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First Nations Clean Energy Business Fund — Equity Funding - British Columbia - Canada
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First Nations Clean Energy Business Fund — Equity Funding

Funding for clean energy and capacity-building projects
Government of British Columbia (BC)
Last Update: March 4, 2026
Funding available
$ 500,000
Timeline
  • Closing date : April 30, 2024
Location
British Columbia, Canada

Overview

Get up to $500,000 in equity funding to support a financially viable and resourced clean energy project with an Energy Purchase Agreement.

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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.

At a glance

Funding available

Financing goals
  • Increase performance through digital transformation
  • Increase social or community impact
  • Improve governance or administrative structure
Eligible Funding
  • Maximum amount : 500,000 $
Timeline
  • Closing date : April 30, 2024

Eligible candidates

Eligible Industries
  • All industries
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

The First Nations Clean Energy Business Fund provides funding for various capacity building and equity projects aimed at promoting clean energy initiatives within Indigenous communities in British Columbia.

  • Community Energy Plans
  • Pre-Feasibility and Feasibility Studies
  • Training for Community Members
  • Demand Side Management/Energy Efficiency
  • Clean Energy Generation (small scale installation)
  • Pre-Construction/Pre-Commercial Operational Date
  • Investment in existing Independent Power Projects (IPP)

Eligibility

Who is eligible?

Eligible entities for the First Nations Clean Energy Business Fund (FNCEBF) are restricted to Indigenous communities located in British Columbia. These communities must either be defined as a First Nation "band" under the Indian Act (Canada) or be a First Nation governing body representing exclusively one or more First Nations.

  • First Nation “band” as defined by the Indian Act (Canada)
  • First Nation governing body, representing exclusively one or more First Nations

Eligible expenses

Yes, there are eligible expenses for this grant. Below is a list of eligible activities and their associated funding limits:

  • Community Energy Plans: up to $30,000
  • Pre-Feasibility and Feasibility Studies: up to $50,000
  • Training for Community Members: up to $50,000
  • Demand Side Management/Energy Efficiency: up to $150,000
  • Clean Energy Generation (small scale installation): up to $150,000
  • Pre-Construction/Pre-Commercial Operational Date: up to $500,000
  • Investment in existing IPP: up to $500,000

Eligible geographic areas

The eligible geographic zones for the grant are Indigenous communities in British Columbia. Applicants must be located within this region to qualify.

  • Indigenous communities in British Columbia

Documents and links

First Nations Clean Energy Business Fund — Equity Funding

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?

Get up to $500,000 in equity funding to support a financially viable and resourced clean energy project with an Energy Purchase Agreement.

How much funding can be received?

First Nations Clean Energy Business Fund — Equity Funding Funds up to $500,000 of admissible expenses.

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: Applicants must be Indigenous communities in British Columbia, defined as a First Nation “band” under the Indian Act (Canada) or a First Nation governing body representing one or more First Nations. The proposed project must be located in British Columbia. Applicants should not have a current active FNCEBF Capacity or Equity Funding agreement.

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

The First Nations Clean Energy Business Fund provides funding for various capacity building and equity projects aimed at promoting clean energy initiatives within Indigenous communities in British Columbia. Community Energy Plans Pre-Feasibility and Feasibility Studies Training for Community Members Demand Side Management/Energy Efficiency Clean Energy Generation (small scale installation) Pre-Construction/Pre-Commercial Operational Date Investment in existing Independent Power Projects (IPP)

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).

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

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