Aboriginal Aquatic Resource And Oceans Management (AAROM) Program

Q: How much funding can be received?

There is no informations about how much funding can be received.

Q: What is the deadline to apply?

The deadline to apply is not specified.

Q: Who is eligible for the Aboriginal Aquatic Resource And Oceans Management (AAROM) Program program?

To be eligible for the Aboriginal Aquatic Resource And Oceans Management (AAROM) Program program, you must: • Applicant must be an independent Indigenous organization • Must establish or maintain an aquatic resource and oceans management department • Focus on fisheries, habitat, science, or oceans related services

Q: Who can I contact for more information about the Aboriginal Aquatic Resource And Oceans Management (AAROM) Program?

You can contact Fisheries and Oceans Canada (DFO).

Q: Where is the Aboriginal Aquatic Resource And Oceans Management (AAROM) Program available?

The Aboriginal Aquatic Resource And Oceans Management (AAROM) Program program is available the province of Quebec.

Q: Are youth (under 40) eligible for the Aboriginal Aquatic Resource And Oceans Management (AAROM) Program program?

Yes, youth under 40 are eligible to apply for the Aboriginal Aquatic Resource And Oceans Management (AAROM) Program program.

Last Update: September 29, 2025

QC, Canada

Supports Indigenous aquatic resource and oceans management capacity development

At a glance

Eligible Funding

No Condition

Timeline

Receipt of requests is now closed

Financing Type

Partnering and Collaboration

Grant and Funding

Eligible Industries

Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Professional, scientific and technical services
Educational services

Funds Providers

Fisheries and Oceans Canada

Program status

Closed

Overview

The Aboriginal Aquatic Resource and Oceans Management (AAROM) Program provides core funding to support Indigenous groups in developing and maintaining aquatic resource and oceans management departments, with activities ranging from fisheries and habitat management to scientific research and advisory services. While the exact maximum funding amount is not specified, eligible activities include collaborative ecosystem management, capacity building in science and technical fields, and participation in decision-making processes related to aquatic resources.

Financing terms and conditions

In 2019, $2 million in funding enhancements were provided to 100% of watershed and technical/advisory AAROM departments to support more equitable funding for core staffing and operations.

Activities funded

Establishing and maintaining Indigenous aquatic resource and oceans management departments.
Conducting fisheries, habitat, and ocean science activities at the watershed or ecosystem level.
Participating in advisory and co-management processes related to aquatic resources and oceans.
Developing and enhancing collaborative management structures for integrated resource planning.
Implementing capacity-building initiatives, including youth education and outreach in environmental management.

Examples of admissible projects:

$ 158,000

Establishing a core aquatic resource management staffing department

$ 98,000

Implementing a training program for aquatic habitat monitoring technicians

$ 142,500

Launching a youth training and mentorship program in aquatic research

$ 115,000

Acquiring scientific equipment for community fish stock assessment project

$ 84,500

Developing collaborative management structures for wetlands stewardship

$ 129,500

Coordinating ecosystem-level science activities for watershed management

Eligibility

The applicant must be an Indigenous organization focused on aquatic resource and oceans management.
The organization should be engaged in fisheries, habitat, science, or oceans-related services along a watershed, or support participation in advisory and co-management processes related to aquatic resources and oceans management.
The funding is intended for non-treaty based, aggregate Indigenous organizations developing or maintaining aquatic resource management departments.

Who is eligible?

Independent Indigenous organizations focused on aquatic resource and oceans management
Indigenous aggregate organizations developing or operating fisheries, habitat, science, and oceans management departments

Eligible expenses

Core staffing salaries and operational costs for aquatic resource and oceans management departments.
Capacity development activities, such as training and professional development for staff.
Equipment and materials required to support scientific, technical, or advisory functions linked to aquatic resources and oceans management.
Costs associated with research projects, stock assessments, and studies to gain knowledge for member Indigenous communities.
Expenses related to the organization and participation in collaborative meetings, including annual National AAROM Meetings.

Eligible geographic areas

British Columbia
Atlantic Canada/Quebec
Northwest Territories
Yukon

How to apply

Assess eligibility and program fit

Identify if your Indigenous group is interested in developing aquatic resource and oceans management capacity
Review eligibility and program objectives for AAROM

Contact regional AAROM office

Contact your regional AAROM program office for guidance
Obtain documentation and information on application procedures

Prepare application materials

Gather required administrative, scientific, and technical information
Prepare documentation illustrating your group’s capacity and plans

Review and validate application

Review all application materials for accuracy and completeness
Validate that eligibility and program objectives are addressed

Submit application

Submit the completed application to the appropriate regional AAROM office
Retain a copy of the submitted documents for your records

Additional information

The AAROM program offers both core and stable funding for non-treaty based science and technical initiatives.
The program supports capacity development through annual National AAROM Meetings and collaborative opportunities.
The AAROM Innovation and Collaboration Fund was recently launched to further support ongoing capacity building across the AAROM network.
AAROM department profiles and network updates are available on the AAROM Hub website, which regularly evolves and expands.

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Frequently Asked Questions about the Aboriginal Aquatic Resource And Oceans Management (AAROM) Program Program

Here are answers to the most common questions about the Aboriginal Aquatic Resource And Oceans Management (AAROM) Program. This section explains what the program is, how much funding is available, eligibility requirements, application deadlines, and other important details to help you determine if this grant is right for your business.

What is the Aboriginal Aquatic Resource And Oceans Management (AAROM) Program?

How much funding can be received?

What expenses are eligible under Aboriginal Aquatic Resource And Oceans Management (AAROM) Program?

Establishing and maintaining Indigenous aquatic resource and oceans management departments. Conducting fisheries, habitat, and ocean science activities at the watershed or ecosystem level. Participating in advisory and co-management processes related to aquatic resources and oceans. Developing and enhancing collaborative management structures for integrated resource planning. Implementing capacity-building initiatives, including youth education and outreach in environmental management.