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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
Capacity building support for Indigenous-led recovery operators
Last Update: May 15, 2026
Funding available
$ 25,000
Timeline
- Open continuously
Location
British Columbia, Canada
Overview
This one-time funding opportunity provides up to $25,000 to support capacity-building strategies for eligible Indigenous-led bed-based treatment and recovery operators. It supports organizational development, staff training, administrative supports, and other initiatives aligned with provincial recovery standards.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop team skills
- Develop a new program or service
- Increase social or community impact
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 25,000 $
Timeline
- Open continuously
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Health care and social assistance
Location
- British Columbia
Legal structures
- Non-profit
- Public or Parapublic institution
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Indigenous Peoples
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Hospitals and Rehabilitation
- Social Services
- Diversity and Inclusion
Target groups
- Indigenous peoples
- Nonprofits / charities
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- Provincial
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Developing or implementing capacity-building strategies.
- Improving wellness, culture, and traditional practice programming.
- Updating organizational documents, policies, and processes.
- Expanding staff training and supports.
- Carrying out other internal capacity-building initiatives.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- First Nations, Bands, and Tribal Councils
- Treaty First Nation Governments
- Métis Nation Chartered Communities
- Not-for-profit organizations led by First Nations, Métis, Inuit, or urban Indigenous communities
- Registered charities led by First Nations, Métis, Inuit, or urban Indigenous communities
Eligible expenses
- Programming to support wellness, culture, and traditional practice.
- Development of organizational documents, policies, and processes.
- Training and support for staff.
- Administrative and staffing supports.
- Other capacity-building initiatives.
Eligible geographic areas
- British Columbia
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed after submission.
- Applicants are notified of decisions in September 2025.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Community Action Initiative (CAI) - Capacity Building Grant for First Nations, Métis, Inuit, and Urban Indigenous led Bed-based Treatment and Recovery Operators Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Community Action Initiative (CAI) - Capacity Building Grant for First Nations, Métis, Inuit, and Urban Indigenous led Bed-based Treatment and Recovery Operators. 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 Community Action Initiative (CAI) - Capacity Building Grant for First Nations, Métis, Inuit, and Urban Indigenous led Bed-based Treatment and Recovery Operators?
This one-time funding opportunity provides up to $25,000 to support capacity-building strategies for eligible Indigenous-led bed-based treatment and recovery operators. It supports organizational development, staff training, administrative supports, and other initiatives aligned with provincial recovery standards.
How much funding can be received?
Community Action Initiative (CAI) - Capacity Building Grant for First Nations, Métis, Inuit, and Urban Indigenous led Bed-based Treatment and Recovery Operators Funds up to $25,000 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Community Action Initiative (CAI) - Capacity Building Grant for First Nations, Métis, Inuit, and Urban Indigenous led Bed-based Treatment and Recovery Operators program?
To be eligible for the Community Action Initiative (CAI) - Capacity Building Grant for First Nations, Métis, Inuit, and Urban Indigenous led Bed-based Treatment and Recovery Operators program, you must:
Indigenous-led organization
Bed-based treatment services
Located in British Columbia
What expenses are eligible under Community Action Initiative (CAI) - Capacity Building Grant for First Nations, Métis, Inuit, and Urban Indigenous led Bed-based Treatment and Recovery Operators?
Developing or implementing capacity-building strategies.
Improving wellness, culture, and traditional practice programming.
Updating organizational documents, policies, and processes.
Expanding staff training and supports.
Carrying out other internal capacity-building initiatives.
Who can I contact for more information about the Community Action Initiative (CAI) - Capacity Building Grant for First Nations, Métis, Inuit, and Urban Indigenous led Bed-based Treatment and Recovery Operators?
You can contact Province of British Columbia by email at Syoung@caibc.ca or by phone at 604-638-1172.
Where is the Community Action Initiative (CAI) - Capacity Building Grant for First Nations, Métis, Inuit, and Urban Indigenous led Bed-based Treatment and Recovery Operators available?
The Community Action Initiative (CAI) - Capacity Building Grant for First Nations, Métis, Inuit, and Urban Indigenous led Bed-based Treatment and Recovery Operators program is available the province of British Columbia.
Is the Community Action Initiative (CAI) - Capacity Building Grant for First Nations, Métis, Inuit, and Urban Indigenous led Bed-based Treatment and Recovery Operators a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Community Action Initiative (CAI) - Capacity Building Grant for First Nations, Métis, Inuit, and Urban Indigenous led Bed-based Treatment and Recovery Operators is a Grant and Funding