Manitoba Habitat Conservancy (MHC) is pleased to announce its support
of 36 conservation projects across Manitoba with funding from the Conservation and
GROW Trusts. These new projects will protect vital habitats, enhance biodiversity, and
strengthen climate resilience in communities and farms across the province.
“The Trusts allow communities and organizations to take real, on-the-ground action for the
environment,” said Samantha German, grants manager at MHC. “This funding empowers
our partners to conserve, restore or enhance natural spaces across the province and we
take pride in being able to be a part of that.”
This year, the MHC Board is awarding $10.48 million in grants to support projects focused
on achieving a range of environmental outcomes such as the conservation of 2,230 acres
of temporary wetlands, restoration of 7,696 acres of habitat and connection of over 4000
people to nature through educational conservation programming. These new funds were
generated from interest earned on an endowment contribution by the Manitoba
government and invested by The Winnipeg Foundation.
“These conservation projects reflect Manitoba’s strong commitment to environmental
stewardship and sustainability,” said Environment and Climate Change Minister Mike
Moyes. “By investing in community-driven initiatives through the Conservation and GROW
Trusts, local groups are supported in their efforts to conserve and restore the natural
spaces that matter to Manitobans. Thanks to the dedication of groups like these, we’re
seeing real momentum in building a healthier, more sustainable Manitoba. Their efforts are
helping to create greener, more environmentally conscious communities across the
province.”
Funded projects in 2025 include returning grantees such as Manitoba’s watershed districts
and Ducks Unlimited Canada, as well as first time applicants like Friends of Living Prairie.
“Living Prairie Museum is a provincial treasure and we’re excited that these funds will help
new people to discover this beautiful urban prairie,” said Marilyn Robinson, chair of the
Friends of the Living Prairie Museum. “This project will increase inclusion and accessibility
and create new opportunities for everyone to connect to our prairie heritage. We look
forward to the new pathways, gardens, and learning opportunities this grant will help bring
forward.”
Since its inception, the Conservation and GROW Trusts have supported more than 180
projects and granted nearly $61 million, delivering measurable benefits for Manitoba’s
environment, communities, and economy.
To learn more about past projects funded through the Conservation Trust, visit: