Climate Change and Environment

Water Retention and Runoff Management

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Notice
Accepting applications until 11:59PM on November 14, 2024
Program guidelines have been revised for this intake. Please review carefully to ensure eligibility before applying

The purpose of the Water Retention and Runoff Management BMP is to build structures that:

  • Improve the management of surface water throughout a watershed to protect against flooding, drought and the impacts of climate change
  • Improve surface water quality by capturing sediments, nutrients and pesticides
  • Increase wildlife habitat, biodiversity and ecosystem resilience
  • Develop a sustainable on-farm water supply

Intake Information

  • The intake for this program is currently open; funding requests will be accepted from October 16, 2024, to 11:59PM on November 14, 2024.
  • Applications must be received by November 14, 2024, to be considered for funding. Applications will not be accepted after this deadline.

Eligible Applicants

Program is open to Manitoba Watershed Districts only

Eligible Activities

  • Engineering and consultative fees
  • Construction of water retention

Please refer to the program guide for details on eligible and ineligible expenses.

Project Timeline

Projects will have up to eighteen months to be completed:

  • Projects shall start on, or after, April 1, 2025
  • Projects must be completed by no later than September 30, 2026

Cost share/funding information

Watershed Districts can be reimbursed for up to 100 per cent of total approved eligible costs.

  • There is a $100,000 maximum funding cap per application worksheet.

Additional Information and Documents

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Terms and Conditions Program Guide Applicant Information Form Application Worksheet Budget Worksheet Sample Agreement