New to the Funding Database

Funding for water, wastewater, stormwater and solid waste infrastructure
- Details
- Canada Housing Infrastructure Fund (CHIF) will invest in essential water, wastewater, stormwater and solid waste infrastructure to support the construction of more homes. $1 billion over 8 years, delivered directly to municipalities and other eligible recipients. To access this funding municipalities must commit to key actions that increase the housing supply. Anticipated launch Fall of 2024, website not currently available.
- NSFM has scheduled a meeting with the fund on September 17th. 2:00-2:45 AST.
- Please email fundnavigator@nsfm.ca if you would like to attend.
- The meeting will provide an overview of the program, including program objectives, funding streams, parameters, and associated timelines

4 Funding Updates
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- Atlantic Salmon Conservation funding is now open.
- New Horizons for Seniors Program- Community-Based Projects is now open.
- National Housing Strategy Demonstrations Initiative is now open.
- Clean Fuels Fund has been extended for four years, until 2029-30. Requests for proposals is anticipated by the end of 2024.

Unlock Funding for EV Infrastructure with ZEVIP
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Program Webinar: Unlock Funding for EV Infrastructure with ZEVIP
The NSFM/Canoe Procurement Program, in conjunction with program partners Petro Service Limited and Flo invite you to attend the following one-hour webinar. Are you looking to accelerate EV adoption? The last round of Natural Resources Canada’s Zero Emission Vehicle Infrastructure Program (ZEVIP) is here with a limited application window. Learn how to access funding at 50% of the total EV project costs (up to $5 million per project)
- EV Chargers must be in Canada, comply with local codes, and be commercially available
- Level 2 AC Chargers (3.3 kW to 19.2 kW): Up to $5,000 per connector
- DC Fast Chargers (20 kW and above): Up to $100,000 per charger
- Learn how municipalities, utilities, and not-for-profits can apply
Date: August 19 @ 2 pm
Register here

Canada Public Transit Fund & Green Inclusive Buildings
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- The Canada Public Transit Fund has been announced. There are three streams:
- Metro-Region Agreements (Open for EOI)
- Baseline Funding (Open for EOI)
- Targeted Funding [Comprised of the current Zero Emission Transit Fund (Open), Rural Transit Solutions Fund (Open) and Active Transportation Fund]
- Green and Inclusive Community Buildings Program has re-opened.
- Information sessions available.
- The governments of Canada and Nova Scotia have finalized a new Canada Community-Building Fund agreement. $318 million in allocation-based funding for communities over the next five years.

EV Infrastructure Funding & 3 Additional Updates
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- Zero Emissions Vehicle Infrastructure Program has re-opened.
- National Anti-Racism Fund, Event and Youth Initiative Grant is open.
- Access to Justice in Both Official Languages Support Fund is open.
- National Acadia Day funding, added to the database, currently closed.

Housing Accelerator Fund Re-Opens
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- The Housing Accelerator Fund has re-opened for round two of applications.
- New funding is available for previous applicants only.
- Information session on July 23rd regarding changes to the program.

Employment Opportunities & Trails Update
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- Sustainable Jobs Stream - Canadian Apprenticeship Strategy - Union Training and Innovation Program is open.
- Information sessions available.
- Two delivery organizations are accepting applications for the Science Horizons Youth Internship Program.
- Recreation Trail Expansion and Off-Highway Infrastructure Fund will open in September.

Three Funding Opportunities Open
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- Green Industrial Facilities and Manufacturing Program is opening for both municipally-owned utilities and wastewater treatment facilities. Can be used for:
- Invest in energy management training;
- Conduct energy assessments and audits;
- Hire or retain energy managers;
- Implement energy management systems; and
- Invest in energy efficiency-focused capital retrofits in existing facilities.
- Digital Museums grants are open for 2024.
- The Intersectoral Action Fund is open.