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FAMILY VIOLENCE PREVENTION PROGRAM (FVPP) PREVENTION PROJECT
Funding for Indigenous family violence prevention projects
Last Update: April 21, 2026
Funding available
$ 3,000,000
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Canada
Overview
This program supports family violence prevention projects for Indigenous communities across Canada. Up to $3,000,000 is available for prevention and awareness projects, including workshops, healing circles, cultural camps, training, support groups, and community-based activities.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Develop a new program or service
- Increase social or community impact
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 3,000,000 $
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Health care and social assistance
Location
- Canada
Legal structures
- All legal structures
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Indigenous Peoples
- Youth (<40)
- Women
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Community-based family violence prevention and awareness projects
- Workshops, seminars, conferences, and support groups
- Healing circles, traditional healing, cultural camps, and Elder teachings
- Training, outreach, and community education activities
- Research, needs assessments, and program development related to prevention
Documents Needed
- Cover letter
- Detailed budget and monthly cash flow
- Completed and signed project proposal form (PDF #5664860)
- Letters of support, if applicable
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- First Nations governments and communities
- Inuit organizations, governments, and communities
- Métis organizations and settlements
- Indigenous organizations
- Municipalities, non-profit organizations, and educational or research institutions with strong Indigenous partnership
Who is not eligible
- Non-Indigenous organizations without meaningful Indigenous support
- Applicants that cannot legally sign a funding agreement
- Organizations with unresolved funding reports
Eligible expenses
- Salaries and employee benefits
- Professional fees, contracts, honoraria for Elders, travel, meetings, hospitality, training, equipment, rent, translation, materials, volunteer expenses, audits, legal and banking fees, insurance, and administration
- Costs directly tied to project delivery and approved activities
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Major construction, renovation, or major repairs
- Capital assets over $5,000 without prior written authorization, except vehicles
- International travel without prior written authorization
- Deficit recovery
- For-profit initiatives and investments
Eligible geographic areas
- Canada
- Indigenous communities across the country
- Urban, northern, and reserve-based communities
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed for completeness, eligibility, and fit with the program objectives.
- Projects are assessed against need, target audience, partnerships, feasibility, and expected results.
- The department may request additional documents for new applicants.
- Funding is subject to a contribution agreement and reporting requirements.
- Final payment depends on final activity, performance, and financial reports.
Additional information
- Indigenous applicants are given priority.
- Non-Indigenous organizations may be considered only with strong Indigenous support and partnership.
- The proposal must be submitted electronically by email.
- The application package, including attachments, must stay within 10 pages.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the FAMILY VIOLENCE PREVENTION PROGRAM (FVPP) PREVENTION PROJECT Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the FAMILY VIOLENCE PREVENTION PROGRAM (FVPP) PREVENTION PROJECT. 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 FAMILY VIOLENCE PREVENTION PROGRAM (FVPP) PREVENTION PROJECT?
This program supports family violence prevention projects for Indigenous communities across Canada. Up to $3,000,000 is available for prevention and awareness projects, including workshops, healing circles, cultural camps, training, support groups, and community-based activities.
How much funding can be received?
FAMILY VIOLENCE PREVENTION PROGRAM (FVPP) PREVENTION PROJECT Funds up to $3,000,000 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the FAMILY VIOLENCE PREVENTION PROGRAM (FVPP) PREVENTION PROJECT program?
To be eligible for the FAMILY VIOLENCE PREVENTION PROGRAM (FVPP) PREVENTION PROJECT program, you must:
Eligible Indigenous or community-based applicant
Family violence prevention focus
Legal capacity to sign agreement
What expenses are eligible under FAMILY VIOLENCE PREVENTION PROGRAM (FVPP) PREVENTION PROJECT?
Community-based family violence prevention and awareness projects
Workshops, seminars, conferences, and support groups
Healing circles, traditional healing, cultural camps, and Elder teachings
Training, outreach, and community education activities
Research, needs assessments, and program development related to prevention
Who can I contact for more information about the FAMILY VIOLENCE PREVENTION PROGRAM (FVPP) PREVENTION PROJECT?
You can contact Indigenous Services Canada (ISC) by email at ppvf-fvpp@sac-isc.gc.ca or by phone at none.
Where is the FAMILY VIOLENCE PREVENTION PROGRAM (FVPP) PREVENTION PROJECT available?
The FAMILY VIOLENCE PREVENTION PROGRAM (FVPP) PREVENTION PROJECT program is available across Canada.
Is the FAMILY VIOLENCE PREVENTION PROGRAM (FVPP) PREVENTION PROJECT a grant, loan, or tax credit?
FAMILY VIOLENCE PREVENTION PROGRAM (FVPP) PREVENTION PROJECT is a Grant and Funding