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Community Opportunity Readiness Program

Provides financial support for economic development initiatives
Indigenous Services Canada (ISC)
Last Update: March 18, 2026
Funding available
$ 3,000,000
Timeline
  • Open Date : February 3, 2026
Location
Canada

Overview

The Community Opportunity Readiness Program (CORP) provides proposal-based funding of up to $3,000,000 to First Nation and Inuit communities to increase economic development and attract private sector investment. Eligible initiatives include support for pursuing economic opportunities, community economic infrastructure development, establishing or expanding community-owned businesses, and business planning and advisory services.
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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
  • Maximum amount : 3,000,000 $
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
  • Economic, Social and Community Development
Target groups
  • All the groups
Revenue structures
  • 100% donations / grants
  • Mixed revenue (<50% earned)
  • Mixed revenue (50%+ earned)
  • Fee-for-service model
Scope
  • Local

Next steps

1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility

Eligibility

Who is eligible?

  • First Nation and Inuit communities and their governments
  • Organizations controlled by First Nation and Inuit communities, excluding charitable or religious organizations
  • Non-Indigenous organizations providing economic development services for First Nation and Inuit communities
  • The Province of Ontario under specific agreements

Eligible geographic areas

Quebec, Ontario, and other regions in Canada under specific agreements

Frequently Asked Questions about the Community Opportunity Readiness Program Program

Here are answers to the most common questions about the Community Opportunity Readiness Program. 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 Opportunity Readiness Program?

The Community Opportunity Readiness Program (CORP) provides proposal-based funding of up to $3,000,000 to First Nation and Inuit communities to increase economic development and attract private sector investment. Eligible initiatives include support for pursuing economic opportunities, community economic infrastructure development, establishing or expanding community-owned businesses, and business planning and advisory services.

How much funding can be received?

Community Opportunity Readiness Program Funds up to $3,000,000 of admissible expenses.

Who can I contact for more information about the Community Opportunity Readiness Program?

You can contact Indigenous Services Canada (ISC).

Where is the Community Opportunity Readiness Program available?

The Community Opportunity Readiness Program program is available across Canada.

Is the Community Opportunity Readiness Program a grant, loan, or tax credit?

Community Opportunity Readiness Program is a Grant and Funding

Who are the financial supporters of the Community Opportunity Readiness Program?

Community Opportunity Readiness Program is funded by Indigenous Services Canada (ISC)

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