Heritage Legacy Fund
The Heritage Legacy Fund (HLF) was established in 2003 with an initial $5 million gift from the Province of British Columbia. Since then, the Province has made regular contributions, most recently in 2022, bringing the fund’s total to $14 million.
Held by the Vancouver Foundation, the HLF operates under the trusted advisement of Heritage BC. The fund supports Heritage BC’s operations, heritage awareness initiatives, and a variety of programs, including the Heritage Legacy Fund grant program, which provides modest grants for heritage projects across British Columbia.
The HLF ensures the continued development of BC’s heritage sector. Heritage BC remains committed to advocating for the growth of the Heritage Legacy Fund endowment at the Vancouver Foundation to better support the preservation and promotion of BC’s tangible and intangible heritage.
Four Funding Streams
- Heritage Conservation Program for the preservation, rehabilitation, and restoration of heritage resources.
- Heritage Awareness Program for the research, documentation, presentation, and publication of information about specific community heritage resources.
- Heritage Planning Program for the creation of planning documents to assist with heritage conservation and awareness.
- Indigenous Partnership Program for initiatives to further reconciliation with Indigenous peoples through collaboration.
Intake Process
In 2025 we have adjusted the timing for the Heritage Legacy Fund grants to better support applicants’ needs and optimize project timelines. We will evaluate the impact of these changes to ensure it meets to goal of helping projects make the most of the summer months for construction and program delivery. The time change also enables us to manage the increased demand for the fund and implement valuable feedback from past applicants.
Here are some key dates for the 2025 Heritage Legacy Fund
May 1, 2025: Updated Guidelines and Worksheets Now Available
- Potential applicants are encouraged to review the updated 2025 Heritage Legacy Fund grant guidelines.
June 2, 2025: Application Intake Opens and Eligibility Checks Begin
- Online application forms open.
- All applicants must complete an eligibility check in order to access the online application.
- Eligibility requirements are outlined in the Heritage Legacy Fund Guidelines.
- Applicants can also download worksheets to help plan their Heritage Awareness, Heritage Conservation, Heritage Planning, and Indigenous Partnership grant applications.
June 11, 2025: Applying with Confidence: A Webinar on the Heritage Legacy Fund
- Join Heritage BC staff for an informative webinar about the Heritage Legacy Fund, the granting process, and practical tips for submitting a strong application. Whether you’re new to the fund or looking to strengthen your next proposal, this session will set you up for success.
- Live webinar on June 11, 2025, at 12:00 PM (PST). A recording will be available after the presentation.
- Register here to attend live.
August 2, 2025
- Applicants must contact Heritage BC to confirm their eligibility no later than August 2.
- Eligible applicants will be issued a code to access to the online application form.
August 15, 2025 Applications Close
- Submit your online application before 12:00 noon to qualify for 2025 HLF funding.
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