Deadline: 18-Oct-2024
The Union of BC Municipalities (UBCM) is currently accepting applications for the Volunteer and Composite Fire Departments Equipment and Training funding stream to enhance the ability of volunteer fire departments and composite fire departments to prepare for and respond to emergencies.
Funding Information
- The Volunteer and Composite Fire Departments Equipment and Training funding stream can contribute a maximum of 100% of the cost of eligible activities to a maximum of $40,000.00.
- However, due to the number of fire departments that may be under their jurisdiction, regional districts can apply for a maximum of $40,000.00 for each fire department that they have established a service area for in a single application.
Eligible Projects
- To qualify for funding, proposed activities must enhance the ability of volunteer fire departments and composite fire departments to prepare for and respond to emergencies.
- In addition, to qualify for funding, projects must be:
- A new or subsequent phase of a project (retroactive funding is not available).
- Capable of completion by the applicant within one year from the date of grant approval.
- Where applicable, eligible for required approvals, authorizations, and permits.
- Implementing full adoption of the BC Structure Firefighter Minimum Training Standards.
Eligible Activities
- Purchase of new or replacement equipment to enable or enhance the ability of eligible fire departments to meet the needs of the community and the Minimum Training Standards in accordance with declared level of service.
- Training to enhance the ability of eligible fire departments to meet the needs of the community and Training Standards.
- Cross training required to support response to interface fires.
Eligibility Criteria
- Eligible applicants are:
- First Nations (bands and Treaty First Nations) in BC.
- Local governments (municipalities or regional districts) in BC.
- Legally incorporated society-run fire departments in BC that are in good standing.
- Improvement Districts in BC.
For more information, visit UBCM.