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First Nation Adapt (FNA) Program

Funding for Indigenous climate adaptation activities

Offered by
Crown-Indigenous Relations and Northern Affairs Canada (CIRNAC)
Official source: rcaanc-cirnac.gc.ca

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Funding available
$ 250,000
Deadline
Open continuously
Location
Canada
Who can apply
First Nation communities
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Overview

The program provides up to $250,000 in funding for First Nation climate adaptation projects south of the 60th parallel. It supports climate change risk assessments, adaptation planning, and small-scale implementation actions.

At a glance

Funding available

Maximum funding
$250,000
Financing goals
  • Develop strategic partnerships
  • Increase social or community impact
  • Improve governance or administrative structure
  • Implement environmental initiatives
  • Strengthen organizational capacity
  • Raise awareness or mobilize a population
  • Renovate or expand facilities
  • Conduct research or evaluation activities
  • Renovate or adapt facilities

Eligible candidates

Location
  • Canada
Eligible Industries
All industries
Annual revenue
All revenue ranges
Organisation size
All organization sizes
Audience
  • Indigenous Peoples
Legal structures
Non-profit
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
Social Services, Emergency and Relief, Environment
Target groups
Indigenous peoples, Rural / Remote communities, Community leaders
Revenue structures
100% donations / grants
Scope
National

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Availability timeline

2026
Periods: 1

Eligibility

Who is eligible?

  • First Nation communities
  • First Nation associations
  • Band councils
  • Tribal councils
  • Self-governing First Nations governments

Who is not eligible

  • First Nation individuals
  • Private businesses
  • Indigenous Peoples outside Canada

Eligible expenses

  • Salaries and wages
  • Travel, transportation, and accommodation
  • Training and workshops, including honoraria
  • Professional services, audit, and evaluation
  • Supplies, equipment, printing, communication products, data purchase, and administrative costs up to 15%

Ineligible Costs and Activities

  • Projects led by consultants, academics, or other non-First Nation stakeholders
  • Emissions reduction projects, including clean or renewable energy
  • Capital projects and large-scale implementation projects
  • Research and development projects using unproven or unverified technologies

Eligible geographic areas

  • First Nation communities and organizations south of the 60th parallel in Canada

Activities funded

  • Climate change impact risk assessments
  • Assessment of adaptation options
  • Small-scale adaptation actions
  • Development or access to climate hazard information and adaptation planning resources

How to apply

  • Step 1
    • Review the program funding guidelines.
    • Discuss your project idea with the program and confirm eligibility.
  • Step 2
    • Obtain the proposal application package and budget template.
    • Prepare the project proposal and budget spreadsheet.
    • Secure a band council resolution or other proof of community support.
  • Step 3
    • Submit the proposal, budget spreadsheet, and community support document by email.

Documents Needed

  • Project proposal
  • Budget spreadsheet
  • Band council resolution or other proof of community support

Selection criteria

  • Priority may be given to communities with repeated and severe climate impacts.
  • Priority may be given to communities not previously supported by the program.

Processing and Agreement

  • Applications are reviewed on an ongoing basis.
  • Program staff may request revisions or clarifications.
  • If approved, applicants receive a formal approval letter.
  • The approval letter includes information on funds approved and reporting requirements.

Contacts

adaptation@rcaanc-cirnac.gc.ca

Official sources

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Frequently Asked Questions about the First Nation Adapt (FNA) Program Program

What is the First Nation Adapt (FNA) Program?

The program provides up to $250,000 in funding for First Nation climate adaptation projects south of the 60th parallel. It supports climate change risk assessments, adaptation planning, and small-scale implementation actions.

How much funding can be received?

First Nation Adapt (FNA) Program Funds up to $250,000 of admissible expenses.

What is the deadline to apply?

The program is accepting continuous intake

Who is eligible for the First Nation Adapt (FNA) Program program?

To be eligible for the First Nation Adapt (FNA) Program program, you must: Led by First Nation communities or organizations. Located south of the 60th parallel. Focus on climate adaptation.

What expenses are eligible under First Nation Adapt (FNA) Program?

Salaries and wages Travel, transportation, and accommodation Training and workshops, including honoraria Professional services, audit, and evaluation Supplies, equipment, printing, communication products, data purchase, and administrative costs up to 15%

Who can I contact for more information about the First Nation Adapt (FNA) Program?

You can contact Crown-Indigenous Relations and Northern Affairs Canada (CIRNAC) by email at adaptation@rcaanc-cirnac.gc.ca.

Where is the First Nation Adapt (FNA) Program available?

The First Nation Adapt (FNA) Program program is available across Canada.