The REFBC makes grants to support projects that advance sustainability, equity, and social justice in relation to land use and real estate practices in BC. They prioritize grants to Indigenous-led organizations, and are particularly interested in projects that support Indigenous rights and interests in land use and real estate.

They have 5 priorities:
Land Use 
Fresh Water
Build Environments
Food Sovereignty
Real Estate Profession

FUNDING ALLOCATION: 

• Grants for small, grassroots projects typically range from $5,000 to $50,000.

• Grants for larger or province-wide projects range from $50,000 to over $100,000.

• Grants for complex, multi-year programs and initiatives range from $100,000 to $300,000.

ELIGIBILITY: First Nations, non-profits, and other organizations working on projects relating to land use or real estate in BC.

INTAKE OPENS: January 6th, 2025
APPLICATION DEADLINE: January 28th, 2025

GWAII INSIGHTS: Going into the holiday season, resourcing is becoming a constraint in the sector. The end-of-year deadline is looming, decision makers are starting to head off on holidays and resources are harder to come by – so be sure to time block and start earlier than usual. To increase your chances of success, we would suggest attending one of the REFBC’s webinars to learn more about their funding priorities and the application process as a whole.