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Since 2010, more than 400 sustainability projects have been funded by the SPF.
The Sustainability Projects Fund (SPF) mandate is to build a culture of sustainability on McGill campuses through the development and seed-funding of interdisciplinary projects. It creates opportunities for the McGill community to actively engage in sustainability initiatives on campus, empowering individuals to be change agents in their own studying and work environment.
The SPF is the largest fund of its kind in Canada, valued at more than $1 million annually.The SPF is the largest fund of its kind in Canada, valued at more than $1 million annually.
It is supported by a student fee of $0.55 per credit to be collected from each Students Society of McGill University (SSMU), Macdonald Campus Students Society (MCSS), and Post-Graduates Students' Society (PGSS) student, matched, dollar-to-dollar, by the University.
Sustainability Projects Fund at a Glance
Since 2010, there has been more than:
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the deadline to submit my application?
How long will it take to hear back?
Can I get feedback on my idea before I submit my application?
Is there a budget limit?
What kind of projects are eligible for funding?
How long do I have to use the funding?
How is the funding allocated?
I don't have a project idea right now. Is there another way to get involved with the SPF?
Can I get involved in an ongoing project?
Can I get reimbursed for a project I am already working on?
Who can apply for funding?
Does the SPF fund research?
Does the SPF fund events?
Does the SPF fund paid positions?
Does the SPF fund conferences or conference attendance?
Have a question that isn't answered here? Get in touch with the SPF team.