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Aboriginal Community Safety Development Contribution Program (ACSDCP)
Supports Indigenous safety and reintegration projects
Last Update: March 4, 2026
Funding available
$ 1,000,000
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Canada
Overview
The Aboriginal Community Safety Development Contribution Program (ACSDCP) provides up to $1,000,000 per recipient per year to support Indigenous community safety and corrections projects. It funds knowledge building, knowledge sharing, capacity building, implementation readiness, and project implementation for Indigenous organizations, governments, municipalities, universities, and colleges.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Improve governance or administrative structure
- Develop strategic partnerships
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 1,000,000 $
- Up to 100% of project cost
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Educational services
- Health care and social assistance
- Public administration
Location
- Canada
Legal structures
- Non-profit
- Public or Parapublic institution
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Indigenous Peoples
- Language Minorities
- Women
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Higher Education
- Research
- Law and Legal Services
- Social Services
- Emergency and Relief
- Economic, Social and Community Development
- Diversity and Inclusion
Target groups
- Indigenous peoples
- Women & girls
- Rural / Remote communities
- Academia / students
- Community leaders
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- Local
- Municipal
- Regional
- Provincial
- National
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Development of Indigenous community safety plans.
- Projects supporting alternatives to incarceration.
- Reintegration support projects for Indigenous offenders.
- Knowledge building, knowledge sharing, and capacity building initiatives.
- Implementation readiness and project implementation activities.
Documents Needed
- Completed application form
- Detailed project budget template
- Completed workplan template
- Supplementary documents for partners, if applicable
- Any required declarations and signatures
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Indigenous not-for-profit organizations
- Municipal and local governments working with Indigenous organizations or communities
- Indigenous governments
- Canadian universities and colleges
Who is not eligible
- Crown corporations
- For-profit organizations and businesses
- Individuals
Eligible expenses
- Fees and disbursements related to the project.
- Salaries and wages for project staff and related employee benefits.
- Rent, utilities, maintenance, insurance, and taxes directly tied to the project.
- Project supplies, materials, travel, training, and professional services.
- Administrative costs, honoraria, translation, printing, research, and hospitality for eligible Indigenous community activities.
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Capital costs such as land, buildings, and vehicles over $10,000 per acquisition.
- Core or ongoing operating expenses.
- Hospitality that does not meet the eligible Indigenous community criteria, including alcohol.
- Travel not directly related to the project.
- Profit or surplus retained from the project.
Eligible geographic areas
- Canada
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed through a criteria-based assessment process.
- Eligible applications are evaluated objectively against the same assessment criteria.
- Successful applicants must sign a funding agreement before work starts.
- Approved projects are monitored and may require reporting and data collection.
- Funding is subject to available appropriations.
Additional information
- Applicants must disclose all confirmed and potential funding sources.
- Successful applicants must provide project data and reports as required by Public Safety Canada.
- Organizations based in Quebec may need recent audited financial statements before signing the agreement.
- Applications may be shared with federal, provincial, and territorial stakeholders for review.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Aboriginal Community Safety Development Contribution Program (ACSDCP) Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Aboriginal Community Safety Development Contribution Program (ACSDCP). 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 Community Safety Development Contribution Program (ACSDCP)?
The Aboriginal Community Safety Development Contribution Program (ACSDCP) provides up to $1,000,000 per recipient per year to support Indigenous community safety and corrections projects. It funds knowledge building, knowledge sharing, capacity building, implementation readiness, and project implementation for Indigenous organizations, governments, municipalities, universities, and colleges.
How much funding can be received?
Aboriginal Community Safety Development Contribution Program (ACSDCP) Funds up to 100% of admissible expenses, capped at $1,000,000 per project.
Who is eligible for the Aboriginal Community Safety Development Contribution Program (ACSDCP) program?
To be eligible for the Aboriginal Community Safety Development Contribution Program (ACSDCP) program, you must:
Eligible Indigenous, municipal, university or college applicant
Legal capacity to sign an agreement
Project aligned with program objectives
What expenses are eligible under Aboriginal Community Safety Development Contribution Program (ACSDCP)?
Development of Indigenous community safety plans.
Projects supporting alternatives to incarceration.
Reintegration support projects for Indigenous offenders.
Knowledge building, knowledge sharing, and capacity building initiatives.
Implementation readiness and project implementation activities.
Who can I contact for more information about the Aboriginal Community Safety Development Contribution Program (ACSDCP)?
You can contact Public Safety Canada (PSC).
Where is the Aboriginal Community Safety Development Contribution Program (ACSDCP) available?
The Aboriginal Community Safety Development Contribution Program (ACSDCP) program is available across Canada.
Is the Aboriginal Community Safety Development Contribution Program (ACSDCP) a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Aboriginal Community Safety Development Contribution Program (ACSDCP) is a Grant and Funding