Ocean Wise Eco-Action Accelerator

The Eco-Action Accelerator is a 6-month part-time microgrant program designed to provide Canada Service Corps (CSC) alumni with the tools to scale up a service project idea and develop long-term sustainability plans for their projects.

📝 About Ocean Wise Eco-Action Accelerator

The program includes three interconnected components to support the development and delivery of grantee service projects:

• A 3-day in-person retreat (October 3–6, 2025)
• 6 entrepreneurial workshops
• Regular mentorship with a program coach and a network of peers

The program will run from September 15, 2025, to January 5, 2026.

Opportunity Details

• Date Published: June 2, 2025
• Application Deadline: August 25, 2025
• Category: Grants, Training
• Opportunity Location: Canada
• Eligible Locations: Canada
• Sponsor Organization: Ocean Wise

🎁 Benefits of Ocean Wise Eco-Action Accelerator

Grantees are expected to dedicate 5–10 hours per week to the program and will benefit from:

• Funding: Up to $5,000 from one of three competitive streams.
• Guidance: Develop a long-term sustainable business plan for successful project delivery or scaling.
• Collaboration: Build a unique network of support by leveraging participants' knowledge and experience.
• Access to Resources: Professional resources and subject matter experts.

✅ Eligibility Criteria

Applicants must meet the following requirements:

• Be 19 to 30 years old at the time of application.
• Be an alum of a Canada Service Corps (CSC) program.
• Have a service project idea that contributes to positive environmental change by addressing:
  • Climate change, plastic & pollution, or overfishing (directly or indirectly).
  • Examples: Reducing reliance on single-use plastics, restoring habitats, raising awareness of environmental issues, etc.
• Be a Canadian citizen, permanent resident, or person granted refugee status in Canada.

🎯 Expectations During the Program

Grantees are expected to:

• Participate in a 3-day retreat (costs for food, lodging, and transportation will be covered).
• Engage fully in 6 virtual workshops tailored to skill development.
• Take part in regular mentorship opportunities with peers.
• Lead an individual or collaborative project contributing to environmental change.
• Keep all relevant receipts and submit an expense report and final report before the program ends.
• Develop and submit a scale-up and/or long-term sustainable project plan.

📋 Application Process

The application form does not allow saving progress, so applicants are advised to prepare the following in advance:

Project Proposal

Applicants must submit a written proposal (max 750 words) or a video recording (max 5 minutes). Up to five photos/visuals can be included as supporting materials. The proposal should:

• Outline the service project, including its scope, audience, and goals.
• Explain why you want to participate in the program.
• Describe how the project will:
  • Effect positive environmental change.
  • Increase national awareness of ocean conservation.
  • Promote an inclusive and accessible environmental sector.

📅 Key Dates

• Application Deadline: August 25, 2025
• Program Duration: September 15, 2025 – January 5, 2026
• In-Person Retreat: October 3–6, 2025

🌐 Application Portal

To apply, visit the Ocean Wise Eco-Action Accelerator Application Portal.

This program is a fantastic opportunity for young leaders passionate about environmental change to make a lasting impact while gaining valuable skills and resources. Don’t miss the chance to apply! 🌱

• Funding from one of three competitive streams up to $5,000.
• Guidance to develop a long-term sustainable business plan for successful delivery or scaling of their project.
• A collaborative approach to project development that taps into participants' knowledge and experience to build a unique network of support.
• Access to professional resources and subject matter experts.