Grants
In an effort to 'share in the responsibility' of a clean and healthy environment, ERCA has a comprehensive Clean Water - Green Spaces program aimed at improving regional water quality and enhancing natural areas and biodiversity. Grants of up to 90% of project costs are available to qualifying landowners to implement projects which will help improve local water quality, reduce soil erosion, and increase natural areas cover Further details are included in the table below. Participation in the program is entirely voluntary, and will not have any impact on your property rights.
The grant programs provide funding for the projects listed based on the following criteria:
| Eligible Projects | Grant Rate | Maximum Grant | Staff Contact (519-776-5209) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Buffer strips and wind breaks | Up to 75% | $3,000 | Michael Dick, ext. 369, mdick@erca.org |
| Tree Planting - Blocks of up to 5 acres (2 hectares) | Up to 75% | $5,000 | Robert Davies, ext. 310, rdavies@erca.org |
| Tree Planting - Blocks larger than 5 acres (2 hectares) | Up to 90% | No maximum | Paul Giroux, ext. 377 , pgiroux@erca.org |
| Soil erosion control structures (eg. rock chutes, header tile retrofits, etc.) | Up to 75% | $3,000 | Michael Dick, ext. 369, mdick@erca.org |
| Water Well capping | Up to 50% | $1,500 | Michael Dick, ext. 369, mdick@erca.org |
| Septic system upgrades (Detroit River watersheds only) | Up to 33% | $5,000 | Michael Dick, ext. 369, mdick@erca.org |
*note - for full details on eligibility, please see our Program Guide link below.
The process requires that the landowners complete an application form and meet with one of ERCA's staff members for consultation.
