Applications will be accepted September 1, 2026 to February 26, 2027.
The intent of this funding stream is to support eligible applicants to build local capacity through the purchase of essential equipment and supplies required to maintain or improve an EOC and to enhance EOC capacity through training and exercises.
UBCM staff will host a webinar to provide communities with information about the upcoming CEPF funding streams at 1:30 pm on October 6, 2026. Please register in advance.
Program Materials
Applications will be accepted September 1, 2026 to February 26, 2027.
2027 EOC - Program and Application Guide (Updated September 2026)
NEW An optional Excel file to use with EOC applications (proposed budget), amendment requests (amended budget) and final reporting (financial summary) is available for applicants to use: EOC Budget, Amendment Request, Financial Summary Form
Applications are required to be submitted in two steps prior to the application deadline:
Step 1 | Online Application Form
This online form must be completed for all applications to LGPS funding programs and includes questions that are common to all grant applications. When the LGPS Online Application Form is submitted, the applicant will receive an email confirmation including the file number that has been assigned to the application and a copy of the Application Worksheet that must be completed as part of Step 2APPLY NOW (link to Online Application Form)
Step 2 | Application Worksheet
This worksheet contains questions that are specific to the funding stream and must be submitted by email to UBCM with all other required attachments.More information about the LGPS Online Application Tool, including access to sample Application Forms and Worksheets, is available on our LGPS General Information and Forms webpage. Refer to the Program and Application Guide for any additional information on the new process, worksheet questions and the documents that will be required to be submitted during each step or contact us for further information at cepf@ubcm.ca
The application deadline for 2026 was February 27, 2026.
2026 EOC - Program and Application Guide (Updated June 2026)
NEW An optional Excel file to use with EOC applications (proposed budget), amendment requests (amended budget) and final reporting (financial summary) is available for applicants to use: EOC Budget, Amendment Request, Financial Summary Form
More information about the LGPS Online Application Tool, including access to sample Application Forms and Worksheets, is available on our LGPS General Information and Forms webpage. Refer to the Program and Application Guide for any additional information on the new process, worksheet questions and the documents that will be required to be submitted during each step or contact us for further information at cepf@ubcm.ca
- 2026 EOC - Final Report Form
The application deadline for 2025 was February 28, 2025.
Approved applicants should refer to the 2024 program guide for reporting requirements.
- 2024 EOC - Program and Application Guide - Updated January, 2024
2024 EOC - Final Report Form
Approved applicants should refer to the 2023 program guide for reporting requirements.
For general program enquiries, questions and support please contact:
Local Government Program Services
cepf@ubcm.ca
604-270-8226 ext. 220