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Community Action Initiative (CAI) - Capacity Building Grant for First Nations, Métis, Inuit, and Urban Indigenous led Bed-based Treatment and Recovery Operators
Last Update: March 4, 2026
Canada
Supports capacity building for Indigenous-led addiction treatment organizations
Grant and Funding
Overview
This initiative offers up to $25,000 to Indigenous-led organizations providing bed-based treatment services for adults dealing with substance use issues. The program aims to enhance organizational capacity through cultural programming, staff training, policy development, and administrative support. The funding fosters the delivery of high-quality, culturally appropriate recovery services aligned with provincial standards.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
Increasing community impact
Strengthening governance
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Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 25,000 $
Timeline
- Unspecified
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
- Other Health Services
Target groups
- All the groups
Revenue structures
- 100% donations / grants
Scope
- Provincial
Activities funded
- Developing wellness and cultural programs
- Updating organizational policies and procedures
- Staff training and capacity development
- Administrative system improvements
Examples of admissible projects:
$ 20,000
Implementing cultural wellness and staff training initiatives to improve services
$ 22,000
Expanding training programs and resources to integrate traditional practices into care
Documents Needed
- Organization registration documents
- Project description and plans
- Proof of licensure or accreditation (if applicable)
Eligibility
- Organization must be First Nations, Métis, Inuit, or urban Indigenous-led
- Providing bed-based substance use treatment services to adults
- Licensed, registered, or accredited under relevant laws or in the process of obtaining such
Who is eligible?
- First Nations organizations
- Métis organizations
- Inuit organizations
- Urban Indigenous-led organizations
Eligible expenses
- Development of programming to support wellness and culture
- Creation of organizational policies and procedures
- Staff training and support
- Administrative and staffing expenses
Eligible geographic areas
- Organizations in British Columbia
Selection criteria
- Alignment of activities with capacity building objectives
- Organization’s leadership and community support
- Potential impact on treatment quality and accessibility
How to apply
Register your organization with the funding portalPrepare a detailed project plan and budgetComplete the application form online or by phoneSubmit required supporting documentsAwait notification of decision in September 2025
Additional information
- The funding is one-time and non-renewable.
- Applicants should prepare to provide evidence of project progress upon request.
Contacts
Syoung@caibc.ca
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