Annual Conservation Funding
Focuses on annual support of multi-year conservation programs such as stewardship offices, regional monitoring (Guardian Watchmen), heritage and natural resources, mapping and conservancy management, and more.
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Coast Funds offers First Nations a continuous intake for new applications with four rounds of funding every year.
2023 Coast Funds Application Deadlines
| Winter | Spring | Summer | Fall |
| January 20 | April 15 | July 14 | September 29 |
2024 Coast Funds Application Deadlines
| Winter | Spring | Summer | Fall |
| January 19 | April 12 | July 12 | September 27 |
Community Energy Diesel Reduction (CEDR) Deadlines
| Applications Open | Application Deadline |
| May 31 | July 10 |
To get started, please select an application stream:
Conservation Project Funding
Focuses on project-specific funding for conservation initiatives including scientific research, field studies, habitat restoration, investment in research equipment, conservation-related training programs, and more.
Economic Development Funding
Focuses on the start-up or expansion of First Nations owned-and- operated businesses and economic infrastructure that directly supports multiple businesses including entrepreneurs.
Community Energy Diesel Reduction (CEDR)
Funding to support remote communities relying on diesel fuel to invest in community energy planning, energy efficiency projects, and renewable energy generation. Delivered in partnership with New Relationship Trust and the Province of BC.