News Release

FREDERICTON (GNB) – The Department of Environment and Local Government is now accepting applications for funding under the Environmental Trust Fund.

“Our government is committed to protecting, preserving and enhancing the province's natural environment by funding grassroots environmental projects through the fund,” said Environment and Local Government Minister Brian Kenny. “By providing this financial support we are making life better for current and future generations of New Brunswickers.”

Revenue for the fund comes from about half of the environmental fee paid on redeemable beverage containers. The fund provides assistance to community groups, organizations, municipalities and institutions for projects that produce tangible, measurable benefits to the environment. Last year, the fund provided more than $4 million to 182 projects.

The 2015-16 Environmental Trust Fund priority action areas are:

• protecting our environment;
• increasing environmental awareness;
• managing our waste;
• addressing climate change; and
• building sustainable communities.

Submissions will be assessed based on how they address these priority action areas as well as how they contribute to the government’s broader priorities of job creation, balancing finances and making life more affordable for families.

The application form and additional information is available online. Applications will be accepted until Jan. 16.