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  • Trail Catalyst Fund Application

    Trail Catalyst Fund Application

  • Before you begin

    Set aside:

    • 15 minutes to complete a Trail Care Grant
    • up to 1 hour for other funds and grants

    To make your application smoother, please have the following ready:
    Information you will need:

    • Project name
    • Application type
    • Project description including rationale, risks and constraints

    Documents and Files

    • Trails maps or locations files (KMZ/KML/Shapefile)
    • Coordinates (Project latitude/longitude from Google Maps)
    • Proof of Liability Insurance
    • Project Budget, Schedule and Revenue (Template Link)
    • If applicable, pictures of the site or signage along the trail

    Tips

    • Save and quit after each page to avoid losing data.
    • You'll receive an email with a summary and a link to return and edit your submision with each save.
  • The project most closely meets the following stream. The streams are described in the guidelines. (select one)*

  • Project Contact Information

  • Organization Information

  • Project Location

  • INTERNAL Needs to be on trail?
  • Is your project on a registered Trans Canada Trail section or a reroute?*

  • This project is ineligible due to not being on the trail. Please contact us for more information at project@tctrail.ca.

  • INTERNAL Is this an Indigenous Off-Trail application?
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    FR - Guide de création d'un fichier KML

  • Use Google Maps to find your project location. Right-click to copy latitude and longitude. Need help? Email project@tctrail.ca with the nearest address. You can also find information on downloading data from our web map here: How do I download Trail data?

  • Select the current status of Trans Canada Trail signage on your trail:*

  • Place Trans Canada wayfinding order here

  • Indigenous Engagement

  • Is your project Indigenous-led, located in an Indigenous community, or culturally focused?*
  • Have you partnered with an Indigenous group on this project?*
  • Have you engaged with the local First Nation, Métis or Inuit communities to obtain their support?*

  • We recommend engaging local Indigenous communities before applying. Contact us for support.

  • This project is ineligible for funding under the Indigenous Knowledge and Trails component. Please contact us at project@tctrail.ca for more information.

  • Initiative
  • Activity
  • Parks Canada Deliverable

  • ELIGIBILITY QUESTIONS

  • Is a maintenance plan in place for this trail?

  • A maintenance plan must be in place for project to be eligible. You may continue on the condition that a maintenance plan is completed and submitted to TCT.

    Please contact us at project@tctrail.ca to discuss eligibility requirements.

  • Which of the following categories best describes your Trail where the project is taking place?

  • Link to review - Trail Types and Definitions

     
  • Is this a project that improves safety for non-motorized users?

  • Unfortunately your project is not eligible at this time due to it not improving safety for non-motorized users.

    Please contact us at project@tctrail.ca to discuss eligibility requirements.

  • Is this project located on a Trail section in the Canadian Territories (YK, NT, NU)?
  • Is the primary trail type where the project is located registered by TCT as ''greenway'' in the summer months? (refer to - Trail Types and Definitions)
  • Is there known/illegal motorized use where the project is located, or is it considered ''undesignated greenway''? (refer to - Trail Types and Definitions)
  • Is the primary trail type where the project is located currently registered by TCT as ''mixed-use'' in the summer months? (refer to - Trail Types and Definitions)

  • Project requires a Trail type definition. You may continue conditionally with the application at this time.

    Please contact us at project@tctrail.ca to discuss eligibility requirements.

  • Is an alternate non-motorized route possible to maintain connection of Trans Canada Trail?

  • An alternate non-motorized route study is required. You may continue conditionally with the application at this time with eligibility being determined once a study is completed and provided to TCT. 

    Please contact us at project@tctrail.ca to discuss eligibility requirements.

  • Is there an alternate motorized route possible that would maintain the connection of Trans Canada Trail?
  • Does the community support mixed-use on the Trail section where the project is located?
  • Has a community consultation process involving all users been conducted?
  • Was the decision to include mixed-use mandated from the trail owner/manager?
  • Was the decision to include mixed-use mandated from an outside authority? (e.g. municipality or government)
  • Is the Trail section where the project is located a designated part of a provincial cycling/hiking network? (e.g. Blue Route Nova Scotia, Route Verte)

  • A community consultation must be conducted in order for project to be eligible. You may continue on the condition that a community consultation is held and the results provided to TCT. 

    Please contact us at project@tctrail.ca to discuss eligibility requirements.

  • Is there a plan in place that addresses etiquette and safety at the project location?

  • A safety and etiquette plan must be in place for project to be eligible. You may continue on the condition that a safety and etiquette plan is completed and submitted to TCT.

    Please contact us at project@tctrail.ca to discuss eligibility requirements.

  • Is there a signage plan or is regulatory signage in place to enforce safety rules and etiquette?

  • A signage plan and/or regulatory signage must be in place for project to be eligible. You may continue on the condition that a signage plan is completed and submitted or proof of installed regulatory signage is provided to TCT.

    Please contact us at project@tctrail.ca to discuss eligibility requirements.

  • Do local law enforcement and/or trail wardens play an active role in enforcing safety where the project is located?

  • A patrol/enforcement plan must be in place for project to be eligible. You may continue on the condition that a patrol/enforcement plan is completed and submitted to TCT.

    Please contact us at project@tctrail.ca to discuss eligibility requirements.

  • Is this an emergency or natural disaster project that is essential to maintaining the connection of Trans Canada Trail?
  • Is the purpose of this project to resolve structural and/or drainage damage to the Trail caused by motorized use?

  • Unfortunately your project is not eligible at this time due to it has Trail section issues to be resolved.

    Please contact us at project@tctrail.ca to discuss eligibility requirements.

  • Does/will this project meet minimum non-motorized standards? (e.g. for cycling, gravel bike can easily cycle it)

  • Trail section must meet minimum standards and/or address proper structure and drainage to be eligible. You may continue conditional on providing TCT with plans to meet minimum standards and/or to address trail structure and drainage.

    Please contact us at project@tctrail.ca to discuss eligibility requirements.

  • Is the motorized community supporting this project through matching contributions?

  • The motorized community must provide matching contributions in order for project to be eligible. You may continue conditional on future proof that the motorized community will provide matching contributions is provided to TCT.

    Please contact us at project@tctrail.ca to discuss eligibility requirements.

  • Does Trans Canada Trail map have a warning regarding motorized use on the Trail section where the project is located?

  • Look at our interactive map to answer question above.

  • Is motorized use on the Trail section problematic?
  • Is motorized use on the Trail section illegal?
  • Is the use of motorized vehicles limited on the Trail section, mainly used by a few locals and tolerated by the local trail authority?
  • Is the use of motorized vehicles accepted where the project is located because the Trail section is ''undesignated''? (refer to - Trail Types and Definitions)

  • You may continue with the application conditional on a future discussion with TCT regarding the use of your trail

    Please contact us at project@tctrail.ca to set up a meeting to discuss.

  • Is the trail designed to minimize or prevent damage by motorized vehicles?

  • Unfortunately your project is not eligible at this time due to it not addressing mitigation measures.

    Please contact us at project@tctrail.ca to discuss eligibility requirements.

  • Is any mitigation in place to minimize or prevent motorized use? (e.g. maze gate, boulders, etc.)

  • Mitigation must be in place for project to be eligible. You may continue on the condition that implementing a mitigation plan is included in this project.

    Please contact us at project@tctrail.ca to discuss eligibility requirements.

  • The project is eligible for funding at this time.

  • Volunteers

  • Do you have plans to include volunteers as part of your initiatives?*
  • Trans Canada Trail has a Volunteer Recognition Grant designed to celebrate and honor the dedication of volunteers on the Trail. Do you plan on recognizing a long-term volunteer this year?*
  • We can sometimes provide promotional items and branded gear alongside these grants. Please indicate whether your group is interested in receiving these items.*

  • Climate Impact and Emergency Support

  • What was the climate impact/emergency that led to this project being required?

  • Will your project/assessment also look to increase the trail's resiliency in the face of future climate-related impacts and vulnerabilities?*

  • Will you use any resources to build the trail “back better" than it was before the climate impact?*

  • Will any innovative approaches or technologies be utilized to increase future climate impact resiliency?*

  • Planting for Tomorrow

  • The tree planting location must have valid liability insurance. The insurance policy should also cover your volunteers if applicable. If it does not, the group must have liability coverage for the activity. Do you have liability insurance?*
  • Is the restoration project required under law or regulation, or as a condition of a permit or permission?*
  • What kind of project are you submitting for application? (If more than one option applies, please submit one form for each)*
  • Will the planting project result in permanent additions to the tree canopy?*
  • Will your group commit to taking care of the site for 2 years after planting (watering, check-ins)?*

  • Unfortunately your project is not eligible for funding at this time.

  • Planting Project

  • Will this project involve planting at one site or multiple sites?

  • Which of the following does the project best address:*

  • Planting for Tomorrow funds native tree and shrub species (i.e. species that are native to Canada, not introduced, and not invasive). To assemble your species list, use our Native Tree Species List and our Native Plants & Shrubs Species List available on our website. If needed, we are happy to set up a meeting with you to discuss suitable species for your project - send an email to trees@tctrail.ca to arrange this. 

    Examples of native trees:

    • Sugar Maple (Acer saccharum)
    • Eastern White Cedar (Thuja occidentalis)
    • Common Serviceberry (Amelanchier arborea)

    Examples of introduced/non-native trees:

    • Common Lilac (Syringa vulgaris)
    • Siberian Larch (Larix sibirica)
    • Siberian Crab Apple (Malus baccata)

    Examples of invasive trees/shrubs:

    • Norway Maple (Acer platanoides)
    • Russian Olive (Elaeagnus angustifolia)
    • Black Locust (Robinia pseudoacacia)
    • Siberian Peashrub / Caragana (Caragana arborescens)
    • Himalayan Blackberry (Rubus bifrons)
    • Common Buckthorn (Rhamnus cathartica) 
    • Honeysuckle species

  • Site and Planting Information

  • In the final report, you will be required to provide the following information for each planting site:

    • The history of the site
    • The land ownership type (as determined by the federal government)
    • The original use of the site prior to planting
    • The use of the site after planting
    • Whether the planting site is an agricultural shelterbelt or a similar farm feature
    • A description of site preparation activities, including site clearing, chemical treatments, and residue management
    • The percentage of living biomass present at the site before planting
    • Whether the site is considered habitat restoration for species at risk or other species of interest (excluding trees)
    • Whether the project contributes to increased forest resilience to climate change
  • Please confirm your agreement with this requirement.
  • Is this a diffuse planting? (Diffuse plantings are in urban or developed areas where the trees are being planted across the entire city/town/developed area, and not planted in a particular area, so no site information can be provided. Note that if the planting is in a developed area, but the trees are planted in a distinct patch within the developed area, please answer NO to this question.)*
  • Trans Canada Trail often receives requests from corporations looking for volunteer opportunities on the Trail for their staff. Would your group be interested in having corporate volunteers at your event?
  • What is your event date we can share with potential corporate volunteers?
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  • Trails Support Program

  • The trail that you are applying for must have valid liability insurance. The insurance policy should also cover your volunteers if applicable. If it does not, the group must have liability coverage for the activity. Do you have liability insurance for the Trail section you want to work on?*

  • Accessibility & Inclusion

  • Was this project (or part of the project) initiated as a result of the outcomes of an Accessibility Mapping activity with Trans Canada Trail?*
  • Will this project advance inclusion in Trails? This may include individuals with disabilities, and/or racialized, LGBTQ2S+ and Indigenous communities.*

  • Training and Professional Development

  • Please confirm that all the employees under this program will be between 15 years of age and 30 years of age (inclusive) during the employment period.*

  • Schedule

  • When will the work be started?*
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  • When will the work be completed?*
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  • The start date must be before the complete date

  • PUSH Project Completed
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  • Budget & Request

  • Total cost of the project must be greater than the requested amount.

  • Are all your matching funds in hand?*
  • Rows

  • Eligibility Documentation

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  • Supporting Documentation

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  • Are you granting permission to the Trans Canada Trail to use your photos in its publication (electronic / paper)?*
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  • Link to Project: Budget, Schedule and Revenue template for download

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  • Link to EFT form for download - EN

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  • Confirmation and Submission

  • Confirmation statements

    • I confirm that the information and documents submitted are true, accurate, and complete.
    • I confirm that a representative with signing & decision-making authority has authorized completion of this application.

    A notification email will be sent to you shortly, with a copy of this form’s information. A member of the TCT Trail team will review and be in touch to discuss your project.

  • Is your application complete and ready for final submission?*

  • Unfortunately your project is not eligible at this time due to it not improving safety for non-motorized users.

    Please contact us to discuss eligibility requirements.

  • Unfortunately your project is not eligible at this time due to it has Trail section issues to be resolved.

    Please contact us to discuss eligibility requirements.

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