Please note the 2026 intake for applications is now open!
WHEN TO APPLY?
Applications for funding closed on April 30th. In the event that there are remaining funds not allocated, a second intake may be offered for June 30th. If available, this will be communicated to the membership.
WHO CAN APPLY?
Grants will be given to Horse Council BC member clubs or affiliates that have been members in good standing of Horse Council BC for a minimum of 2 years and whose members are Horse Council BC members
Committees of Horse Council BC whose projects meet the required criteria
ELIGIBLE PROJECTS
Eligible projects for funding would include:
- New trail construction
- Trail upgrade/improvement
- Bridge and water crossing construction, upgrades or rehabilitation
- Signage
- Trail surveying and tracking
- Trail rehabilitation
- Horse camp facilities such as corrals, high lines, toilets, fire rings, signage, stock watering facilities, etc.
- Trailhead modifications to accommodate horses and horse trailers
Selection Criteria – The grant will cover up to 75% of the purchase or project cost to a maximum of $5,000.00.
NEW – All grant funding must be used by December 31st.
FORMS & APPLICATIONS
BECOME A BC EQUESTRIAN TRAILS BUILDER!
Just a few dollars from each Horse Council BC member each year can make a huge difference in building and improving BC’s equestrian trails. If you like to explore new trails, or plan to in the future, help make BC the best place on earth to ride by making a donation to the BC Equestrian Trails Fund.
Grants will be made available to HCBC member clubs to assist them in building and improving trails and horse-camping sites. If you are interested in donating you can do so online or by phone with a credit card or by mailing in a cheque.
OTHER POTENTIAL SOURCES OF FUNDING
Do you need funding for a project? Our partners at the Outdoor Recreation Council provide a spreadsheet with additional funding resources. You can find out more by going to the Learning Centre on their webpage.
WHERE THE DOLLARS WENT IN 2025…
- Back Country Horsemen of BC, Shuswap Chapter for Skimikin Aspen Trail
- Back Country Horsemen of BC, North Vancouver Island Chapter the Beadnell Island Trail
- Back Country Horsemen of BC, Aldergrove Chapter for the Dewdney Trail and Tulameen Camp
- Island 22 Equestrian Park Society, for Trail Maintenance
- 70 Mile Community Club for Campsite & Trailhead Improvements