Apply for funding
Search and Rescue New Initiatives Fund (SAR NIF)

If you have any questions or have accessibility concerns with the online application form, please contact us (sarnif-fnirs@ps-sp.gc.ca) for assistance or to obtain an alternate format.

Completing your online application

The online application can be completed in multiple sessions. Your responses will be saved automatically as long as you use the same:

• Application link
• Internet browser
• Device, such as a desktop, laptop, tablet or mobile phone

Closing your browser without bookmarking may result in loss of progress and inability to access your application again. Fill out all sections and ensure that all mandatory and supplemental documentation has been uploaded prior to submitting your application.

Incomplete applications will not be considered. You will have the opportunity to review and update your answers as needed before submitting the application.

Instructions on how to navigate the application form are available at the beginning of the application. Please read them carefully.

Start your application (opens in a new browser tab)

Application form questions

Before you start your application, you can view the questions and content in advance to help you prepare before submitting.

(Application form questions - HTML version for reference only)

Application templates

Work plan template (mandatory)

The work plan template provides information on the key activities and timelines. Organizations often rely on these detailed work plans to manage projects.

For this application, only include the steps that will help with reaching your project objectives. If the project is approved, you will need to report on all activities you list.

Work plan template

Budget template (mandatory)

Along with your work plan, the budget template forms the basis of your application for funding. Please ensure that it is as detailed and accurate as possible to avoid future complications and delays.

Budget template

List of equipment, materials and supplies template (if applicable)

If you purchase equipment, materials or supplies as part of your project, you must include a detailed list with estimated costs as part of your application. You must use the template provided and upload it into the online Application for Funding.

Detailed list of equipment, materials and supplies

Applicant checklist

Use this checklist to ensure that your application package is complete. Incomplete applications and applications without enough detail will not be considered for funding.

Applicant checklist