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First Nations and Inuit Policing Program (FNIPP)

Supports culturally responsive policing in First Nations and Inuit communities
Public Safety Canada (PSC)
Last Update: March 4, 2026
Funding available
No Condition
Timeline
  • Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Canada

Overview

The First Nations and Inuit Policing Program (FNIPP) provides federal funding—recently increased by $540.3 million over five years and $126.8 million ongoing—to support professional, culturally responsive policing in First Nation and Inuit communities. Eligible activities include establishing self-administered police services or Community Tripartite Agreements with the RCMP to deliver dedicated policing services under tripartite agreements.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.

At a glance

Funding available

Financing goals
  • Increase social or community impact
  • Develop strategic partnerships
Eligible Funding
  • No Condition
Timeline
  • Receipt of requests is now closed

Eligible candidates

Eligible Industries
  • Public administration
Location
  • Canada
Legal structures
  • All legal structures
Annual revenue
  • All revenue ranges
Organisation size
  • All organization sizes
Audience
  • Indigenous Peoples

Next steps

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Determine your project
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Validate your eligibility

Activities funded

  • Management and operation of self-administered police services in First Nation or Inuit communities.
  • Collaboration between federal, provincial or territorial governments, and First Nation or Inuit communities for the provision of dedicated policing services.
  • Expansion of culturally responsive community policing initiatives in Indigenous communities.

Eligibility

Who is eligible?

  • Self-managed police services by First Nations or Inuit communities
  • First Nations or Inuit communities benefiting from police services by the Royal Canadian Mounted Police through tripartite agreements

Eligible geographic areas

  • First Nation and Inuit communities across Canada.

Additional information

  • Funding for the program is shared between the federal government (52%) and provincial or territorial governments (48%).
  • There are two types of policing agreements supported: Self-administered Police Service Agreements and Community Tripartite Agreements.
  • Recent federal budgets have included significant new investments to enhance and expand culturally responsive policing services in Indigenous communities.

Frequently Asked Questions about the First Nations and Inuit Policing Program (FNIPP) Program

Here are answers to the most common questions about the First Nations and Inuit Policing Program (FNIPP). 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 First Nations and Inuit Policing Program (FNIPP)?

The First Nations and Inuit Policing Program (FNIPP) provides federal funding—recently increased by $540.3 million over five years and $126.8 million ongoing—to support professional, culturally responsive policing in First Nation and Inuit communities. Eligible activities include establishing self-administered police services or Community Tripartite Agreements with the RCMP to deliver dedicated policing services under tripartite agreements.

Who is eligible for the First Nations and Inuit Policing Program (FNIPP) program?

To be eligible for the First Nations and Inuit Policing Program (FNIPP) program, you must: First Nation or Inuit communities eligible under federal-provincial/territorial agreements

What expenses are eligible under First Nations and Inuit Policing Program (FNIPP)?

Management and operation of self-administered police services in First Nation or Inuit communities. Collaboration between federal, provincial or territorial governments, and First Nation or Inuit communities for the provision of dedicated policing services. Expansion of culturally responsive community policing initiatives in Indigenous communities.

Who can I contact for more information about the First Nations and Inuit Policing Program (FNIPP)?

You can contact Public Safety Canada (PSC).

Where is the First Nations and Inuit Policing Program (FNIPP) available?

The First Nations and Inuit Policing Program (FNIPP) program is available across Canada.

Is the First Nations and Inuit Policing Program (FNIPP) a grant, loan, or tax credit?

First Nations and Inuit Policing Program (FNIPP) is a Grant and Funding

Who are the financial supporters of the First Nations and Inuit Policing Program (FNIPP)?

First Nations and Inuit Policing Program (FNIPP) is funded by Public Safety Canada (PSC)

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