Heritage Conservation Grants Program 2026

🏛️ About The Program

The Vancouver Heritage Foundation Heritage Conservation Grants provide funding and professional support to preserve and maintain heritage buildings and sites across Vancouver. The program offers two types of grants:

• Planning Project Grants: To help owners plan for heritage conservation.
• Conservation Project Grants: To restore and protect heritage places using recognized conservation best practices.

🎁 Benefits of the Program

Planning Project Grant Amounts

• Up to $2,000 for private owners.
• Up to $3,000 for non-profit organizations and First Nations.

Conservation Project Grant Amounts

• Up to $7,500 for private owners.
• Up to $10,000 for private owners with heritage designation.
• Up to $10,000 for non-profit organizations and First Nations.

Five-Year Cumulative Funding Limits

Over a five-year period, cumulative funding per site may reach:

• Up to $20,000 for privately owned sites.
• Up to $25,000 for designated private heritage sites.
• Up to $30,000 for sites owned by non-profit organizations or First Nations.

✅ Eligibility Criteria

Eligible applicants include:

• Private property owners.
• Strata corporations.
• Registered non-profit societies.
• Federally registered charities.
• First Nations.

Site Requirements

• The site must be listed on the Vancouver Heritage Register or actively applying for inclusion.
• Exceptions may be made for sites of Indigenous cultural significance.

📅 Application Date and Process

• Application Deadline: 11 February, 2026
• To apply, visit the official application portal.

🔗 Additional Information

For more details about the program, visit the Vancouver Heritage Foundation Grants Page.

This program is an excellent opportunity for individuals and organizations committed to preserving Vancouver's rich heritage. Don't miss the chance to contribute to the conservation of historic sites while receiving financial and professional support!

• Up to $2,000 for private owners
• Up to $3,000 for non-profit organizations and First Nations
• Up to $7,500 for private owners
• Up to $10,000 for private owners with heritage designation
• Up to $10,000 for non-profit organizations and First Nations
• Up to $20,000 for privately owned sites over five years
• Up to $25,000 for designated private heritage sites over five years
• Up to $30,000 for sites owned by non-profit organizations or First Nations over five years