Community Interaction Program — Study projects

Community organizations looking to better understand an environmental challenge before taking action can find targeted support through the Community Interaction Program — Study projects. This initiative is designed for nonprofits and community-based groups that want to explore a specific environmental issue in depth, with a strong focus on translating research into practical, on-the-ground solutions. It is particularly relevant for organizations working in environmental protection, ecosystem conservation, and clean technology, especially those connected to the St. Lawrence River and surrounding regions.

Delivered through a collaboration between the Government of Canada and the Gouvernement du Québec, the program offers non-repayable funding of up to about $25,000 to support structured study projects. These projects often involve data collection, analysis, and community engagement aimed at identifying concrete actions that can improve environmental outcomes. A distinctive feature of the program is its emphasis on public and partner participation, encouraging organizations to involve local stakeholders, Indigenous communities, and regional partners in both the study and the planning of next steps.

Study projects funded under this program are typically an early but critical phase of broader environmental initiatives, helping organizations build a solid foundation before moving into implementation. Applications are generally accepted on an ongoing basis, making it worthwhile for interested nonprofits to explore how this funding could support their environmental goals and long-term projects in more detail.