Application Deadlines
The PEI Wildlife Conservation Fund Committee considers applications twice each year: The spring (January – February) and again in the fall (August – September).
The proposed projects must benefit wildlife on Prince Edward Island. Projects should fit into one of the five work priority categories:
Habitat restoration or enhancement
Must contribute to the improvement of wildlife habitat in river, upland or wetland ecosystems.
Education
Must contribute to a better understanding and/or appreciation of wildlife among a segment of the Island public.
Other
Must have value for wildlife or wildlife habitat in PEI.
Natural Areas
Must contribute to the improvement or expansion of designated natural areas for wildlife in PEI.
Research and monitoring
Must contribute to our knowledge of wildlife or wildlife habitat in PEI.
The Spring 2026 round of PEIWCF Funding is Now Closed! Applications are now being reviewed and all applicants will receive an update as soon as reviews are complete. Applicants will be notified regardless of whether they are successful, or unsuccessful.
Application Deadlines
The PEI Wildlife Conservation Fund Committee considers applications twice each year: The spring (January – February) and again in the fall (August – September).
Reporting Requirements
Reports for successful projects awarded in the Fall 2025 round of funding are required to be submitted online via our application portal. Reports are due by no later than March 31st, 2026 at 5:00pm*.
*Please note: extensions may be requested in certain circumstances to be considered on a case by case basis at the discretion of the Fund Administrator; the Community Foundation of PEI.