Canada Nature Fund for Aquatic Species at Risk

The facts, in the funder’s words

All quotes are from dfo-mpo.gc.ca · how to apply comment appliquer eng unless marked. Checked 2 Nov 2026

How to apply

Apply directly

When a call is open, eligible applicants apply to the funder or the organisation running the call.

project leads must complete a project proposal form and email it to the regional coordinator in the region in which the proposed project will be implemented

Amount

Usually $500,000 to $5,000,000 CAD

Total over 4 years.

Projects are generally expected to range from $500,000 to $5 million in total, over 4 years.

Where

Canada

Other costs that support the conservation and protection of Canada's fish, fish habitat, and aquatic species at risk

Who can apply

NGOs, Indigenous organisations, Government bodies, Individuals, Community groups, Research institutions and Companies

Research, academic and educational institutions Canadian individuals For-profit organizations, such as small businesses with less than 500 employees, companies, corporations, and industry associations Local organizations such as community associations and groups

Rounds

Fixed rounds with deadlines

Funding is now available under the fourth round of CNFASAR (2027-2031).

Co-funding required

Not found on the pages we read

Restoration approach

Species conservation, Rivers and lakes and Coasts and oceans

Our classification, from the funder’s description of what it supports.

The call

What the funder asks grantees to report

Reporting

Not found on the pages we read