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First Nations Land Management
Supports First Nations land governance under community laws
Last Update: May 28, 2026
Funding available
Varies by project
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Yukon, Canada
Overview
First Nations Land Management supports First Nations transitioning away from the land-related sections of the Indian Act to develop and implement their own land codes. Funding can support the developmental phase, the transition to the operational phase, and ongoing land, environment, and natural resources management.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Improve governance or administrative structure
- Reduce environmental footprint
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction
- Utilities
- Construction
- Other services (except public administration)
- Public administration
Location
- Yukon
Legal structures
- All legal structures
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Indigenous Peoples
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
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Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Developing a land code and related community ratification process.
- Transitioning to community control of land, environment, and natural resources.
- Managing lands under a community-approved land code.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- First Nations with reserve lands.
- First Nations with lands set aside in Yukon.
Eligible expenses
- Development of a land code, an individual agreement, and a ratification vote.
- Transition from the developmental phase to the operational phase.
- Ongoing management of land, environment, and natural resources.
Eligible geographic areas
- Canada
Processing and Agreement
- The First Nations Land Management Resource Centre reviews the submission and makes a recommendation to Indigenous Services Canada.
- If accepted, a joint welcome letter is issued by the Lands Advisory Board and ISC.
- The First Nation signs an adhesion document to become a signatory.
- The land code and individual agreement must be approved by ratification vote before the operational phase begins.
Additional information
- The program operates with no fixed deadline; applications are reviewed continuously.
- The developmental phase typically takes approximately two years to complete and is accompanied by milestone-based funding.
- Upon program entry, the First Nation assumes full control and administration over its land, resources, and environment under a community-approved land code.
- The 44 sections of the Indian Act related to land, resource, and environmental management are replaced for participating First Nations with their own legislation.
Frequently Asked Questions about the First Nations Land Management Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the First Nations Land Management. 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 Land Management?
First Nations Land Management supports First Nations transitioning away from the land-related sections of the Indian Act to develop and implement their own land codes. Funding can support the developmental phase, the transition to the operational phase, and ongoing land, environment, and natural resources management.
Who is eligible for the First Nations Land Management program?
To be eligible for the First Nations Land Management program, you must:
First Nation with reserve lands or Yukon lands.
Band Council Resolution required.
What expenses are eligible under First Nations Land Management?
Developing a land code and related community ratification process.
Transitioning to community control of land, environment, and natural resources.
Managing lands under a community-approved land code.
Who can I contact for more information about the First Nations Land Management?
You can contact Indigenous Services Canada (ISC).
Where is the First Nations Land Management available?
The First Nations Land Management program is available the province of Yukon.
Is the First Nations Land Management a grant, loan, or tax credit?
First Nations Land Management is a Grant and Funding
Who are the financial supporters of the First Nations Land Management?
First Nations Land Management is funded by Indigenous Services Canada (ISC)