Grant
Provincial
Between Intakes
Manitoba Climate Action Fund
Government of Manitoba
Maximum Funding
Up to $150,000
Check Manitoba website
Difficulty
Moderate
Payment
Reimbursement
Trend
Stable
First-Timers
Friendly ✓
Co-Funding
60%
Manitoba Climate Action Fund provides Up to $150,000. Supports projects helping businesses, communities, and non-profit organizations address climate change challenges while building a low-carbon economy. The program covers up to 60% of eligible costs. Check Manitoba website.
Approval odds: ~30–50% (GrantCompass analysis)
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Program Description
Supports projects helping businesses, communities, and non-profit organizations address climate change challenges while building a low-carbon economy.
Eligibility Requirements
- Must be a business, community organization, or non-profit operating in Manitoba
- Project must address climate change challenges or support the transition to a low-carbon economy
- Must be in the growth or expansion stage
- Project funding up to $150,000
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Industries
Business Stage
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Difficulty
Moderate
Competition
High
First-Timer
Friendly
Funding Details
- Amount
- Up to $150,000
- Type
- Grant
- Level
- Provincial
- Co-Funding
- Up to 60% of eligible costs
- Deadline
- Check Manitoba website
Program Scorecard
Competition, effort, and approval at a glance
Competition
High
Deadline
Between Intakes
Approval
Moderate
Approval Rate
~30–50%
Accessibility
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Competition
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Insider TipQuantify GHG reductions in tonnes of CO2e per year — this is the primary scoring criterion.
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Rejection Pitfalls 7
- Project does not align with any of the three fund priorities (GHG reduction, climate resilience, clean energy)
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Everything you need to win Manitoba Climate Action Fund
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Application Playbook
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7 steps
7 docs
Application Steps
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Review eligibility and program guide Confirm organizational eligibility (1+ year Manitoba operations) and project alignment with one of three Fund priorities. Download the Applicant Guide from gov.mb.ca.
Required Documents 7
✓ Detailed project proposal with objectives, deliverables, and measurable outcomes
✓ Comprehensive project budget (all expenses and funding sources)
Eligible Expenses 7
Ineligible Expenses 17
Intake Periods
Deadline Notes
Ineligible Organizations
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Funding Stack Strategy
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Compatible Programs
Climate and Economy Solutions Program (CESP)
Efficiency Manitoba
Clean Technology Investment Tax Credit
Canada Greener Buildings Grant
SR&ED tax credit
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Clawback Risk
Medium Risk
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How Manitoba Climate Action Fund Compares
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| Program | Amount | Difficulty | Payment | Deadline |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manitoba Climate Action Fund | Up to $150,000 | Moderate | Reimbursement | Check Manitoba website |
| Manitoba Climate and Economy Solution... | Up to 35% of eligible project costs | Hard | Reimbursement | Second intake opened... |
| Efficiency Manitoba — Commercial Deep... | Up to $12,000 | Moderate | Reimbursement | Ongoing; GSHP bonus... |
| Clean Technology Investment Tax Credit | Up to 30% refundable tax credit | Moderate | Tax Credit Offset | Ongoing (available March... |
| PrairiesCan (Prairies Economic Develo... | Varies | Hard | Reimbursement | Ongoing |
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Frequently Asked Questions
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Can sole proprietors apply?
No, must be a business (incorporated or registered), community organization, or non-profit operating in Manitoba for at least 1 year. Individuals cannot apply.
What's the typical award amount?
Typical grants range $30,000–$100,000. Maximum $150,000 is rare; EV charger projects capped at $100,000 per charger.
When are applications accepted?
Annual intake opens early January (e.g., Jan 7–25, 2025), 18-day window. Monitor forms.gov.mb.ca/caf/ for 2025-26 dates.
Do I need matching funds?
Yes, 50% matching required. Total government assistance cannot exceed 100% of eligible costs.
Why do applications get rejected?
Common reasons: vague outcomes (no CO2e targets), insufficient operational history, or mismatched project priorities (not GHG reduction/resilience/clean energy).
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