Restoration Grant

We are not currently accepting applications for the Restoration Grant.

Information on this page is subject to change and intended for general guidance only. We will announce when the grants have been finalized and open for applications. Please contact us at info@gwaiitrust.com for any questions or concerns.

Overview

Athlii Gwaii Legacy Restoration Grant Program aims to protect and restore the natural environment and ecological integrity of Haida Gwaii’s land, air and waters. AGL is partnering with the Haida Gwaii Solutions Table through a highly collaborative application process, reflecting the belief that sustainable change is achieved through partnership and empowerment, not prescriptive solutions.

Athlii Gwaii Legacy Restoration sapling logo. A Haida form line image of a cedar sapling in light green.
  • Support job creation and local business opportunities
  • Support ideas that benefit ALL of Haida Gwaii
  • Restoration and protection of Haida Gwaii’s lands and waters
  • Support the restoration of stream, riparian, forest & forest habitat, and marine shores on Haida Gwaii
  • Support the future protection of Haida Gwaii through research, local tree nurseries, local fish hatcheries, tree planting and spacing

Who Can Apply

Funding is available for Haida Gwaii based organizations (not-for-profits, local government and incorporated companies).

Note: we are still obtaining legal advice on whether Sole Proprietorships will be eligible or will require funding via loans from Community Futures.

The proposed project must be located in Haida Gwaii.

Project Eligibility

Eligible Projects

Ineligible Projects

Eligible Costs

Ineligible Costs

Funding Criteria

The AGL Restoration Grant Program decision criteria are governed in collaboration with the Haida Gwaii Solutions Table. AGL and the Solutions Table are responsible for reviewing all applications, assessing and ranking according to established criteria, and providing funding recommendations to the Gwaii Trust Society Board of Directors for decision-making.
All eligible projects will be assessed by Gwaii Trust Society staff who will support by preparing all application materials to complete the Project Review Committee’s and Solutions Table’s independent ranking and evaluation process. The following table outlines the criteria that will be used to prioritize projects for funding:

Project Considerations

  1. Read the Athlii Gwaii Legacy Restoration Grant Guide (coming soon).
  2. All applicants will require written support from the Haida Gwaii Solutions Table before applying.
  3. Applications must be for capital projects that use proven practices and do not cause unintended consequences (example invasive species). Certain activities may not be eligible for funding.
  4. Applications must include all feasibility studies, design and implementation details and a business plan to demonstrate that the project is ready for tender. Projects must have received all or most permits or approvals.
  5. Applications must detail other capital funding contributions. Capital funding may include own-source revenue, in-kind contributions, debt financing, or grants and contributions from other agencies.
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