Important dates
Program applications are now closed for 2023-24. Applications will open again in the summer of 2024.
Overview
The Rangeland Sustainability Program (RSP) works to promote the conservation and long-term sustainability of Alberta’s rangelands and the ecosystem services these working landscapes provide. Alberta’s Rangelands provide many ecological goods and services that benefit all Albertans. Clean air, fresh water, food, timber, wildlife habitat, biodiversity, soil stabilization, pollination, buffering from extreme weather events like floods and fires, and carbon sequestration and storage are all direct benefits from Alberta’s rangeland. Rangelands also provide a sustainable and renewable source of livestock forage, contributing to the livelihoods of farmers and ranchers and supporting the foundations of vibrant rural communities in Alberta.
About the program
The Rangeland Sustainability Program provides funding for collaborative projects with partners and stakeholders across the province that:
- support sustainable rangeland stewardship initiatives implemented by industry and stakeholders
- increase knowledge and understanding of rangeland management outcomes for long-term sustainability through research, education and tool development
- support rangeland initiatives that help producers overcome barriers to sustainability of rangelands
Funding for the Rangeland Sustainability Program grant funding comes from a portion of annual grazing rental revenue. The annual program budget changes annually as grazing rental revenue is based on a variable market-based rental (for example: cattle prices). For more information on how the grazing rental rate will change, see Public land grazing rent and assignment fee.
Eligibility
How to apply
Develop an eligible project that supports one or more of the priority funding themes listed below. The 2024 application form and program deadline will be posted here in the summer of 2024. The annual application deadline is in the fall.
Priority funding themes
For more information, contact: [email protected].
Contact
Connect with the Grants Program Delivery Section:
Hours: 8:15 am to 4:30 pm (open Monday to Friday, closed statutory holidays)
Phone: 310-3773 (in Alberta)
Email: [email protected]
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