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First Nations Environmental Contaminants Program (FNECP)

Funding for First Nations environmental health projects

Offered by
Indigenous Services Canada (ISC)
Official source: sac-isc.gc.ca

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Funding available
Varies by project
Deadline
Unspecified
Location
Quebec, Canada
Who can apply
First Nations communities on reserve south of the 60° parallel
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Overview

The First Nations Environmental Contaminants Program supports First Nations communities in identifying, investigating, and characterizing exposure to environmental contaminants through community-based research, monitoring, risk assessment, and risk communication. Selected primary research projects can receive up to $150,000 over two years, while selected knowledge integration and risk communication projects can receive up to $30,000 over one year.

At a glance

Funding available

Varies by project

Financing goals
  • Increase social or community impact
  • Develop strategic partnerships
  • Conduct research and development activities
  • Reduce environmental footprint
  • Raise awareness or mobilize a population
  • Conduct research or evaluation activities

Eligible candidates

Location
  • Quebec
Eligible Industries
All industries
Annual revenue
All revenue ranges
Organisation size
All organization sizes
Audience
  • Indigenous Peoples
Legal structures
Non-profit, Public or Parapublic institution
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
Research, Other Health Services, Environment, Economic, Social and Community Development
Target groups
Indigenous peoples, Rural / Remote communities
Scope
Local, Regional, Provincial, National

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Availability timeline

2026
Periods: 1

Latest changes

PLCEPN call for proposals closed

The PLCEPN 2026-2027 call for proposals has been closed, replacing the open application link with an inactive anchor and updating the program status from open to closed.

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The PLCEPN 2026–2027 call for proposals has been officially closed. The application status changed from "Now Open" to "Closed" on both the homepage and the funding opportunity page. The PDF document linking to the call for proposals has been replaced with an inactive anchor, making the application form no longer accessible through the website. The submission deadline of September 22, 2025, has passed, confirming the closure is legitimate. Eligibility criteria, funding terms, and contact information remain unchanged. This represents a significant program timeline change affecting how applicants can apply. Potential applicants should note that while the current call is closed, the program remains active and may open future funding cycles. Communities interested in environmental contaminant research are encouraged to monitor the portal for upcoming opportunities. The application process details remain on record for reference, and the contact email (fnecp-plcepn@sac-isc.gc.ca) remains func

Official source: sac-isc.gc.ca
April 3, 2026

Eligibility

Who is eligible?

  • First Nations communities on reserve south of the 60° parallel
  • First Nations organizations south of the 60° parallel
  • Bands, districts, councils, and tribal councils
  • Self-governing First Nations communities and regions
  • First Nations non-government and voluntary associations and organizations

Who is not eligible

  • First Nations communities and organizations in British Columbia
  • First Nations north of the 60° parallel
  • Métis and Inuit communities or organizations

Ineligible Costs and Activities

  • Drinking water quality projects are generally not accepted.
  • Radon research proposals cannot be combined with other FNECP research proposals.
  • Knowledge integration and risk communication proposals cannot be combined with a primary research proposal.

Eligible geographic areas

  • Alberta
  • Saskatchewan
  • Manitoba
  • Ontario
  • Quebec
  • Atlantic Canada

Activities funded

  • Community-based research on environmental contaminants and their health impacts.
  • Environmental monitoring and exposure assessment.
  • Risk assessment and risk communication projects.
  • Knowledge integration projects using existing scientific and community knowledge.

How to apply

  • Step 1: Review the annual call for proposals
    • Read the call for proposals and related guidance carefully.
  • Step 2: Prepare the proposal
    • Develop the project with the required scientific or academic partners.
    • Complete the proposal using all required template elements.
  • Step 3: Submit the application
    • Send the completed proposal by email or by hard copy to the program address.
    • Submit before the deadline of September 22, 2025 at 11:59 pm Mountain time.

Documents Needed

  • Letter of support from the community or organization leadership
  • Letters of support from each partnering community, if applicable
  • Proposal template with all required elements
  • Research ethics approval certificate, where applicable
  • Letter of commitment from other funding organizations, if applicable

Selection criteria

  • Mandatory criteria review, science peer review, and community-based merit review.
  • Project design, team expertise, methodology, and timeframe are assessed.
  • Community involvement, capacity building, training, and traditional knowledge are considered.
  • Qualitative and quantitative assessment are used in the evaluation.

Processing and Agreement

  • Proposals are reviewed through a competitive selection process.
  • Eligible proposals undergo a mandatory criteria review, science peer review, and community-based merit review.
  • Funding recommendations are made by the First Nations Selection Committee.
  • Successful applicants are notified of funding decisions by March 16, 2026.
  • A funding recipient must allow 60 days for ministerial review of reports before public release.

Additional information

  • The deadline to submit a proposal is September 22, 2025, at 11:59 pm Mountain time.
  • The program accepts proposals for any environmental contaminants, provided the associated human health risk is clearly justified in the application.
  • The scientific or academic partners required must be explicitly identified in the proposal.
  • Program staff are available to review and provide feedback on draft proposals before final submission.

Contacts

fnecp-plcepn@sac-isc.gc.ca

Official sources

sac-isc.gc.ca
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Frequently Asked Questions about the First Nations Environmental Contaminants Program (FNECP) Program

What is the First Nations Environmental Contaminants Program (FNECP)?

The First Nations Environmental Contaminants Program supports First Nations communities in identifying, investigating, and characterizing exposure to environmental contaminants through community-based research, monitoring, risk assessment, and risk communication. Selected primary research projects can receive up to $150,000 over two years, while selected knowledge integration and risk communication projects can receive up to $30,000 over one year.

Who is eligible for the First Nations Environmental Contaminants Program (FNECP) program?

To be eligible for the First Nations Environmental Contaminants Program (FNECP) program, you must: Recognized First Nations communities or organizations South of the 60° parallel in eligible provinces Community-based projects led by First Nations

Who can I contact for more information about the First Nations Environmental Contaminants Program (FNECP)?

You can contact Indigenous Services Canada (ISC) by email at fnecp-plcepn@sac-isc.gc.ca.

Where is the First Nations Environmental Contaminants Program (FNECP) available?

The First Nations Environmental Contaminants Program (FNECP) program is available the province of Quebec.

Is the First Nations Environmental Contaminants Program (FNECP) a grant, loan, or tax credit?

First Nations Environmental Contaminants Program (FNECP) is a Grant and Funding

Who are the financial supporters of the First Nations Environmental Contaminants Program (FNECP)?

First Nations Environmental Contaminants Program (FNECP) is funded by Indigenous Services Canada (ISC)