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Applications Now Open for the British Columbia Air Access Program
Up to $2 Million Available | Purpose: Enhancing Aviation Infrastructure Across B.C.
GrantMatch Team
Dec 3, 2025
Capital Funding to Enhance Safety, Modernize Infrastructure, and Strengthen Aviation Connectivity Across British Columbia
The British Columbia Air Access Program (BCAAP) is officially open for applications, offering a valuable funding opportunity for airports and water aerodromes across the province. Administered by the BC Ministry of Transportation and Infrastructure, the program provides capital support to help aviation facilities modernize, expand, and strengthen their operations.
Designed to enhance safety, improve reliability, and support broader economic and social objectives, BCAAP continues to play a crucial role in building a resilient aviation network in British Columbia.
Strengthening B.C.’s Aviation Infrastructure
BCAAP supports aviation facilities in achieving upgrades that benefit the communities they serve. Through this cost-sharing model, operators can access funding for essential projects that deliver:
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Safe and reliable aviation operations
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Economic growth and improved connectivity
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Better support for medevac and aerial wildfire suppression
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Reduced environmental impact and carbon footprint
These improvements help ensure that British Columbia maintains a modern, efficient, and sustainable aviation environment - one that supports tourism, emergency services, business development, and regional mobility.
Funding Details
BCAAP offers up to $2 million per project, using a cost-share structure that varies depending on the type of infrastructure:
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75% for airside and core aviation infrastructure (e.g., runways, airfield lighting, navigation systems)
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60% for transitional projects (e.g., terminal upgrades, fencing, gates)
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50% for groundside improvements (e.g., parking, roadway access)
Projects must be completed within one calendar year, encouraging timely construction and modernization efforts.
The program is open now, with applications accepted until January 16, 2026.
Who Can Apply?
To be eligible, aviation facilities must:
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Be located in British Columbia
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Serve fewer than 1 million scheduled passengers annually
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Be open to public use, whether for leisure, commercial, or emergency operations
BCAAP also encourages applicants to form strategic partnerships—with Indigenous communities, local governments, agencies, and private-sector organizations—to expand the reach and impact of proposed projects.
Eligible Activities
BCAAP supports a wide range of capital improvements, including:
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Runway enhancements and resurfacing
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Airfield lighting upgrades
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Navigation system modernization
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Terminal building expansion or upgrades
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Apron and taxiway improvements
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Fuel storage and distribution facilities
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Buildings and docking facilities for water aerodromes
These investments help facilities adapt to evolving demands, enhance operational efficiency, and deliver higher levels of service.
Why This Funding Matters for British Columbia
Aviation is a critical lifeline for many communities across the province, especially remote and rural regions. BCAAP helps ensure that these facilities remain:
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Safe and reliable for all aircraft operations
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Prepared for emergencies, including medevac flights and wildfire response
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Economically viable, supporting local jobs and industries
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Environmentally responsible, contributing to lower emissions and cleaner operations
By investing in aviation infrastructure today, the program supports long-term provincial growth and resilience.
How GrantMatch Can Help
GrantMatch specializes in helping aviation and municipal clients navigate complex funding programs like BCAAP. Our team provides expert guidance on:
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Assessing project eligibility
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Crafting competitive proposals aligned with program objectives
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Maximizing cost-share potential
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Strengthening applications through data-driven justification
Connect with GrantMatch today to discuss your project and maximize your funding potential through the B.C. Air Access program.