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Agence canadienne de développement économique du Nord (CanNor) — Build Communities Strong Fund — Local Impact Stream

Funding for community infrastructure in Canada’s North

Offered by
Canadian Northern Economic Development Agency (CanNor)
Official source: cannor.gc.ca

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Funding available
$ 1,000,000
Deadline
Open continuously
Location
Northwest Territories, Nunavut, Yukon, Canada
Who can apply
Municipalities
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Overview

Build Communities Strong Fund – Local Impact Stream supports community infrastructure projects that strengthen communities and regional economic development in Canada’s North. Eligible work includes building or improving public community, recreation, cultural, and shared economic infrastructure.

At a glance

Funding available

Maximum funding
$1,000,000
Financing goals
  • Increase social or community impact
  • Implement environmental initiatives
  • Renovate or expand facilities
  • Renovate or adapt facilities

Eligible candidates

Location
  • Northwest Territories, Nunavut, Yukon
Eligible Industries
All industries
Annual revenue
All revenue ranges
Organisation size
All organization sizes
Audience
All groups
Legal structures
All legal structures

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Availability timeline

2026
Periods: 1

Latest changes

Intake deadline removed

The page no longer states that CanNor’s intake is open until 10 July 2026 at 23:59 Pacific, and the contact instructions for applying remain visible.

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The CanNor page for Fonds pour bâtir des collectivités fortes — Volet des impacts locaux no longer states that intake is open until 10 July 2026 at 23:59 Pacific. The contact instructions for learning how to apply remain on the page, but the explicit submission window was removed.

Official source: cannor.gc.ca
August 18, 2026

Eligibility

Who is eligible?

  • Municipalities
  • Indigenous organizations
  • Not-for-profit organizations
  • For-profit businesses supported by an eligible recipient

Eligible geographic areas

  • Nunavut
  • Northwest Territories
  • Yukon

Activities funded

  • Construction or improvement of community buildings and related assets.
  • Development of shared economic assets for small businesses, investment attraction, or workforce development.
  • Creation or upgrade of recreation facilities and assets.
  • Development of community cultural facilities and public gathering spaces.

How to apply

  • Step 1: Review the program information
    • Confirm the project fits the Local Impact Stream and the eligible project types.
    • Check whether the request is within the usual funding level for this stream.
  • Step 2: Contact CanNor
    • Use the program contact email or your regional office for guidance on how to apply.
  • Step 3: Submit the application
    • Send the application within the intake period announced by CanNor.

Processing and Agreement

  • Applications are received and reviewed by CanNor.
  • Applicants are directed to contact CanNor for more information on how to apply.
  • Requests over $1 million are handled through the broader BCSF Direct Delivery stream.

Additional information

  • For projects over $1 million, applicants should consult the broader BCSF Direct Delivery stream information.
  • Projects in the territories and for Indigenous recipients may benefit from additional flexibilities.

Contacts

operations@cannor.gc.ca
1-855-897-2667

Official sources

cannor.gc.ca
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Frequently Asked Questions about the Agence canadienne de développement économique du Nord (CanNor) — Build Communities Strong Fund — Local Impact Stream Program

What is the Agence canadienne de développement économique du Nord (CanNor) — Build Communities Strong Fund — Local Impact Stream?

Build Communities Strong Fund – Local Impact Stream supports community infrastructure projects that strengthen communities and regional economic development in Canada’s North. Eligible work includes building or improving public community, recreation, cultural, and shared economic infrastructure.

How much funding can be received?

Agence canadienne de développement économique du Nord (CanNor) — Build Communities Strong Fund — Local Impact Stream Funds up to $1,000,000 of admissible expenses.

What is the deadline to apply?

The program is accepting continuous intake

Who is eligible for the Agence canadienne de développement économique du Nord (CanNor) — Build Communities Strong Fund — Local Impact Stream program?

To be eligible for the Agence canadienne de développement économique du Nord (CanNor) — Build Communities Strong Fund — Local Impact Stream program, you must: Public community infrastructure project Broad community benefits Supported by an eligible recipient

Who can I contact for more information about the Agence canadienne de développement économique du Nord (CanNor) — Build Communities Strong Fund — Local Impact Stream?

You can contact Canadian Northern Economic Development Agency (CanNor) by email at operations@cannor.gc.ca or by phone at 1-855-897-2667.

Where is the Agence canadienne de développement économique du Nord (CanNor) — Build Communities Strong Fund — Local Impact Stream available?

The Agence canadienne de développement économique du Nord (CanNor) — Build Communities Strong Fund — Local Impact Stream program is available the province of Northwest Territories, Nunavut, Yukon.

Is the Agence canadienne de développement économique du Nord (CanNor) — Build Communities Strong Fund — Local Impact Stream a grant, loan, or tax credit?

Agence canadienne de développement économique du Nord (CanNor) — Build Communities Strong Fund — Local Impact Stream is a Grant and Funding