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Wildlife Habitat Canada (WHC) is accepting grant funding applications for projectsthat will occur between April 1, 2022 and March 31, 2023.
Connect Canadians with natureEngage youth in conservationProvide educational conservation programming
We are excited to continue into the 2nd year of our new grant program pilot project: theCommunity Conservation Action Program (CCAP)! The WHC Board of Directors hascommitted up to a total of $150K over a 3-year period to provide support to small(er)organizations in making conservation achievements in their communities.
The CCAP is seeking applications for local and regional projects (FY 2022-2023) withfunding asks of $1,000 - $10,000 that:
P R O G R A MI N F O R M A T I O N
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www.whc.orgemail: [email protected]: 613-722-2090 ext 265
Wildlife Habitat Canada's Community Conservation Action Program
PROGRAMBACKGROUND
With the demand for conservationdollars becoming more and morecompetitive, WHC has beenlooking for a way to help smallerorganizations access the fundingthat they need to make adifference in conservation withintheir local or regional community.
We are pleased to be continuingonto the second year of this 3-year program, which will invest upto $50K/year in grassroots effortsto connect Canadians with natureand deliver conservationachievements on-the-ground.
The CCAP is seeking projects thatare innovative, collaborative andengaging.
To maximize the time spentdelivering your projects andmaking contributionachievements, this program hasbeen designed to minimize theadministrative burden. Lesstime filling out paperwork, moretime out there making adifference.
Supporting Small(er) Canadian
Organizations toConnect Canadians
with Nature
Let's get innovative and getCanadians outdoors, connectingwith Nature!
WHCBACKGROUND Wildlife Habitat Canada is a national, not-
for-profit, non-governmental, charitableconservation organization that was
established in 1984.
WHC's Conservation Grant Programs:Habitat Conservation Stamp Initiative: geared to projects related to habitatconservation, restoration and/or enhancement or stewardship, with a focus onwetlands, waterfowl and migratory game birds.
Land Trusts Conservation Fund (Natural Heritage Conservation Program):designed to contribute to the achievement of the terrestrial and inland waterelements of Target 1 of Canada’s 2020 Biodiversity Goals and Targets as wellas to contribute to the protection of habitat for the recovery of Species at RiskAct (SARA).
Community Conservation Action program: focuses on local and regionalstewardship and conservation efforts to connect Canadians with nature, engageyouth in conservation and provide educational conservation programming.
APPLICANTELIGIBILITY
Canadian Residents;Small(er) Canadian Organizations*; Research, academic and educational institutions;Indigenous organizations, associations, and community managementboards;Local organizations such as community associations and groups,seniors’ and youth groups, and service clubs;
Eligible Recipients of the Grant Program are:
Ineligible Recipients of the Grant Program include but are not limited to:
International organizations or individuals;For-profit organizationsFederal level organizations or individuals: Governmentemployees, departments, agencies, and crown corporations.
*Small(er) Organizations to this program means local level, independent groups thatare looking for funding opportunities to support new or innovative small-scale or pilot
project programs.
Photo Credit: Environmental Youth Alliance
PROJECTELIGIBILITY
Ineligible Expenses - CCAP funds cannot be used:
As a contribution to an endowment fundFor expenditures directly related to the acquisition of land or an interest in land, including a lease, conservation easement or conservationcovenant.Requests for small amounts to fund a larger-scale project
Examples: salaries, tuition or course fees, indirect/overhead
Additional Considerations:
The involvement of multiple partners (collaboration)Includes a well-thought out project plan
Project activities are concrete and sustainable, with measurable resultsLong term benefits of the projectInnovative, new approachesParticipation engagement, including follow up evaluationsProject evaluation (clear ways you'll define success of the project)
Other requirements taken into account by WHC when reviewing grant fundingapplications include:
Must be carried out between April 1, 2022 – March 31, 2023. If approved, WHC grantfunds must be spent within the 2022-2023 fiscal year.Must have clear milestones & deliverables in both years and a minimum of 1:1 match.Projects are required to be related to project categories listed within this document.Within the Application, self-identify and demonstrate clearly how your organization orproject will be providing improvements to diversity, equity and inclusion within thecommunity of Canada.
For more information on Diversity and Inclusion, please visit www.ccdi.ca
Embracing diversity, for both ecosystems and Canadian organizations, is a core valueat Wildlife Habitat Canada (WHC). As we recognize the need for increased inclusionand diversity in all aspects of wildlife conservation and management, WHC iscommitted to supporting projects from groups with diverse and inclusive goals andobjectives for the 2022-2023 grant program.
SUPPORTINGALL GROUPS
Eligibility Requirements for these projects:
PROJECT CATEGORIES
Connect Canadians with Nature
Hunter Education/Recruitment,Climate Change Initiatives,Walking tours on protected properties.
Engage Youth in Conservation
Student Programming,Youth Conservation Plan creation,Habitat Litter Clean ups, Interactive videos that engage youth.
Provide Educational Conservation Programming
Habitat Conservation Education:Species at Risk,Alien Invasive Species,Climate Change Education.
Examples include, but are not limited to:
Examples include, but are not limited to:
Examples include, but are not limited to:
WHC will primarily consider projects that:
Photo Credit: Environmental Youth Alliance
FUNDINGREQUIREMENTS
Applicants must ensure that project implementation complies with all relevantlegislation, regulations, licenses, permits, etc.
Funding request between $1,000 and $10,000.
Project delivery time-frame: April 1, 2022 – March 31, 2023.
Project must demonstrate a minimum 1:1 funding match ratio*
Invasive Alien Species: Please note at this time, this program will not acceptongoing maintenance projects associated with IAS projects.
(i.e., WHC contributions cannot exceed 50% of the Project Revenue). *Funding from Government of Canada programs cannot be considered as match.
Application forms must be completed and submitted online. First time applicants will be prompted to create a username and password. The application form can be saved at any point, so you can work on it piece bypiece!You can invite a collaborator to assist you in completing your application form. Using this function allows the person you select in time during the completion ofthe form.
Note: Any application forms submitted to WHC by email or mail will not be considered.
Apply online!
APPLICATIONPROCESS
Submission Deadline: Monday, October 11, 2021
Before you Press Submit:
Contact us if you have any questions: [email protected]
Review this Grant Program Guidance Document
SELECTIONPROCESS
Grant applications submitted by the October 11, 2021 deadline will be reviewed byWildlife Habitat Canada Staff. Staff will select projects to receive funding, following areview of the suite of applications received. Applications will be reviewed forcompleteness and considered based on well thought out and clear objectives, howwell the project meets program criteria, demonstration of solid plans for evaluatingproject success, and innovative and collaborative elements.
Applicants will be contacted about the results of their applications prior to April 2022.It is anticipated that award notifications will be provided by February 2022.
Proponents with projects approved for funding under WHC's Community ConservationAction Program will receive a funding agreement for signature. WHC funding issubject to projects meeting the conditions and requirements set out in the FundingAgreement.
Questions?If you require any further information, or assistance in completing yourapplications, please contact Amanda Mangan, Project Manager, by email([email protected]) or by phone (1-800-669-7919 x265)
