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Community-Based Justice Fund (Indigenous Justice Strategy)
Supports Indigenous community-based justice initiatives
Last Update: June 5, 2026
Funding available
Varies by project
Timeline
- Open Date : February 3, 2026
Location
Canada
Overview
The Community-Based Justice Fund supports Indigenous community-based justice initiatives and partnerships. It funds activities that help reduce crime and incarceration and strengthen justice services such as diversion, mediation, and reintegration.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Improve governance or administrative structure
- Develop strategic partnerships
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
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
- All industries
Target groups
- All the groups
Revenue structures
- 100% donations / grants
Scope
- Provincial
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Community-based justice programs
- Diversion and pre-sentencing initiatives
- Sentencing alternatives and mediation services
- Victim support and offender reintegration activities
- Prevention, pre-charge, post-charge, and reintegration initiatives
Documents Needed
- Authorized representative contact information and legal status
- Background information on the applicant and its mandate
- Project description with objectives, needs, and expected results
- Detailed project budget and sources of funding
- Any additional material requested by the Department
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Indigenous organizations and communities
- Indigenous bands and Tribal Councils
- Local, regional, and national Indigenous organizations
Eligible expenses
- Salaries and employee benefit plans
- Professional fees and disbursements
- Travel and living expenses related to the project
- Training, supplies, and materials
- Office, rental, insurance, and administration costs
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Costs incurred before the agreement starts, unless approved
- Buildings, land, and vehicles
- Capital assets over $5,000 per acquisition, unless pre-authorized in writing
Selection criteria
- Alignment with the program’s objectives
- Community requirements and demonstrated need
- Availability of funds
How to apply
- Step 1: Contact a Regional Coordinator
- Discuss your funding proposal with the Regional Coordinator in your jurisdiction.
- Step 2: Submit proposal
- Provide the funding proposal for review.
- Step 3: Review and assessment
- The proposal is reviewed by the Regional Coordinator with Provincial/Territorial partners.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed by a Regional Coordinator.
- The Regional Coordinator consults Provincial/Territorial partners during review.
- Assessment may consider community requirements and available funds.
- If approved, funding is provided under a formal agreement.
Additional information
- The program is part of the Indigenous Justice Program.
- Applications are reviewed by a Regional Coordinator with Provincial/Territorial partners.
- Assessment may consider community requirements and available funding.
- The program is delivered on an ongoing basis.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Community-Based Justice Fund (Indigenous Justice Strategy) Program
What is the Community-Based Justice Fund (Indigenous Justice Strategy)?
The Community-Based Justice Fund supports Indigenous community-based justice initiatives and partnerships. It funds activities that help reduce crime and incarceration and strengthen justice services such as diversion, mediation, and reintegration.
Who is eligible for the Community-Based Justice Fund (Indigenous Justice Strategy) program?
To be eligible for the Community-Based Justice Fund (Indigenous Justice Strategy) program, you must:
Linked to the Indigenous Justice Program
Shows community need
Applicant can deliver the project
What expenses are eligible under Community-Based Justice Fund (Indigenous Justice Strategy)?
Community-based justice programs
Diversion and pre-sentencing initiatives
Sentencing alternatives and mediation services
Victim support and offender reintegration activities
Prevention, pre-charge, post-charge, and reintegration initiatives
Who can I contact for more information about the Community-Based Justice Fund (Indigenous Justice Strategy)?
You can contact Federal Department of Justice.
Where is the Community-Based Justice Fund (Indigenous Justice Strategy) available?
The Community-Based Justice Fund (Indigenous Justice Strategy) program is available across Canada.
Is the Community-Based Justice Fund (Indigenous Justice Strategy) a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Community-Based Justice Fund (Indigenous Justice Strategy) is a Grant and Funding
Who are the financial supporters of the Community-Based Justice Fund (Indigenous Justice Strategy)?
Community-Based Justice Fund (Indigenous Justice Strategy) is funded by Federal Department of Justice