Grants

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

Updated March 13, 2025

Grant	Amount	Deadline	Purpose	Application
Destination Events Program	10% of the total event budget, up to $200,000 per event	Applications will be accepted between April 7 and May 5	Support operations and help communities host events that attract visitors, create jobs, and boost local economies.	Apply 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
FireSmart Pilot Program for Regional District Cooperative Community Wildfire Response Organizations	Varies by regional district	May 30, 2025	For regional districts in BC to increase community resiliency and to help build a cooperative pathway for wildfire response.	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
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