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Cultural Grants Program - Cultural Indigenous Funding (CIF)
Core support for Indigenous-led cultural organizations
Last Update: June 5, 2026
Funding available
$ 15,000 - $ 40,000
Timeline
- Open continuously
Location
North Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
Overview
Cultural Indigenous Funding (CIF) provides core support for Indigenous-led cultural organizations in Vancouver. It supports artistic and cultural programming, capacity-building, and other organizational needs identified by the applicant.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop a new program or service
- Increase social or community impact
- Enhance an existing program
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 40,000 $
- Minimum amount : 15,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Timeline
- Open continuously
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- North Vancouver
- British Columbia
Legal structures
- Non-profit
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Culture and Arts
Target groups
- All the groups
Revenue structures
- 100% donations / grants
Scope
- Provincial
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Capacity-building for Indigenous-led cultural organizations.
- Artistic and cultural programming.
- Development, creation, production, presentation, and dissemination of artistic work.
Documents Needed
- Expression of interest form
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Indigenous-led cultural organizations.
- Organizations with an active presence in Vancouver.
- Organizations led by the Musqueam, Squamish, or Tsleil-Waututh peoples in their traditional homelands.
Eligible expenses
- Core operating expenses.
- Costs related to artistic and cultural programming.
- Other organizational needs identified by the applicant.
Eligible geographic areas
- Vancouver
- Traditional homelands of the Musqueam, Squamish, and Tsleil-Waututh peoples
Processing and Agreement
- Expression of interest submissions are reviewed by staff.
- Review is based on program eligibility and previous grant history.
- Only a limited number of organizations are invited to submit a full application.
- Submitting an EOI does not guarantee an invitation or an award.
Additional information
- New applicants must have received two grants through the Communities and Artists Shifting Culture (CASC) program.
- Applicants should have an active presence in Vancouver or be led from the traditional homelands of the Musqueam, Squamish, or Tsleil-Waututh peoples.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Cultural Grants Program - Cultural Indigenous Funding (CIF) Program
What is the Cultural Grants Program - Cultural Indigenous Funding (CIF)?
Cultural Indigenous Funding (CIF) provides core support for Indigenous-led cultural organizations in Vancouver. It supports artistic and cultural programming, capacity-building, and other organizational needs identified by the applicant.
How much funding can be received?
Cultural Grants Program - Cultural Indigenous Funding (CIF) Funds up to 50% of admissible expenses, capped at $40,000 per project.
Who is eligible for the Cultural Grants Program - Cultural Indigenous Funding (CIF) program?
To be eligible for the Cultural Grants Program - Cultural Indigenous Funding (CIF) program, you must:
Indigenous-led cultural organization.
Active in Vancouver or traditional homelands.
New applicants need two CASC grants.
What expenses are eligible under Cultural Grants Program - Cultural Indigenous Funding (CIF)?
Capacity-building for Indigenous-led cultural organizations.
Artistic and cultural programming.
Development, creation, production, presentation, and dissemination of artistic work.
Where is the Cultural Grants Program - Cultural Indigenous Funding (CIF) available?
The Cultural Grants Program - Cultural Indigenous Funding (CIF) program is available the province of British Columbia.
Is the Cultural Grants Program - Cultural Indigenous Funding (CIF) a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Cultural Grants Program - Cultural Indigenous Funding (CIF) is a Grant and Funding
Who are the financial supporters of the Cultural Grants Program - Cultural Indigenous Funding (CIF)?
Cultural Grants Program - Cultural Indigenous Funding (CIF) is funded by City of Vancouver