Habitat Acquisitions

Each spring, HCTF accepts grant applications from organizations looking to purchase properties to protect important habitat for BC’s fish and wildlife. Proposed acquisitions are evaluated on criteria such as connectivity to other conservation areas, conservation priority, and habitats. Financial factors such as partnership funding, stability of the proponent organization, cost per hectare and level of community support are also carefully considered. Because Habitat Acquisitions are funded through license surcharge from hunting, fishing, and trapping there is an emphasis on public access and opportunities for fishing, hunting, and other forms of non-motorized outdoor recreation which reflects surcharge dollars that supports this grant.  

For more information visit out Habitat Acquisitions webpage where we recommend reviewing the Habitat Acquisitions Proposal Guidelines, Acquisitions Worksheet and the Acquisitions Budget Spreadsheet documents prior to starting your application.

Application Deadline: Wednesday April 15, 2026 at 4:30pm (PST)