Parks Enhancement Fund | BC Parks | Supporting volunteer initiatives; enhancing hiking trails; ecological monitoring and research projects. Funds from the Park Enhancement Fund can also be spent on many other projects or programs that enhance the services offered in parks and/or protect the conservation and heritage values of our parks. | Volunteers, recreation and research. | https://engage.gov.bc.ca/bcparksblog/2026/05/01/apply-now-for-2026-27-community-led-project-funding/ | "Anyone" can apply. Projects must take place within, or directly support BC Parks. | |||||||||||||||||||||
74 | Patagonia Environmental Grants and Support | Patagonia | Environmental projects/work only (NOT trail creation, trail maintenance, trail restoration, land acquisitions; land trusts) | Environment | https://www.patagonia.com/how-we-fund/ | Various criteria. | |||||||||||||||||||||
75 | PayDirt | PayDirt | PayDirt funds groups, projects, programs, and events that aim to improve access to riding bicycles. | Recreation | https://www.paydirt.earth/ | 501(c)3 Non-profits and NGOs, Grassroots organizations/clubs/groups and Individuals (i.e. trailbuilders, community organizers, visionaries), | |||||||||||||||||||||
76 | Planting For Tomorrow | Trans Canada Trail | Planting For Tomorrow provides funding for tree-planting, invasive species removal, seed collection and seed starting projects that contribute to nature-based solutions to improve ecosystems, enhance biodiversity and engage the local community in volunteerism and participation. | Environment | https://tctrail.ca/planting-for-tomorrow/ | Community groups in the trail sector. Projects don't have to be located on the Trans Canada Trail and can occur anywhere in Canada. | |||||||||||||||||||||
77 | Polaris Trails Grants Program | Polaris | The Polaris TRAILS GRANTS program makes funds available to organizations in the United States and Canada to promote safe and responsible riding, support trail preservation and help protect the environment and natural resources that are a part of the off-road trail systems. Funds can be used by organizations for off-road trail development and maintenance projects, safety and education initiatives, and other projects to increase and maintain land trail access. | Recreation, safety, education and environment | https://www.polaris.com/en-ca/trails-application/ | Grant requests received by March 1 and September 1 will be reviewed by the end of March and September respectively. | Organizations must be non-profit organizations. | ||||||||||||||||||||
78 | Powell River Community Foundation Fund | Powell River Community Foundation | Powell River Community Foundation is a local foundation created by and for the people of the City and Regional District of Powell River. | Arts and culture; children and youth; communith health; education; environment; seniors; social and economic justice. | https://www.prcommunityfoundation.com/apply | Charitable organizations in Powell River and surrounding area. | |||||||||||||||||||||
79 | R. Howard Webster Foundation Grants | R. Howard Webster Foundation | The R. Howard Webster Foundation provides grants to Canadian charitable organizations for projects that benefit Canadian society, with a focus on arts, culture, education, environment, medical, and social services. | Arts and culture, education, environment, medical, and social services | https://www.rhowardwebsterfoundation.ca/grants/grant-application-procedures/ | Ongoing | Qualified donees under the Income Tax Act Canada, subject to certain funding restrictions. | ||||||||||||||||||||
80 | Recreation Foundation of BC Grants | Recreation Foundation of BC | Provides support for projects in the broad areas of recreation, sports, parks, culture, the environment and education. | Recreation, sports, parks, culture, the environment, and associated education. | http://recreationfoundationbc.ca/grants/ | Not-for-profit groups in BC. | |||||||||||||||||||||
81 | REFBC Grants | Real Estate Foundation of BC | The Real Estate Foundation of BC makes grants to support projects that advance sustainability, equity, and social justice in relation to land use and real estate practices in BC. | Land use, water, Indigenous. Preferred, but not limited to: arts & culture, olypmics, golf and environment focus. High interest in serving underserved communities. | https://refbc.ca/grants/ | Prioritize Indigenous-led, or Indigenous focused projects. | |||||||||||||||||||||
82 | Regional Grant-in-Aid Program | Thompson-Nicola Regional District | Grants support projects, programs, or events that have a broad benefit for the Thompson-Nicola region and its residents. | https://www.tnrd.ca/services/budget-finance/apply-for-grants/regional-grant-in-aid-program/ | Non-profit organizations and registered charities in the Thompson-Nicola Regional District | ||||||||||||||||||||||
83 | Rogers Youth Grants | Rogers | Ted Rogers Community Grants enable registered charities and non-profits to support youth ages 12-29 through programs in education, health and sport, entrepreneurship and digital literacy. This provides support that helps empower youth in Canada to achieve their highest potential. | Youth focused. The following types of programs may be eligible for funding: Mentorship Core academic training, facilitating academic achievement Career readiness/jobs-based skills-building Structured learning aimed at empowerment | https://about.rogers.com/our-impact/ted-rogers-community-grants/ | Charities and nonprofits | |||||||||||||||||||||
84 | Royal Bank Community Social Impact Sponsorship | Royal Bank | Support to wide range community based projects, environment | Preferred, but not limited to: arts & culture, olympics, golf and environment focus. High interest in serving underserved communities. | https://www.rbc.com/community-social-impact/apply-for-funding/funding-guidelines-eligibility.html | Ongoing (3-6 months needed to process applications) | Registered charities, non-profits, in good financial standing | ||||||||||||||||||||
85 | Rural Economic Development and Infrastructure (REDIP) | Province of BC | Funding for projects that promote economic capacity building, economic diversification, resilience, clean economy opportunities, and infrastructure development. | Rural economic development. | https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/employment-business/economic-development/support-organizations-community-partners/rural-economic-development/redip | Rural and remote communities, First Nations and not-for-profit organizations | |||||||||||||||||||||
86 | Saputo Sponsorship | Saputo | Saputo partners with organizations whose core mission is to inform, motivate and pursue initiatives that help communities adopt healthy lifestyle habits through proper nutrition and physical activity. | Healthy lifestyle, physical activity | https://www.saputo.com/en/our-promise/community/our-partnerships/sponsorship-requests | Ongoing | Nonprofits with a mission of promoting healthy living initiatives; request must be made >6 weeks before project start date. | ||||||||||||||||||||
87 | Shell Investment in Communites Grants | Shell Canada | Shell provides funding for community projects and initiatives that are located near our facilities and exploration interests throughout Canada. By investing in the themes below, we work to address concerns and positively impact the community. | Education; community skils; safety; environment; health; disaster relief; community development. | https://www.shell.ca/en_ca/sustainability/communities/community-grant.html | ||||||||||||||||||||||
88 | Sitka Foundation | Sitka Foundation | Pacific Northwest projects. The Sitka Foundation granting program aims to support the following 4 key areas: 1. land, water, and ocean conservation 2. scientific research for nature and the environment 3. public engagement around the importance of a healthy environment 4. innovative conservation efforts in Canadian communities, at the local, provincial, and federal levels | Conservation of nature and protection of bio-diversity. | https://sitkafoundation.org/ | Invitation-only application process | By invitation only. | ||||||||||||||||||||
89 | Sitka Foundation Activator Fund | Sitka Foundation | New grants fund offering $1,000-$25,000 grants to support community-based organizations around the Salish Sea that rely on volunteerism for their nature conservation goals. | Conservation of nature and protection of bio-diversity around the Salish Sea. | https://sitkafoundation.org/activator/ | Focussed on the Salish Sea (e.g. Metro Vancouver, Southern Vancouver Island to Campbell River, through Desolation Sound and south via the Sunshine Coast and Howe Sound). Applicant must be a qualified donee or connected to a qualified donee. | |||||||||||||||||||||
90 | Ski-Doo Snow Pass Grant | Ski-Doo | Grants up to $5,000 support projects that build a stronger snowmobile community. Examples may include protecting or increasing access to playgrounds, making snowmobiling more accessible, maintaining and developing trail infrastructures, and safety initiatives. | Snowmobiling | https://ski-doo.brp.com/ca/en/snow-pass-grant-program.html | Nonprofits and governments in North America that are registered with CCSO, ACSA and their Provincial organization. | |||||||||||||||||||||
91 | Social Development Partnerships Program – Disability Component – Organizational Capacity Development Stream 1 | Government of Canada | This funding opportunity aims to build and support strategic capacity development of disability organizations. It will fund projects that are disability community-led, composed of project-based activities that enhance organizational capacity and impact the extent to which organizations can participate in advancing the disability policy agenda across jurisdictions. | Capacity building, accessibility, disability | https://www.canada.ca/en/employment-social-development/services/funding/social-development-parterships-disability-organizational-capacity-development.html | Not-for-profit organizations, with a primary mandate that promotes the social inclusion of persons with disabilities across Canada and is governed by a majority of persons with disabilities and/or lived experience | |||||||||||||||||||||
92 | Spark Fund | BC Parks Foundation | The Spark Fund provides $2,000-$10,000 grants to empower community-serving groups to provide members of underserved communities with barrier-free, safe, and inclusive outdoor experiences in BC Provincial Parks. | Recreation, safety, environment | https://25x25.ca/spark-fund | Registered charities, qualified donees, Non-profits. | |||||||||||||||||||||
93 | Stay Outdoors | Yamaha | The Stay Outdoors Program aims to provide practical support to Canadian registered charities and not-for-profit groups for their conservation and access projects, as well as activities to promote responsible use of our trails, roads and waterways for motorized recreation. | Environment, access, responsible use. | https://www.yamaha-motor.ca/en/stayoutdoors | Canadian registered charities, and not-for-profit groups. | |||||||||||||||||||||
94 | Stronger Communities Fund | Canadian National Railway Company | Through our CN Stronger Communities Fund, CN contributes millions of dollars each year to organizations and initiatives that promote health and safety, innovation, environmental sustainability, diversity and inclusion, and civic engagement. | Health and Safety, environment, diversity and inclusion, innovation | https://www.cn.ca/en/delivering-responsibly/community/donations-and-sponsorships/ | Mar 31 and Sep 30 | Via this application form. | ||||||||||||||||||||
95 | TD Friends of the Environment Foundation | TD Bank | Environment; Green Spaces; Environmental Education; Park revitalization; Trail Building and restoration. | Environment, volunteers | https://www.td.com/ca/en/about-td/ready-commitment/funding/fef-grant/ | January 15, and July 15 | Registered Charities; Educational Institutions; Municipalities; Indigenous organizations | ||||||||||||||||||||
96 | Teck Community Giving | Teck | Good health and wellbeing; inclusion and sustainable livelihoods; environmental stewardship | Health, environment | https://communityinvestment.teck.com/ | Ongoing | Organizations and groups | ||||||||||||||||||||
97 | The S. M. Blair Foundation | S. M. Blair Foundation | The S. M. Blair Family Foundation financially supports research and provides funding for charitable and educational purposes in Canada. It also encourages the training and development of Canadians in research. | Research. | https://smblairfoundation.com/ | ||||||||||||||||||||||
98 | Tourism Growth Program in British Columbia (PacifiCan) | Government of Canada | Delivered by Canada’s regional development agencies, including PacifiCan, the $108 million TGP provides regionally tailored funding over three years to support communities, businesses and not-for-profit organizations in growing and developing local tourism projects and events. | Tourism | https://www.canada.ca/en/pacific-economic-development/services/funding/tourism-growth-program.html?fbclid=IwAR1ZVuXzMRtRMe-vRg1KFLKTpJl7nnrxxVfzjxG3Me5GKU5siY9MxAoA8Ek | The TGP program is open to businesses and not-for profit organizations. | |||||||||||||||||||||
99 | Trail Care Grants | Trans Canada Trail | Trail enhancement. | Recreation, infrastructure | https://tctrail.ca/trans-canada-trails-trail-care-grant-program | Varied deadlines for different funding streams. | Trail operators. | ||||||||||||||||||||
101 | Trail Funding Program | Trans Canada Trail | The Trail Funding Program is intended to support Trail operators across Canada in the development and enhancement of the Trans Canada Trail by offering a range of funding streams designed to support specific Trail priorities. | Recreation, infrastructure, accessibility | https://tctrail.ca/funding/ | Varied deadlines for different funding streams. | Trail operators. | ||||||||||||||||||||
102 | Trail Trust | Fox Factory | Responsible recreation, trail development and maintenance, and expanding opportunities for access. | Trail building and maintenance, responsible recreation, and expanding access. | https://trailtrust.com/ | Non-profit, non-governmental organization under local jurisdiction with charitable purpose and practices. Organizaton can not have political or religious affiliations. | |||||||||||||||||||||
103 | Tru Charitable Foundation Impact and Capacity Grants | Tru Charitable Foundation | Trust-based grants that help charities reach their goals. For Impact Grants, projects must align with one of the Foundations identified Sustainable Development Goals (not applicable to Capacity Grants). | Sustainable Development Goals (not applicable to Capacity Grants): No poverty, zero hunger, good health and wellbeing, quality education, reduced inequalities. | https://firstwestfoundation.ca/grants/ | Registered charities in one of the following cities: Enderby; Abbotsford, Chilliwack, Delta, Hope, Kitimat, Langley, Maple Ridge, Mission, and Surrey; Brentwood Bay, Chemainus, Duncan, Lake Cowichan, Mill Bay, Nanaimo, Victoria, and Salt Spring Island; Armstrong, Kamloops, Kelowna, West Kelowna, Keremeos, Oliver, Penticton, Princeton, and Vernon. |