Applications are now being accepted from community groups and schools for community conservation grants given out by the Grand River Conservation Foundation.
Each year, the foundation awards grants of up to $1,000 to qualified groups (registered charities) or up to $500 for elementary schools undertaking conservation projects in the watershed.
The deadline for receipt of applications for those grants is May 1. Applications can be downloaded from www.grcf.ca or by contacting the foundation at 519-621-2763 ext. 2271 or at foundation@grandriver.ca.