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First Nations Development Fund Grant Program
Funding for Alberta First Nations community projects
Last Update: June 13, 2026
Funding available
Varies by project
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Alberta, Canada
Overview
First Nations Development Fund Grant Program supports First Nations in Alberta to improve socio-economic conditions in their communities. It funds economic, social, and community development projects, including addictions programs, education, health, and infrastructure.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop a new program or service
- Increase social or community impact
- Enhance an existing program
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Public administration
Location
- Alberta
Legal structures
- Public or Parapublic institution
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
- Economic development projects
- Social development projects
- Community development projects
- Addictions programs
- Education, health, and infrastructure projects
Documents Needed
- Completed and signed grant application
- Detailed project description
- Detailed budget
- Band Council Resolution (BCR)
- Supporting documents, if needed
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Recognized First Nations Band Councils in Alberta
- First Nations with reserve land located in Alberta
- First Nations that have signed an FNDF Grant Agreement
Who is not eligible
- First Nations without a signed FNDF Grant Agreement
- First Nations without reserve land in Alberta
- Applications for casino-related activities or per capita distributions
Eligible expenses
- Project costs for approved economic, social, and community development projects
- Costs related to addictions, education, health, and infrastructure projects
- Documented labour, services, materials, and equipment tied to the project
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Casino operations, financing, development, or acquisition
- Gaming equipment costs, operating costs, repair and maintenance, or gaming promotions
- Per capita distributions
- Security interests in grant monies
- Payments of profit, management fees, or ongoing business operations
Eligible geographic areas
- Alberta
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed for completeness and eligibility by a Liaison Officer.
- The Liaison Officer recommends approval, modification, or denial.
- The First Nation receives an approval letter by email after approval.
- Review and approval may take up to 8 weeks.
- Disputes may proceed through mediation or non-binding arbitration before a final departmental decision.
Additional information
- A Liaison Officer is assigned to each participating First Nation.
- Public information on funded projects may be published after payments.
- FOIP applies to program records and information.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the First Nations Development Fund Grant Program Program
What is the First Nations Development Fund Grant Program?
First Nations Development Fund Grant Program supports First Nations in Alberta to improve socio-economic conditions in their communities. It funds economic, social, and community development projects, including addictions programs, education, health, and infrastructure.
Who is eligible for the First Nations Development Fund Grant Program program?
To be eligible for the First Nations Development Fund Grant Program program, you must:
Recognized First Nation Band Council
Reserve land in Alberta
Signed grant agreement
What expenses are eligible under First Nations Development Fund Grant Program?
Economic development projects
Social development projects
Community development projects
Addictions programs
Education, health, and infrastructure projects
Who can I contact for more information about the First Nations Development Fund Grant Program?
You can contact Government of Alberta by email at ir-fndf@gov.ab.ca or by phone at 780-644-5619.
Where is the First Nations Development Fund Grant Program available?
The First Nations Development Fund Grant Program program is available the province of Alberta.
Is the First Nations Development Fund Grant Program a grant, loan, or tax credit?
First Nations Development Fund Grant Program is a Grant and Funding
Who are the financial supporters of the First Nations Development Fund Grant Program?
First Nations Development Fund Grant Program is funded by Government of Alberta