Community Resilience Investment Program [Umbrella Program]
Program Category:
Climate Adaptation, Climate Mitigation
Program Sub-Category:
Risk Assessments, Emergency Mitigation / Preparedness / Planning
Status: Open
Funder
Union of BC Municipalities (UBCM)
Deadline Details
FireSmart Community Funding and Supports: Applications are currently being accepted for the 2025 intake of this funding stream. Funding permitting, eligible applicants may submit one application every two years, with the latest intake open as of October 1, 2024 and December 31, 2025.
Funder Organization Type
- BC Local Government and Associations
In Partnership With
BC Provincial GovernmentThe Community Resiliency Investment (CRI) program is intended to reduce the risk of wildfires and mitigate their impacts on BC communities.
Eligible Community
The program is structured to fund FireSmart activities in eligible communities throughout BC with risk of wildfire demonstrated through WUI risk class.
Required Community Contribution
No community contribution required
Funding Stacking Restrictions
No
Professional Input Required
Yes
All vegetation management requires a professional forester to develop a prescription. CWRPs requiring professional planning.
Specific Eligibility Requirements
Specific to the funding stream.
Type of Funding
- Grant
Range of Funding Available per Project
- Under $100 000
- From $100 000 to $1 000 000
Description of Funding
Dependent on funding stream.
Percentage of Project Funded
Specific to the funding steam and eligible activities applied for.
Eligible Costs
DesignPlanning
Community Engagement
Equipment/Material Purchase
Project Management
Staff Costs
Administration Fees
Capacity Building for the Community
Training
Reporting
Awareness and Education
Ineligible Costs
Any costs incurred prior to signing a funding agreementBuilding Purchase Costs
Land Acquisition