If this is a non profit organization for improving Aboriginal drinking water, there are loads of gov grants out there to possibly help with the purchase and ongoing maintenance of the project. He just needs to build his proposal, maybe you can help him with that.
- Aboriginal Business Investment Fund (ABIF): Administered by the Alberta government, this fund partially or completely funds capital costs for Indigenous community-owned economic development projects. Grants range from a minimum of $150,000 to a maximum of $750,000 and can cover up to 100% of eligible costs, including equipment purchases and construction or improvement of buildings and infrastructure.
- $1.5 billion Investment for Clean Drinking Water: In December 2020, the Government of Canada announced a $1.5 billion investment to address water quality issues in First Nations communities. This funding includes support for training water operators, building and improving water infrastructure, and helping communities retain qualified operators. The investment also includes $553.4 million to continue funding water and wastewater infrastructure on reserve and $309.8 million to support and accelerate ongoing work to lift all long-term drinking water advisories on public systems on reserves.
- Ongoing Funding for Operations and Maintenance: Starting in 2021, the Government of Canada committed to providing 100% of formula funding for water and wastewater operations and maintenance costs on reserves. This increased funding aims to ensure long-term sustainability of water infrastructure and prevent the recurrence of drinking water advisories.
- Call for Proposals for Water and Wastewater Capacity Building: In March 2022, the Government of Canada launched a call for proposals to enhance water and wastewater capacity building efforts in First Nations communities. This initiative aims to address the retention, recruitment, and availability of water and wastewater operators, which are essential for ensuring long-term access to safe drinking water.
- Clean Water and Wastewater Fund (CWWF): This fund provides short-term funding of $2 billion to support projects that contribute to the rehabilitation of water and wastewater systems, as well as initiatives that improve asset management and system optimization. The CWWF is managed through funding agreements between Canada and each province and territory, which then distribute funds to eligible recipients for eligible projects.
