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Grant and Funding Programs Offered by Indigenous and Local Communities Engagement and Partnership Program (ILCEPP)

Overview of Available Grants and Funding

Transport Canada’s Indigenous and Local Communities Engagement and Partnership Program provides funding for long-term engagement and partnership activities with Indigenous and local communities. It supports marine safety, environmental protection, expert hiring, and participation in Oceans Protection Plan initiatives across Canada. View Indigenous and Local Communities Engagement and Partnership Program (ILCEPP)'s website for more information.
Content last updated: June 17, 2026

List of grants and funding offered by Indigenous and Local Communities Engagement and Partnership Program (ILCEPP)

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About Indigenous and Local Communities Engagement and Partnership Program (ILCEPP)

What is the mission of Indigenous and Local Communities Engagement and Partnership Program (ILCEPP)?

Transport Canada uses this program to support long-term engagement and partnerships with Indigenous and local communities in Canada’s marine safety and environmental protection efforts. The goal is to strengthen participation in the marine transportation system and advance Oceans Protection Plan initiatives.

What type of organization is Indigenous and Local Communities Engagement and Partnership Program (ILCEPP)?

Indigenous and Local Communities Engagement and Partnership Program (ILCEPP) is a Federal government.

What is Indigenous and Local Communities Engagement and Partnership Program (ILCEPP)'s official website?

Indigenous and Local Communities Engagement and Partnership Program (ILCEPP)'s official website is https://www.canada.ca/en/canadian-heritage/services/funding/indigenous-local-communities-engagement-partnership-program.html.

What else should I know about Indigenous and Local Communities Engagement and Partnership Program (ILCEPP)?

Role of Transport Canada in the funding ecosystem

The Indigenous and Local Communities Engagement and Partnership Program is a federal funding stream administered by Transport Canada. It supports eligible Indigenous and local communities, organizations, and partners that want to take part in long-term marine safety and environmental protection work linked to the Oceans Protection Plan.

What the program funds

The program description emphasizes funding for ongoing engagement and partnership activities rather than one-time events. It supports recipients so they can participate in longer-term work on Oceans Protection Plan initiatives or other marine initiatives led by Transport Canada.
  • Partnership activities with local and regional groups
  • Hiring experts to support thoughtful, ongoing discussion
  • Relationship-building for continued participation in the marine safety system
  • Collaboration to develop and implement plans and agreements

Publics served and impact

The program is aimed at communities and organizations that play a role in Canada’s marine transportation system, especially Indigenous and local communities. Its funding scope is connected to marine safety, environmental protection, and the broader policy and engagement goals of the Oceans Protection Plan.

Program context

The page states that the program is not accepting applications at this time, but it still clearly functions as a grant or contribution provider. It also directs applicants seeking short-term support to the related Community Participation Funding Program, showing that Transport Canada maintains a broader portfolio of engagement funding instruments.