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Clean Energy for Rural and Remote Communities Program
Last Update: March 19, 2026
Canada
Funding for renewable energy and energy efficiency projects in remote communities
Grant and Funding
Overview
The Clean Energy for Rural and Remote Communities program provides funding to reduce fossil fuel use in Indigenous, rural and remote communities across Canada by supporting renewable energy projects, capacity building, and energy efficiency measures. Eligible applicants include First Nations, Inuit and Métis communities, governments, businesses, not-for-profit organizations, and provincial or municipal government entities.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Integrate new technologies
- Increasing community impact
- Develop strategic partnerships
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Timeline
- Open Date : February 3, 2026
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Canada
Legal structures
- Non-profit
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Environment
Target groups
- All the groups
Revenue structures
- 100% donations / grants
Scope
- Local
Activities funded
Examples of admissible projects:
Implementing a solar power system to reduce energy costs and emissions.
Deploying a wind turbine to generate sustainable energy for a community.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- First Nations, Inuit and Métis communities, governments, development corporations, and organizations
- Canadian businesses and not-for-profit organizations
- Provincial, territorial, regional or municipal government organizations
How to apply
Step 1: Contact request or submission form
- Fill out the contact form available online or email your request for application materials.
Contacts
nrcan.remoteenergy-energieadistance.rncan@canada.ca
