How To Apply

for Rural Clean Water Grants

Thank you for your interest in protecting the land and water we all rely on! We look forward to working with you.

Please note: Funding is limited and provided on a first-come, first-served basis. Projects completed prior to contacting RVCA will not be eligible for funding.

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Rural Clean Water Grants

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Eligibility and Approval

Eligible Landowners

  • Farmers who have completed a 3rd edition or newer Environmental Farm Plan (EFP)
  • Rural non-farmers who have completed a Healthy Home Guide may be eligible for funding (the Healthy Home Guide will be provided during site visits)

Applicants MUST

  • Apply prior to starting work on your project
  • Obtain all necessary permits, approvals, and meet all legal requirements
  • Complete a 3rd or newer Environmental Farm Plan (farm projects), or Healthy Home Guidebook (non-farm projects).

What is generally eligible for funding?

  • Permit / approval costs
  • Purchased materials and supplies
  • Contract labour and professional fees

BEFORE you start your project, please contact the RVCA to register your information, confirm eligibility and apply.

Contact Information

Rural Clean Water Program
Box 599, 3889 Rideau Valley Dr.
Manotick, ON K4M 1A5

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Tel: 613-692-3571 ext. 1136

Submitting your application

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Application

for a Rural Clean Water Grant

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Approval process

  • A site representative will visit your property
  • Project is assessed by our Review Committee
  • Project grant proceeds if approved
  • Payment issued upon completion of work, inspection by site representative and submission of all permits, approvals and proof of payment

More questions? Visit our FAQs (frequently asked questions) page.