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Capacity-building Funding (Indigenous Child and Family Services Jurisdiction)
Capacity-building for Indigenous child and family services
Last Update: June 8, 2026
Funding available
Up to 100% of project cost
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Canada
Overview
Funding supports Indigenous communities and governing bodies preparing to exercise jurisdiction over child and family services. It can cover activities such as community self-assessment, planning, research, policy work, data collection, consultations, and legislative development.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase performance through digital transformation
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Develop team skills
Eligible Funding
- Up to 100% of project cost
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Public administration
Location
- Canada
Legal structures
- Non-profit
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Indigenous Peoples
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Social Services
- Economic, Social and Community Development
- Civic and Advocacy Organizations
- Children and Youth Organizations
Target groups
- Children & youth
- Indigenous peoples
- Rural / Remote communities
- Community leaders
Revenue structures
- 100% donations / grants
Scope
- Local
- Regional
- Provincial
- National
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Community self-assessment and readiness planning
- Community engagement and consultations
- Strategic planning for jurisdiction transition
- Research, policy, and legislation development
- Data collection and culturally based service model development
Documents Needed
- Proposal or workplan
- Budget outlining activities-related expenditures
- Eligibility records or proof of authorization
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Indigenous groups, communities, or peoples with section 35 rights
- Indigenous governing bodies
- National Indigenous organizations
Who is not eligible
- Organizations without proof of authority to act for a section 35 rights holder
- Groups seeking to implement Indigenous laws
- Applicants seeking permanent staffing or permanent structures
- Groups already at a coordination agreement table seeking implementation capacity
Eligible expenses
- Professional consulting and expert advice
- Travel and accommodation
- Communications
- Data collection, analysis, and reporting tools
- Equipment and software to support data work
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Permanent employment positions
- Permanent structures
- Implementation of Indigenous law
- Training on Indigenous law
- Groups already at the coordination agreement table seeking implementation capacity
Eligible geographic areas
- Canada
- Remote areas of Canada may receive higher maximums
Selection criteria
- Demonstrated intent or readiness to exercise jurisdiction within five years
- Sound administrative and financial management
- Existing plans, structures, and community engagement to support reform
- Strong program management and annual reporting history
How to apply
- Step 1: Prepare application materials
- Complete the proposal or workplan.
- Prepare a budget linked to proposal activities.
- Gather supporting eligibility records and proof of authorization.
- Step 2: Submit by email
- Email the application package to the program address provided by the department.
- Submit electronically only.
- Do not send cloud or internet file links.
- Step 3: Departmental review
- Wait for confirmation of receipt by email.
- Respond if the department requests additional information.
- Receive notice of approval or refusal.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are received by email for evaluation and assessment.
- The department may contact applicants for additional information.
- Applicants are notified whether the proposal is approved or not.
Additional information
- Applications are reviewed annually for multi-year agreements.
- Unused funding may be carried forward to the next fiscal year with an updated proposal.
- Annual financial reporting is required.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Capacity-building Funding (Indigenous Child and Family Services Jurisdiction) Program
What is the Capacity-building Funding (Indigenous Child and Family Services Jurisdiction)?
Funding supports Indigenous communities and governing bodies preparing to exercise jurisdiction over child and family services. It can cover activities such as community self-assessment, planning, research, policy work, data collection, consultations, and legislative development.
How much funding can be received?
Capacity-building Funding (Indigenous Child and Family Services Jurisdiction) Funds up to 100% of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Capacity-building Funding (Indigenous Child and Family Services Jurisdiction) program?
To be eligible for the Capacity-building Funding (Indigenous Child and Family Services Jurisdiction) program, you must:
Section 35 Indigenous rights holder
Authorized Indigenous governing body
Ready to exercise jurisdiction
What expenses are eligible under Capacity-building Funding (Indigenous Child and Family Services Jurisdiction)?
Community self-assessment and readiness planning
Community engagement and consultations
Strategic planning for jurisdiction transition
Research, policy, and legislation development
Data collection and culturally based service model development
Who can I contact for more information about the Capacity-building Funding (Indigenous Child and Family Services Jurisdiction)?
You can contact Indigenous Services Canada (ISC) by email at partenariats.partnerships@sac-isc.gc.ca.
Where is the Capacity-building Funding (Indigenous Child and Family Services Jurisdiction) available?
The Capacity-building Funding (Indigenous Child and Family Services Jurisdiction) program is available across Canada.
Is the Capacity-building Funding (Indigenous Child and Family Services Jurisdiction) a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Capacity-building Funding (Indigenous Child and Family Services Jurisdiction) is a Grant and Funding