The Federation of Canadian Municipalities offers grants for municipal environmental projects. Loans are also available to municipalities at competitive rates, and most recipients receive an additional grant of up to 15 percent of their loan amount. Municipal partners may apply for competitive, long-term financing. Funding amount varies by program.

Funding Streams

Plans: Create a plan that builds on your sustainable community plans or strategies you already have in place.

Studies: Assess whether your initiative is technically and financially feasible, as well as its potential environmental, social and economic impact.

Pilot Projects: Evaluate a small-scale version of your initiative in real-life conditions.

Capital Projects: Install a full-scale version of your project (usually done after you’ve conducted a pilot project).

Asset Management Grants: Enhance your asset management practices and make informed decisions about your infrastructure.

Partner Grants: These are for non-municipal organizations that help FCM implement programs, create resources, or offer training or information-sharing activities.

How to apply

Rolling intake. All municipal governments and partners are eligible to apply.