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Basic Organizational Capacity Contribution Program

Funding for Indigenous organizational capacity

Offered by
Crown-Indigenous Relations and Northern Affairs Canada (CIRNAC)
Official source: rcaanc-cirnac.gc.ca

Record updated

Funding available
$ 10,000,000
Up to 100% of project cost
Deadline
Unspecified
Location
Canada
Who can apply
Indigenous representative organizations
See full eligibility

Overview

The Demande de financement pour le programme de capacité organisationnelle de base supports the basic organizational capacity of Indigenous representative organizations. It is tied to annual funding agreements and uses a work-planning model to identify the main funded elements.

At a glance

Funding available

Maximum funding
$10,000,000
Maximum share of project costs
100%
Financing goals
  • Improve governance or administrative structure
  • Strengthen organizational capacity
  • Ensure financial sustainability

Eligible candidates

Location
  • Canada
Eligible Industries
All industries
Annual revenue
All revenue ranges
Organisation size
All organization sizes
Audience
  • Indigenous Peoples
  • Women
Legal structures
Non-profit
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
Civic and Advocacy Organizations, Diversity and Inclusion
Target groups
Indigenous peoples, Women & girls
Scope
Regional, Provincial, National

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Availability timeline

2026
Periods: 1

Latest changes

Application form link added

A direct link to the application form was added to the application instructions, and the remaining steps were renumbered.

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The “How to apply” section now includes a direct link to the funding application form for the core organizational capacity program. The existing application steps were renumbered to make room for the new document link.

Official source: rcaanc-cirnac.gc.ca
August 17, 2026

Eligibility

Who is eligible?

  • Indigenous representative organizations

Who is not eligible

  • Organizations already receiving core organizational funding from another federal department

Eligible expenses

  • Salaries and wages
  • Rent
  • Travel
  • Consulting and legal services
  • Administrative costs such as telephone, supplies, meetings, insurance, and translation

Eligible geographic areas

  • National
  • Provincial/Territorial
  • Regional

Activities funded

  • Basic organizational capacity activities for Indigenous representative organizations.
  • Work planning and budgeting for core organizational needs.
  • Activities supporting annual financing agreements.

How to apply

  • Download the Basic Organizational Capacity Program funding application
  • Consult the reporting preparation guide
  • Download DCI#1323248 to your computer
  • Complete the PDF form using the application, and make sure your PDF viewer is up to date

Documents Needed

  • A declaration that the organization is mandated by its individual members, such as copies of resolutions from an annual or special members’ meeting, copies of band council resolutions adopted by members, or a copy of a general annual report.
  • A copy of the document showing incorporation.
  • A list of individual members, member communities, or member organizations.
  • The most recent audited financial statement.
  • A proposal or work plan with budget and a cash flow forecast.

Selection criteria

  • Organization constitution and compliance status.
  • Membership base and mandate from members.
  • Alignment of proposed activities with the organization’s mandate and the department’s priorities.
  • Financial statements and disclosure of all funding sources.
  • Demonstrated performance and reporting capacity.

Processing and Agreement

  • Applications are reviewed after submission.
  • Funding is tied to a financing agreement.
  • Reporting is required on an annual basis.

Additional information

  • Applications are due annually by January 31.
  • New applicants must send their application to ApplicationspourEEGEF-FAMEapplications@sac-isc.gc.ca.
  • Organizations renewing an existing BOC agreement should submit through their usual liaison officer.
  • Applicants should keep the PAW file to generate the DCI report at the end of the fiscal year.

Contacts

ApplicationspourEEGEF-FAMEapplications@sac-isc.gc.ca
1-800-567-9604

Official sources

rcaanc-cirnac.gc.ca
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Frequently Asked Questions about the Basic Organizational Capacity Contribution Program Program

What is the Basic Organizational Capacity Contribution Program?

The Demande de financement pour le programme de capacité organisationnelle de base supports the basic organizational capacity of Indigenous representative organizations. It is tied to annual funding agreements and uses a work-planning model to identify the main funded elements.

How much funding can be received?

Basic Organizational Capacity Contribution Program Funds up to 100% of admissible expenses, capped at $10,000,000 per project.

Who is eligible for the Basic Organizational Capacity Contribution Program program?

To be eligible for the Basic Organizational Capacity Contribution Program program, you must: The applicant must be an Indigenous representative organization.

What expenses are eligible under Basic Organizational Capacity Contribution Program?

Salaries and wages Rent Travel Consulting and legal services Administrative costs such as telephone, supplies, meetings, insurance, and translation

Who can I contact for more information about the Basic Organizational Capacity Contribution Program?

You can contact Crown-Indigenous Relations and Northern Affairs Canada (CIRNAC) by email at ApplicationspourEEGEF-FAMEapplications@sac-isc.gc.ca or by phone at 1-800-567-9604.

Where is the Basic Organizational Capacity Contribution Program available?

The Basic Organizational Capacity Contribution Program program is available across Canada.

Is the Basic Organizational Capacity Contribution Program a grant, loan, or tax credit?

Basic Organizational Capacity Contribution Program is a Grant and Funding