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First Nations Clean Energy Business Fund — Equity Funding

Funding for First Nations clean energy participation
Government of British Columbia (BC)
Last Update: April 9, 2026
Funding available
$ 500,000
Timeline
  • Closing date : April 30, 2026
Location
British Columbia, Canada

Overview

This program supports First Nations participation in British Columbia’s clean energy sector through capacity and equity funding. It can also support community energy planning, feasibility work, training, small-scale clean energy projects, energy efficiency, and investments in existing independent power projects.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.

At a glance

Funding available

Financing goals
  • Develop strategic partnerships
  • Increase social or community impact
  • Enhance an existing program
Eligible Funding
  • Maximum amount : 500,000 $
  • Up to 68.18% of project cost
Timeline
  • Closing date : April 30, 2026

Eligible candidates

Eligible Industries
  • Utilities
Location
  • British Columbia
Legal structures
  • All legal structures
Annual revenue
  • All revenue ranges
Organisation size
  • All organization sizes
Audience
  • Indigenous Peoples

Next Steps

1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility

Activities funded

  • Community energy planning
  • Feasibility and pre-feasibility studies
  • Community member training
  • Demand-side management and energy efficiency projects
  • Small-scale clean energy generation and investment in existing IPPs

Documents Needed

  • Band Council, Tribal Council, or Directors’ Resolution approving the project
  • Detailed financial analysis
  • Material or contractor quotes
  • Relevant feasibility or planning work completed
  • Permitting or water and land tenure documents

Eligibility

Who is eligible?

  • First Nation bands
  • Indigenous governing bodies representing one or more First Nations

Who is not eligible

  • Applicants outside British Columbia
  • Applicants that are not a First Nation band or Indigenous governing body
  • Applicants without a project located in British Columbia

Eligible expenses

  • Planning and feasibility work for clean energy initiatives
  • Training for community members
  • Energy efficiency and demand-side management measures
  • Small-scale clean energy generation and project development costs
  • Final design, permitting, equipment procurement, and construction for equity projects

Eligible geographic areas

  • British Columbia

Processing and Agreement

  • Applications are reviewed after submission and assessed against other applications for strength and viability.
  • Applicants are notified of the funding decision within 90 days of the intake date.
  • Successful applicants must sign a contribution agreement before funding is released.
  • Payments are typically made within 30 business days after the agreement is signed.
  • Interim payments may be issued as deliverables are submitted and approved.

Additional information

  • The fund is administered by the Ministry of Energy and Climate Solutions.
  • Applications are assessed with support from external partners and other provincial government expertise.
  • Revenue sharing agreements apply only while the project is operating and generating the prescribed revenues.

Documents and links

First Nations Clean Energy Business Fund — Equity Funding

Contacts

fncebf@gov.bc.ca
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Frequently Asked Questions about the First Nations Clean Energy Business Fund — Equity Funding Program

Here are answers to the most common questions about the First Nations Clean Energy Business Fund — Equity Funding. 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 Clean Energy Business Fund — Equity Funding?

This program supports First Nations participation in British Columbia’s clean energy sector through capacity and equity funding. It can also support community energy planning, feasibility work, training, small-scale clean energy projects, energy efficiency, and investments in existing independent power projects.

How much funding can be received?

First Nations Clean Energy Business Fund — Equity Funding Funds up to 68.18% of admissible expenses, capped at $500,000 per project.

Who is eligible for the First Nations Clean Energy Business Fund — Equity Funding program?

To be eligible for the First Nations Clean Energy Business Fund — Equity Funding program, you must: First Nation band or Indigenous governing body Based in British Columbia Project located in British Columbia

What expenses are eligible under First Nations Clean Energy Business Fund — Equity Funding?

Community energy planning Feasibility and pre-feasibility studies Community member training Demand-side management and energy efficiency projects Small-scale clean energy generation and investment in existing IPPs

Who can I contact for more information about the First Nations Clean Energy Business Fund — Equity Funding?

You can contact Government of British Columbia (BC) by email at fncebf@gov.bc.ca or by phone at none.

Where is the First Nations Clean Energy Business Fund — Equity Funding available?

The First Nations Clean Energy Business Fund — Equity Funding program is available the province of British Columbia.

Is the First Nations Clean Energy Business Fund — Equity Funding a grant, loan, or tax credit?

First Nations Clean Energy Business Fund — Equity Funding is a Grant and Funding