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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
Funding available
$ 1,000,000
Deadline
July 10, 2026
Location
Northwest Territories, Nunavut, Yukon, Canada
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.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Implement environmental initiatives
- Renovate or expand facilities
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 1,000,000 $
Funds Providers
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Northwest Territories, Nunavut, Yukon
Legal structures
- All legal structures
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
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.
Official resources
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
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
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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.
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
What expenses are eligible under Agence canadienne de développement économique du Nord (CanNor) — Build Communities Strong Fund — Local Impact Stream?
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.
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