Emergency Support Services
Funder
Union of BC Municipalities (UBCM)
Funder Organization Type
- BC Local Government and Associations
Eligible Community
All local governments (municipalities and regional districts) and all First Nations (bands and Treaty First Nations) in BC are eligible to apply.
Funding Stacking Restrictions
Yes
In order to ensure transparency and accountability in the expenditure of public funds, all other grant contributions for eligible portions of the project must be declared and, depending on the total value, may decrease the value of the grant.
Application limit per community
1
Specific eligibility requirements
In order to qualify for funding, applications must demonstrate the extent to which proposed projects will build local capacity to provide emergency support services. In addition, to qualify for funding, projects must be:
• A new project (retroactive funding is not available)
• Capable of completion by the applicant within one year from the date of grant approval
• Be in alignment with Emergency Support Services policies and operational guidelines
Type of funding
- Grant
Range of funding available per project
- Up to $100,000
Description of funding
Maximum of $25,000
Percentage of project funded
Maximum of 100% of eligible costs.