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Capital Facilities and Maintenance Program (CFMP)
Supports First Nations community infrastructure projects
Last Update: April 30, 2026
Funding available
$ 125,000,000
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Canada
Overview
This program provides funding of up to $125 million per recipient per year to support First Nations community infrastructure. It funds planning, construction, renovation, acquisition, operations, maintenance, and related asset management activities.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Develop a new program or service
- Enhance an existing program
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 125,000,000 $
- Up to 100% of project cost
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
- Community infrastructure planning, construction, renovation and maintenance.
- First Nations school planning, construction and major renovation projects.
- Water and wastewater infrastructure projects.
- Housing and community building projects.
- Asset management awareness, planning and implementation projects.
Documents Needed
- Project proposal
- Demographic report
- Educational design brief
- Signed application forms and project worksheets
- Supporting documents for adjustments and additional space requests
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- First Nations communities
- Tribal councils
- First Nations organizations
- Related organizations and institutions
- Municipalities and other public bodies involved in eligible projects
Who is not eligible
- Private entities not acting under an eligible First Nations project arrangement.
- Recipients outside the program’s eligible recipient categories.
- Projects that do not relate to First Nations infrastructure needs.
Eligible expenses
- Planning, design, construction, renovation, acquisition, operation and maintenance of community infrastructure.
- Administrative costs linked to infrastructure projects, including salaries, insurance, professional fees, legal expenses, training, transportation and IT.
- Coordination, training and capacity-building activities related to infrastructure.
- Costs linked to project planning and management, including needs analyses and feasibility studies.
- Training, software tools and other asset management-related activities.
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Costs incurred before conditional project approval.
- Overhead, operating, and administrative costs not directly approved for the project.
- Feasibility studies for individual projects under FNIF.
- Routine repair and maintenance costs under FNIF.
- Taxes and other costs eligible for rebates.
Eligible geographic areas
- First Nations communities on reserve
- First Nations and other eligible recipients on Crown land
- First Nations and other eligible recipients on recognized First Nations land
- Off-reserve projects in Canada when cost-shared with municipalities or provinces, where applicable
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed by the regional office.
- Projects are assessed against program requirements and planning criteria.
- Funding decisions are made based on available funds and priority ranking.
- Successful applicants must follow the terms of the funding arrangement.
- Reporting and compliance obligations continue after approval.
Additional information
- Projects must be aligned with First Nation infrastructure investment plans.
- Funding recipients may need to submit reporting on project results.
- Some projects may require ongoing monitoring and inspections.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Capital Facilities and Maintenance Program (CFMP) Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Capital Facilities and Maintenance Program (CFMP). This section explains what the program is, how much funding is available, eligibility requirements, application deadlines, and other important details to help you determine if this grant is right for your business.
What is the Capital Facilities and Maintenance Program (CFMP)?
This program provides funding of up to $125 million per recipient per year to support First Nations community infrastructure. It funds planning, construction, renovation, acquisition, operations, maintenance, and related asset management activities.
How much funding can be received?
Capital Facilities and Maintenance Program (CFMP) Funds up to 100% of admissible expenses, capped at $125,000,000 per project.
Who is eligible for the Capital Facilities and Maintenance Program (CFMP) program?
To be eligible for the Capital Facilities and Maintenance Program (CFMP) program, you must:
Eligible First Nations recipient
Project aligned with program standards
Feasibility and planning documents required
What expenses are eligible under Capital Facilities and Maintenance Program (CFMP)?
Community infrastructure planning, construction, renovation and maintenance.
First Nations school planning, construction and major renovation projects.
Water and wastewater infrastructure projects.
Housing and community building projects.
Asset management awareness, planning and implementation projects.
Who can I contact for more information about the Capital Facilities and Maintenance Program (CFMP)?
You can contact Indigenous Services Canada (ISC) by email at questionspolitiquesccppie-pcfcfmppolicyquestions@sac-isc.gc.ca.
Where is the Capital Facilities and Maintenance Program (CFMP) available?
The Capital Facilities and Maintenance Program (CFMP) program is available across Canada.
Is the Capital Facilities and Maintenance Program (CFMP) a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Capital Facilities and Maintenance Program (CFMP) is a Grant and Funding