A Sustainability Program

Stay Outdoors

Yamaha Financial Services is committed to those who work and play outdoors. Supporting the outdoor enthusiast, the Stay Outdoors Program aims to provide practical support to Canadian registered charities and not-for-profit groups for their conservation and access projects, as well as activities to promote responsible use of our trails, roads and waterways for motorized recreation.

What are we looking for?

Some project examples:

  • Conservation & Access Projects
  • Trail Development, Restoration & Signage
  • Staging Area/Launch Ramp Improvements
  • Facilities & Amenities
  • Safety & Education
  • Outdoor Recreation

APPLICATION PROCESS

Application Submission Period: CURRENTLY CLOSED. The 2025 program will reopen early Summer.

1

Determine if your group qualifies

Canadian registered charities and not-for-profit groups can apply.

2

Contact the Stay Outdoors team

Using the Contact Us form below, briefly outline your project & how it fits with the program’s goals.

3

Assemble Your Info

Gather non-profit documentation, project scope and budget, benefits to the area, riders and outdoor enthusiasts.

4

Find a Yamaha Dealer

All projects must be supported / recommended by a local Yamaha dealer.

5

Submit Your Application

Read all guidelines and requirements before preparing your application. Send to the Stay Outdoors team.

COULD YOUR PROJECT BE A FIT?

Think your group’s project meets the goals and guidelines of the Yamaha Financial Services Stay Outdoors Program?


2024 Stay Outdoors Grant Recipients

The grants for 2024 have been awarded to six applicants:


Angling4Autism

Located in North Delta, BC, Angling4Autism (A4A) strives to provide families in the autism community the unique opportunity to experience fishing on the west coast of Vancouver Island. Established in July 2021, the organization intends to use the Stay Outdoors Grant to provide a cost-free Family Fishing Experience for a number of families.


BC Steelhead Society

Based out of North Vancouver, the BC Steelhead society (BCSS) exists for the primary purpose of preserving and enhancing the population of wild steelhead in British Columbia while at the same time promoting the protection of fish and fish habitat. This grant will help them in their restorative efforts as well as promoting selective fishing among local groups and organizations.


Northumberland County

Located in Southeast Ontario, Northumberland County is aiming to protect environmentally sensitive ecosystems in the Northumberland County Forest from illegal or inadvertent off-highway vehicles use. The Stay Outdoors Grant will also help protect and restore habitat for wildlife by installing fencing and signs to prevent illegal OHV access.


Sentiers du Mont-Comi

Located near the shores of the Saint-Lawrence River in Quebec, Sentiers du Mont-Comi strives to develop, restore and maintain safe mountain bike trails. Quebec’s first Stay Outdoors Grant beneficiary, this organization will use the funds to strengthen volunteer efforts by providing them with a new gathering and storage area.


Sudbury Trail and Adventure Riders Association

Located in Ontario, the Sudbury Trail and Adventure Riders Association (STARA) brings together riders interested in trail and adventure motorcycling with the goal to expand the love of riding throughout the Northern Ontario community. This grant will help them expand an existing trail network as well as enhance STARA’s original riding area, GOJOfarm, for all ages and all levels of experience.


Western Sno-Riders

With 30 years in the community, Western Sno-Riders (WSR) are aiming to provide season-round access to their three trail shelters in Newfoundland and Labrador for users with any form of disability, restriction or mobility issues. The Stay Outdoors Grant will be used by the team at WSR to design and install access ramps, safety handles, accessibility tables, motion lights and other upgrades to improve building access for all their user groups.