This course builds practical skills for developing clear, competitive proposals in the blue economy. Learners focus on structuring proposals, aligning with funder priorities, and communicating value in a way that resonates with review.
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Designed for ocean-sector professionals, researchers, and organizations seeking funding for marine and coastal initiatives, this micro-credential builds practical skills in developing competitive funding proposals. Through Canadian and international proposal writing modules, combined with a focused federal and provincial governance module, participants learn to identify relevant funding opportunities, align proposals with policy and program priorities, and clearly articulate project outcomes. The credential supports learners in developing fundable proposals for conservation, innovation, research, and workforce initiatives within Canada and globally.
Professionals involved in proposal development, funding applications, or program design across ocean-related sectors.
This course explores Canada’s ocean zones and the federal laws that govern them. Learners will examine key statutes, enforcement bodies, and how these laws align with international commitments like UNCLOS. Case studies—such as the SS Manhattan voyage, the Ocean Ranger disaster, and modern reforms—illustrate how legislation shapes marine operations. The course also highlights federal roles in shipping safety, environmental protection, conservation, and workers’ rights.
This course introduces learners to the legislative landscape shaping ocean and Great Lakes activities across Canada’s provinces and territories. It examines how provincial statutes interact with federal approvals, focusing on Crown-land tenures, discharge permits, and Indigenous co-management frameworks. Learners will explore the complexities of overlapping jurisdictions and strategies for effective coordination. Case studies will highlight sector-specific impacts—such as aquaculture, shipping, offshore energy, conservation, and ecotourism—and the provincial legislation governing them. Practical exercises will include mapping coastal project timelines to identify permitting requirements and prioritize compliance tasks.
This course equips learners with the skills to secure funding for marine projects in Canada. It explores who funds ocean work, their priorities, and the types of projects they support. Participants will learn to navigate Canadian and international funding portals, align proposals with funder goals, and tailor language for maximum impact. The course also highlights Indigenous-specific and sector-focused funding streams, introduces tools like logic models and theories of change, and examines real case studies to uncover strategies for success and common pitfalls to avoid.
This module focuses on positioning Canadian projects for global funding opportunities. Learners will explore major international funders, their priorities, and proposal formats such as concept notes and logframes. The course emphasizes strategies for showcasing Canadian expertise, Indigenous leadership, and clean technology while aligning with global priorities. Participants will also learn how to build cross-border collaborations, frame projects for impact and sustainability, and understand donor evaluation criteria. Case studies provide practical insights into successful proposals and lessons learned from common mistakes.
This course explores Canada’s ocean zones and the federal laws that govern them. Learners will examine key statutes, enforcement bodies, and how these laws align with international commitments like UNCLOS. Case studies—such as the SS Manhattan voyage, the Ocean Ranger disaster, and modern reforms—illustrate how legislation shapes marine operations. The course also highlights federal roles in shipping safety, environmental protection, conservation, and workers’ rights.
This course introduces learners to the legislative landscape shaping ocean and Great Lakes activities across Canada’s provinces and territories. It examines how provincial statutes interact with federal approvals, focusing on Crown-land tenures, discharge permits, and Indigenous co-management frameworks. Learners will explore the complexities of overlapping jurisdictions and strategies for effective coordination. Case studies will highlight sector-specific impacts—such as aquaculture, shipping, offshore energy, conservation, and ecotourism—and the provincial legislation governing them. Practical exercises will include mapping coastal project timelines to identify permitting requirements and prioritize compliance tasks.
This course equips learners with the skills to secure funding for marine projects in Canada. It explores who funds ocean work, their priorities, and the types of projects they support. Participants will learn to navigate Canadian and international funding portals, align proposals with funder goals, and tailor language for maximum impact. The course also highlights Indigenous-specific and sector-focused funding streams, introduces tools like logic models and theories of change, and examines real case studies to uncover strategies for success and common pitfalls to avoid.
This module focuses on positioning Canadian projects for global funding opportunities. Learners will explore major international funders, their priorities, and proposal formats such as concept notes and logframes. The course emphasizes strategies for showcasing Canadian expertise, Indigenous leadership, and clean technology while aligning with global priorities. Participants will also learn how to build cross-border collaborations, frame projects for impact and sustainability, and understand donor evaluation criteria. Case studies provide practical insights into successful proposals and lessons learned from common mistakes.
Dans un esprit de respect, de réciprocité et de vérité, nous honorons et reconnaissons Moh’kinsstis, le territoire traditionnel du Traité 7 et les pratiques orales de la confédération des Pieds-Noirs : Siksika, Kainai, Piikani, ainsi que les nations Îyâxe Nakoda et Tsuut’ina. Nous reconnaissons que ce territoire abrite la Nation métisse de l’Alberta, la région 3 au sein de la patrie historique des Métis du Nord-Ouest. Enfin, nous reconnaissons toutes les nations qui vivent, travaillent et se divertissent sur ce territoire, et qui l’honorent et le célèbrent.
In the spirit of respect, reciprocity and truth, we honour and acknowledge Moh’kinsstis and the traditional Treaty 7 territory and oral practices of the Blackfoot confederacy: Siksika, Kainai, Piikani, as well as the Îyâxe Nakoda and Tsuut’ina nations. We acknowledge that this territory is home to the Métis Nation of Alberta, Region 3, within the historical Northwest Métis homeland. Finally, we recognize all Nations who live, work and play on this land and honour and celebrate this territory.