Community Benefit Program Application Window Open

The Community Benefit Fund was established by the CCF to provide funding for community projects that have the potential to offer lasting benefits in the partner communities of the Lil’wat Nation, Squamish Nation and Resort Municipality of Whistler.

Funding for the Benefit Fund will be paid from a portion of the carbon income to a maximum of $50,000 per year as funding allows and as determined by the CCF Board of Directors. 

Application Procedures

Community groups and non-profit groups from the three CCF partner communities wishing to apply for funding from the Benefit Fund should submit a letter of intent to the CCF Board of Directors by March 9, 2026. Letters of intent should include a brief description of the project, who is involved, estimated budget request, and timeline. The letters will be reviewed by the CCF Board of Directors.

The CCF will fund projects and administration costs related to:

• Forest education (training, interpretive signs, tours, educational materials, etc.)
• Trail or recreation development and/or enhancement 
• First Nations’ cultural or youth-oriented projects and programs
• Forest health (invasive species management, etc.)

The CCF will not fund solely administration or routine operational expenses. 

Following a review of the letters of intent, all applicants will receive notification of the Board’s decision. Successful applicants will be asked to submit a detailed application using the application form template to provide sufficient information to allow the CCF Board to fully evaluate the merits of the project. The applicant must clearly identify how the project benefits the community and what portion of the project will be supported by the CCF Benefit Fund.

Successful applicants must confirm that they will acknowledge the funding received through the Benefit Fund on all media releases, social media, and include the CCF logo on promotional materials, signs or other materials developed with the funding. They also agree to allow the CCF to share information regarding the project funding through its media channels.

Applicants may send an email indicating their interest through the CCF Contact Us intake form on the CCF website.