How much funding can be received?

There is no informations about how much funding can be received.

What is the deadline to apply?

The deadline to apply is not specified.

Who are the financial supporters of the First Nations and Inuit Cultural Education Centres Program?

First Nations and Inuit Cultural Education Centres Program is funded by Indigenous Services Canada

First Nations and Inuit Cultural Education Centres Program

Q: What are First Nations and Inuit Cultural Education Centres Program's eligibility criterias?

First Nations and Inuit cultural education centres. Member centres supported under the First Nations Confederacy of Cultural Education Centres. Tungasuvvingat Inuit and the Inuit Tapiriit Kanatami.

Last Update: July 22, 2025

Canada

Supports preservation and promotion of First Nations and Inuit cultures

First Nations and Inuit Cultural Education Centres Program at a glance

Eligible Funding

No Condition

Timeline

Continuous Intakes

Financing Type

Grant and Funding

Eligible Industries

Information and cultural industries
Educational services

Grant Providers

Indigenous Services Canada

Program status

Open

Overview of the First Nations and Inuit Cultural Education Centres Program program

The First Nations and Inuit Cultural Education Centres Program supports projects that preserve and strengthen First Nations and Inuit cultures, traditions, and languages with no stated maximum funding amount. Eligible activities include the expression, preservation, development, revitalization, and promotion of their culture, language, and heritage through educational centres.

Financing terms and conditions

The level of funding for successful proposals is determined on a case-by-case basis and depends on the number of proposals submitted and the total funding available.

Eligible projects & activities

Creation and operation of First Nations and Inuit cultural education centres.
Development and revitalization of First Nations and Inuit cultures, languages, and heritage.
Promotion of cultural programming and services for First Nations and Inuit students.
Revival of traditional cultural skills among First Nations and Inuit people.
Development of contemporary cultural skills among First Nations and Inuit people.
Development of knowledge and use of traditional languages by First Nations and Inuit peoples.
Promotion of cross-cultural awareness in mainstream educational programs and institutions.

Examples of admissible projects:

$ 60,000

Install solar panels on community centers

Eligibility criteria of the First Nations and Inuit Cultural Education Centres Program program

Eligible applicants are First Nations and Inuit cultural education centres.
Applicants may include member centres supported under the First Nations Confederacy of Cultural Education Centres.
Tungasuvvingat Inuit and the Inuit Tapiriit Kanatami are eligible to apply.
Inuit cultural education centres may also be eligible to apply for the Inuit Cultural Education Centres Grant Program.

Who is eligible?

First Nations cultural education centres
Inuit cultural education centres
Member centres supported under the First Nations Confederacy of Cultural Education Centres
Tungasuvvingat Inuit
Inuit Tapiriit Kanatami

How to apply to the First Nations and Inuit Cultural Education Centres Program program

Review program guidelines

Review the First Nations and Inuit Cultural Education Centres Program: National Program Guideline 2025 to 2026
Ensure the project aligns with the program goals
Understand the proposal requirements

Prepare project proposal

Prepare a detailed project proposal
Clearly indicate how the project meets the program goals
Address educational and community needs

Access electronic forms

Access the ISC Services Portal to get the electronic form
If no portal access, contact ISC regional office
Complete the necessary electronic forms

Submit completed proposal

Submit the completed proposal by May 5, 2025 at 11:59 pm Eastern time
Ensure all required documents are included

Additional information

The proposal submission deadline for the 2025 to 2026 period is May 5, 2025, at 11:59 pm Eastern time.
Funding levels for successful proposals are determined based on the volume of proposals received and the total funds available.
All submissions must be made electronically via the ISC Services Portal; guidance on accessing the portal is available through regional ISC offices.
For assistance or more information, applicants can contact ISC by emailing education-education@sac-isc.gc.ca or calling 1-800-567-9604 to speak with an education officer.
Applicants must adhere to the guidelines specified in the First Nations and Inuit Cultural Education Centres Program: National Program Guideline 2025 to 2026.