Climate-Ready Plans and Processes

Overview of the Climate-Ready Plans and Processes program:

The LLCA-CRPP program provides grant funding and capacity development to help communities prepare for and adapt to the impacts of climate change. Projects can range from creating climate adaptation strategies to implementing resilience measures in municipal systems. The program emphasizes equitable and inclusive adaptation planning, encouraging collaboration with Indigenous communities, small municipalities, and equity-deserving groups. Eligible activities include climate risk assessments, adaptation plans, hazard mapping, and resilience-focused community engagement. Successful applicants receive tailored funding and expert guidance to enhance their adaptation planning processes and achieve measurable outcomes.

Benefits of the Climate-Ready Plans and Processes program:

• Financial support to conduct climate risk assessments and adaptation planning.
• Access to tools and guidance for implementing equitable, climate-resilient solutions.
• Support for projects involving meaningful collaboration and community engagement.
• Incentives for projects addressing reconciliation, equity, and inclusion.

Eligibility criteria of the Climate-Ready Plans and Processes program:

• To qualify, applicants must:
• Be a municipality or work in partnership with a municipality.
• Demonstrate project alignment with CRPP objectives.
• Commit to addressing climate adaptation in a collaborative and inclusive manner.
• Include a municipal resolution supporting the project.
• Eligible projects focus on activities such as:
• Conducting climate risk assessments.
• Developing adaptation and resilience strategies.
• Implementing equity-focused engagement practices.