Grants
Volunteer and Composite Fire Departments Equipment and Training
Union of British Columbia Municipalities (UBCM)Description
The intent of this funding stream is to enhance the ability of volunteer fire departments and composite fire departments to prepare for and respond to emergencies. Ongoing operational costs and the purchase of major fire apparatus are not eligible.
Eligibility
Eligible applicants are:
- First Nations (bands and Treaty First Nations) in BC.
- Local governments (municipalities or regional districts) in BC.
- Legally incorporated society-run fire departments in BC that are in good standing.
- Improvement Districts in BC.
Funding
The Volunteer and Composite Fire Departments Equipment and Training funding stream can contribute a maximum of 100% of the cost of eligible activities to a maximum of $40,000.00.
How to Apply
Applications are required to be submitted in two steps prior to the application deadline:
1. LGPS Online Application Form: This online form must be completed for all applications to LGPS funding programs and includes questions that are common to all grant applications. When the LGPS Online Application Form is submitted, the applicant will receive an email confirmation including the file number that has been assigned to the application, and a copy of the Application Worksheet that must be completed as part of Step 2.
2. Application Worksheet: This worksheet contains questions that are specific to the funding stream and must be submitted by email to UBCM with all other required attachments.