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Capacity Development Plan (Professional and Institutional Development Program)
Supports capacity planning for First Nations communities
Last Update: May 6, 2026
Funding available
Varies by project
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Canada
Overview
This program supports capacity development planning for First Nations communities. It helps identify needs and describe projects that improve governance and core community capabilities, including activities that may be eligible under the Professional and Institutional Development program.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Enhance an existing program
- Improve governance or administrative structure
- Strengthen organizational capacity
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Public administration
Location
- Canada
Legal structures
- Public or Parapublic institution
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Indigenous Peoples
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Capacity development planning
- Projects that address identified community capacity needs
- Activities aimed at improving core governance in a community
Documents Needed
- Capacity development plan
- Band council resolution
- Budget
- Financial statements
- Supporting documents such as a strategic plan, cash flow, letters of support, or quotes/estimates
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- First Nations communities and bands
- Indigenous communities and organizations served by Indigenous Services Canada
Eligible expenses
- Project costs related to core governance improvement activities
- Related planning and implementation costs described in the capacity development plan
How to apply
- Step 1: Complete the capacity development plan
- Identify capacity needs and planned projects.
- Include project descriptions, timelines, indicators, outcomes, and detailed costs.
- Step 2: Add supporting documents
- Prepare any applicable supporting documents.
- Select the document type and submission method for each file.
- Step 3: Complete the declaration
- Enter the name, title, and date for the person confirming the information.
- Step 4: Submit by the communicated due date
- Submit the completed form using the method communicated in the call letter.
Additional information
- A capacity development plan is required as part of the application.
- Supporting documents may be attached, emailed, mailed, or sent by hand/courier.
- The due date is communicated through the call letter.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Capacity Development Plan (Professional and Institutional Development Program) Program
What is the Capacity Development Plan (Professional and Institutional Development Program)?
This program supports capacity development planning for First Nations communities. It helps identify needs and describe projects that improve governance and core community capabilities, including activities that may be eligible under the Professional and Institutional Development program.
Who is eligible for the Capacity Development Plan (Professional and Institutional Development Program) program?
To be eligible for the Capacity Development Plan (Professional and Institutional Development Program) program, you must:
Identify capacity development needs
Describe related projects and objectives
Provide sufficient project detail
What expenses are eligible under Capacity Development Plan (Professional and Institutional Development Program)?
Capacity development planning
Projects that address identified community capacity needs
Activities aimed at improving core governance in a community
Who can I contact for more information about the Capacity Development Plan (Professional and Institutional Development Program)?
You can contact Indigenous Services Canada (ISC) by email at none or by phone at none.
Where is the Capacity Development Plan (Professional and Institutional Development Program) available?
The Capacity Development Plan (Professional and Institutional Development Program) program is available across Canada.
Is the Capacity Development Plan (Professional and Institutional Development Program) a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Capacity Development Plan (Professional and Institutional Development Program) is a Grant and Funding
Who are the financial supporters of the Capacity Development Plan (Professional and Institutional Development Program)?
Capacity Development Plan (Professional and Institutional Development Program) is funded by Indigenous Services Canada (ISC)