World Wildlife Fund Canada: Arctic Species Conservation Fund
Sponsor’s Website
Visit the World Wildlife Fund (WWF) Canada website for more information on the Arctic Species Conservation Fund.
Internal Contact
Katie Harriman: katie.harriman@carleton.ca
Deadline
Proposals are accepted and reviewed on a rolling basis throughout the year. Applicants are encouraged to consult with WWF-Canada staff in advance to help develop a strong proposal. Final proposals should be submitted at least six weeks prior to the project start date.
| Deadline | Date |
|---|---|
| Internal cuResearch Approval Form | One week prior to sponsor submission |
| Submission of application to WWF-Canada | No deadline |
Overview
The Arctic Species Conservation Fund supports high-quality stewardship and research initiatives focused on wildlife and habitats in the Canadian Arctic. WWF-Canada collaborates with Indigenous organizations and utilizes the best available information to jointly advocate for effective conservation policies and legislation. The fund supports applied conservation initiatives that focus on Arctic wildlife, including Atlantic walrus, barren-ground caribou, beluga whales, bowhead whales, narwhal, polar bears and ringed seals.
Value and Duration
Up to $25,000 for one year. Proposals for multi-year projects will be accepted, but funding will be determined on an annual basis.
Eligibility
Applicants from all backgrounds (community groups, Hunters and Trappers Organizations, governments, universities, independent researchers, non-government organizations, etc.) and fields of study (Indigenous Knowledge, Inuit Qaujimajatuqangit, natural sciences, social sciences, etc.) are eligible to apply.
Projects can take place anywhere across northern Canada.
Special Considerations
Review WWF-Canada’s Conservation Priorities for the Arctic Species Conservation Fund prior to preparing an application. Priorities include Arctic habitats, barren-ground caribou, marine mammals and polar bears.
Submitting Your Application
- Consult with WWF-Canada staff. Contact Jason Harasimo, Associate Specialist, Arctic Species and Ecosystems: jharasimo@wwfcanada.org or 506-364-2988.
- Submit an internal Approval Form through our central awards management database cuResearch. Consult the user’s manual for guidance.
- Submit an external application to WWF-Canada. Applications should be submitted as a PDF to arcticspecies@wwfcanada.org.