GrantBritish ColumbiaEquipment Purchase or Upgrades
ORV Trail Fund
Since 2017, the Off Road Vehicle (ORV) Trail Fund, supported by Insurance Corporation of British Columbia (ICBC) registration fees, has invested in safe, sustainable off-road trail projects across B.C. The fund builds stronger trail networks, supports community partnerships, and enhances outdoor recreation for residents and visitors.
Offered by Recreation Sites and Trails BC (RSTBC)
Amount
Up to $25,000
All projects must request between $5,000 and $25,000 in funding (minimum request $5,000, maximum request $25,000)
Quick eligibility check
Years in business
No minimum stated
Employees
No limit stated
Revenue
No limit stated
Legal structure
Incorporated, non-profit, other
Location
British Columbia
Who can apply
Why allow a business to apply for funding?
- Some ORV trail networks require specialized skills, equipment, or technical capacity that local clubs or non-profits may not have
- Allowing businesses to apply expands the pool of qualified proponents, helping ensure important projects can move forward
- Matching contributions must equal 20% of your funding request
- 10% must be monetary
- 10% may be in-kind
- Project must be completed within 2 years (including reporting).
- All required authorizations must be uploaded.
About the funding
All projects must request between $5,000 and $25,000 in funding
Funding Rules • Minimum request: $5,000 • Maximum request: $25,000
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