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Call for Proposals - Round 1 is closed.
About this funding opportunity
Natural Resources Canada’s Offshore Wind Predevelopment Program (the ‘OWP Program’) aims to help create the enabling conditions for Canada’s offshore wind energy development off the coasts of Nova Scotia and Newfoundland and Labrador by conducting science-based activities and supporting engagement with Indigenous and coastal communities.
The OWP Program is a significant investment in the responsible and efficient development of offshore wind energy in Atlantic Canada. A key component of this program is grant funding to support Indigenous and coastal communities’ engagement on offshore wind development.
Natural Resources Canada will provide grant funding up to $10,000 annually per recipient to support their engagement activities related to offshore wind development, until March 31st, 2027.
The next round of funding is now available. Please go to the Offshore Wind Indigenous and Coastal Communities Grant Funding – Call for Proposals – Round 2.
Objective
The objective of the Offshore Wind Indigenous and Coastal Communities Grant Funding is to assist Indigenous and coastal communities’ in accessing technical and professional support to carry out engagement activities with the offshore wind energy industry, regulators, public sector, and others, as required. This support is intended to increase communities’ knowledge of offshore wind energy development and increase their readiness to participate in offshore wind related consultations and engagements.
Two examples of eligible activities are:
- Hiring a facilitator to support your engagement with third parties, such as governments, regulators, or offshore wind developers.
- Conducting internal consultations with community members on offshore wind development to better understand their perspectives.
How to apply – Round 1
Natural Resources Canada will evaluate proposals from eligible applicants.
First, please review the below Applicant Guide. Then, complete the online Proposal Form and submit your completed proposal.
- Grant Applicant Guide – Round 1 Closed.
- Grant-Proposal Form – Round 1Closed.
Contact us
Please contact us for questions concerning the program at: owpp-ppee@nrcan-rncan.gc.ca