Volunteer and Composite Fire Departments Equipment and Training

Applications are currently being accepted for this funding stream.
Next application deadline: October 18, 2024 (funding permitting).

The intent of this funding stream is to build the resiliency of volunteer and composite fire departments in preparing for and responding to emergencies through the purchase of new or replacement equipment and to facilitate the delivery of training. Ongoing operational costs and the purchase of major fire apparatus are not eligible.

Please join the UBCM Funding Webinar: Community Emergency Preparedness Fund Webinar on
July 16, 2024 (1.30 - 3.30 PM) to learn more about this intake. Register Here

The next application deadline is October 18, 2024.
- 2024 Volunteer Fire Department - Program and Application Guide
- Applications are required to be submitted in two steps prior to the application deadline:
  Step 1 | Online Application Form
  This online form must be completed for all applications to LGPS funding programs and includes questions that are common to all grant applications. When the LGPS Online Application Form is submitted, the applicant will receive an email confirmation including the file number that has been assigned to the application and a copy of the Application Worksheet that must be completed as part of Step 2.
  APPLY NOW (link to Online Application Form)
  Step 2 | Application Worksheet
  This worksheet contains questions that are specific to the funding stream and must be submitted by email to UBCM with all other required attachments.
  More information about the LGPS Online Application Tool, including access to sample Application Forms and Worksheets, is available on our LGPS General Information and Forms webpage. Refer to the Program and Application Guide for any additional information on the new process, worksheet questions and the documents that will be required to be submitted during each step or contact us for further information at cepf@ubcm.ca.
- CEPF Webinar - July 16, 2024 (1.30-3.30 PM) | Register Here
- 2024 Volunteer Fire Department - Final Report Form | Coming Soon
The application deadline for 2023 was October 20, 2023. Applicants will be notified on the status of their application within 90 days of the intake deadline.
Application deadline was October 21, 2022. Approved 2022 applicants should refer to the program guide for reporting requirements.
- 2022 Volunteer & Composite Fire Departments Equipment & Training Program & Application Guide (Updated September 1, 2022)
- 2022 Volunteer & Composite Fire Departments Equipment & Training Final Report Form