BC Hydro Broad Impact Grants

Be a Canadian non-profit or registered Canadian charitable organization. If you are a Canadian charity, your Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) registered charitable number must be provided.Direct the funding to a specific program or initiative that aligns with one or more of our three focus areas.Be financially stable, have effective management and enough employees or volunteers to execute the program successfully.

Building the STEM workforce of tomorrow. We support organizations with programs that focus on youth education in the areas of STEM (science, technology, engineering, math) and trades training. Our goal is to help foster a more highly qualified workforce for B.C.’s future. Projects or programs with a particular focus on Indigenous communities are at the top of our list.Safety educationWe support organizations with programs that focus on public safety. Projects or programs that promote electrical safety, water safety, and emergency preparedness are at the top of our list.Developing a clean and sustainable futureWe support organizations with programs that will lead to a more sustainable future. Projects or programs that increase awareness and take steps towards environmental conservation, energy-efficiency, and reducing carbon emissions are at the top of our list.