The Eco-Action Accelerator is a 6-month part-time microgrant program that provides Canada Service Corps (CSC) alumni with the tools to scale up a service project idea and produce expansion plans that focus on the long-term sustainability of the project.
About Ocean Wise Eco-Action Accelerator
Opportunity Details
- Date Published: June 02, 2025
- Application Deadline: August 25, 2025
- Category: Grants
Training
- Oppotunity Locations: Canada
- Eligible Locations: Canada
The program consists of 3-interconnected components that support the development and delivery of grantee service projects: a 3-day in-person retreat, 6 entrepreneurial workshops, and regular mentorship with a program coach and network of peers. The program will run from September 15, 2025 to January 5, 2025, with a 3-day in-person retreat from October 3 to 6, 2025.
Benefits of Ocean Wise Eco-Action Accelerator
Grantees are expected to spend approximately 5-10 hours/week working on the program to meet the deliverables, and will benefit from:
- 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.
Ocean Wise Eco-Action Accelerator Requirements
Applicants must:
- 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 contributing to positive environmental change by addressing climate change, plastic & pollution, or overfishing either directly (ex. reducing reliance on single-use plastics, restoring habitats, improving access to sustainable seafood, etc.) or indirectly (ex. encouraging nature connectedness, promoting accessibility & inclusivity in environmental spaces, raising awareness of environmental issues, combating climate anxiety & eco-grief, etc.); and
- Be a Canadian citizen, permanent resident, or person granted refugee status in Canada.
Expectations
During the 6-month program, Accelerator Grantees are expected to:
- Participate in a 3-day retreat (costs associated with the in-person retreat will be covered including: food, lodging, transportation);
- Engage fully in 6 virtual workshops and discussions tailored to developing appropriate skills;
- Engage fully in regular mentorship opportunities with peers;
- Lead an individual or collaborative project that contributes to positive change for the environment either directly or indirectly (see examples in Eligibility above);
- Keep all relevant receipts to submit an expense report and a final report prior to the program end date; and
- Develop and submit a scale-up and/or long-term sustainable project plan
Application Date and Process
Click on the link to the application website to apply. The application form does not permit saving your progress, so they recommend preparing the following in advance:
Project Proposal: Express your interest in applying for the Eco-Action Accelerator. This section can be written (max 750 words) or a video recording (max 5 min). Up to five photos/visuals can be included in the submission as supporting materials. Your Project Proposal should:
- Outline the service project you wish to further develop or scale-up, including the scope, audience, and goals of the project;
- Describe why you want to participate in this program;
- Explain how your project will effect positive change for the environment, increase national awareness of ocean conservation, and/or promote an inclusive and accessible environmental sector.
Application Deadline
25 August, 2025
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