Infrastructure Planning Grant Program

The Infrastructure Planning Grant Program, managed by the British Columbia Ministry of Municipal Affairs, offers financial support to local governments across British Columbia to help fund critical planning activities for infrastructure projects.
  • Government of British Columbia
Overview of the Infrastructure Planning Grant Program program:

This grant program is a key resource for municipalities looking to advance infrastructure projects aimed at improving public facilities and services, such as water, sewer, drainage, and transportation systems. Funding also covers planning for community energy solutions and climate-focused initiatives, allowing local governments to conduct energy-related feasibility studies and community energy planning. Through this grant, municipalities can ensure their projects are aligned with community goals, economically viable, and environmentally sustainable. Importantly, the program supports the necessary groundwork that precedes capital projects, helping local governments create a strong foundation for impactful public infrastructure. Funding Amount: The Infrastructure Planning Grant Program offers: Grants of up to $10,000 for eligible projects. Projects seeking more than $5,000 in funding are required to match funds, fostering shared investment in community planning. These grants can cover up to 100% of project expenses for applications under $5,000 and are distributed based on demonstrated need and project scope.

Benefits of the Infrastructure Planning Grant Program program:
  • Financial Support: Covers planning costs for infrastructure that leads to capital projects, enabling local governments to prepare robust, well-researched project plans.
  • Sustainable Project Focus: Encourages energy planning, climate resilience, and environmentally aligned infrastructure, supporting long-term community sustainability.
  • Community Impact: Empowers local governments to create facilities that meet community needs and promote improved quality of life.
  • Supports Innovation: Provides municipalities with opportunities to explore advanced technologies and sustainable approaches in project planning.
Eligibility criteria of the Infrastructure Planning Grant Program program:
  • Eligible applicants are:
  • Local governments in British Columbia, including municipalities and regional districts.
  • Projects should aim to demonstrate long-term planning that contributes to future capital projects, aligning with community goals for infrastructure improvement.
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