News & Updates

Coastal Planning Support Program is inviting coastal municipalities to apply for consulting services to develop coastal protection plans and bylaws that address climate change. Each municipality is eligible for up to $20,000 in consulting services, with collaboration bonuses of up to 30% for joint applications.

• Deadline: February 11, 2026 at 11:59 PM
• Completion of consulting services: December 31, 2026
• Information sessions: NSFM will be hosting sessions across the province to introduce the program. Dates and times to be announced.

New Funding Opportunities Added to the Portal:

• Community Recreation Capital Grant: Provincial funding up to $8,000 for small-scale indoor and outdoor capital recreation projects under $30,000. Supports permanent improvements to community recreation facilities including renovations, equipment and structural investments.
  • Deadline: December 1, 2025
• Recreation Facility Development Grant: Provincial funding up to $150,000 for recreation facility projects over $30,000. Supports development, upgrades and repairs of recreation centres, pools, rinks, athletic fields, parks, playgrounds and other facilities promoting active living.
  • Deadline: Closed. Next call for proposals TBD.

Update to Existing Program:

• Applications are now open for the Urban Forestry Plans and Studies funding stream under the Federation of Canadian Municipalities’ Green Municipal Fund. The program provides support for urban forest planning, management, and stewardship, and funds studies that strengthen the sustainability and resilience of community forests and trees.
  • Deadline: April 15, 2026