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Food Systems Program Grant 2026
Support for Indigenous food systems projects
Last Update: June 4, 2026
Funding available
$ 5,000
Timeline
- Open Date : May 25, 2026
- Closing date : June 15, 2026
Location
British Columbia, Canada
Overview
This program provides up to $5,000 to support Indigenous food security and food sovereignty projects in British Columbia. It funds community-driven activities such as planning, wages or honoraria, tools, equipment, materials, and food-related infrastructure.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop team skills
- Develop a new program or service
- Increase social or community impact
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 5,000 $
Timeline
- Open Date : May 25, 2026
- Closing date : June 15, 2026
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- British Columbia
Legal structures
- Non-profit
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Indigenous Peoples
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Social Services
- Economic, Social and Community Development
- Employment and Training
Target groups
- Indigenous peoples
- Rural / Remote communities
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- Provincial
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Food-related community projects.
- Capacity-building and knowledge-sharing initiatives.
- Planning and community visioning activities.
- Development of food-related infrastructure.
Documents Needed
- Completed application form
- Direct Deposit Enrollment Form
- Voided cheque
- Required financial documents
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- First Nations and First Nation communities.
- Métis Nation BC Chartered Communities.
- Indigenous-led organizations.
- Organizations serving Indigenous populations in BC.
Who is not eligible
- Individuals.
- Organizations that do not serve Indigenous populations in British Columbia.
- Projects led by non-Indigenous organizations without Indigenous guidance.
Eligible expenses
- Wages or honoraria.
- Planning and community visioning work.
- Tools, equipment, and materials.
- Food-related infrastructure.
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Projects focused only on immediate food access, such as food hampers, food banks, or snack programs, without a strong skill-building or knowledge-sharing component.
- Day-to-day operational costs and maintenance.
- General administrative fees.
Eligible geographic areas
- British Columbia.
Selection criteria
- Alignment with Indigenous food security and food sovereignty goals.
- Community-driven and inclusive approach.
- Capacity-building and knowledge-sharing focus.
- Direct benefit to Indigenous populations in BC.
How to apply
- Step 1: Create or log into an I·SPARC Grant Platform account.
- Use the online portal to access the application.
- Contact the program team if you have account issues.
- Step 2: Complete the application.
- Fill in all required sections online.
- Save your progress and return later if needed.
- Step 3: Submit before the deadline.
- Submit the completed application through the portal by June 15, 2026.
- Watch for the automated confirmation email.
- Step 4: Provide payment information if successful.
- Submit the Direct Deposit Enrollment Form and a void cheque.
- Receive funds after the required documents are processed.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are first screened by the Provincial Coordinator.
- Funding decisions are made by a review panel.
- Applicants are notified within 4 weeks of the deadline.
- Successful applicants must sign a funding agreement before payment.
- Funds are issued by direct deposit after required documents are received.
Additional information
- Only one application per organization will be approved.
- Successful applicants may access an optional top-up grant for capacity building.
- A final report is required by March 31, 2027.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Food Systems Program Grant 2026 Program
What is the Food Systems Program Grant 2026?
This program provides up to $5,000 to support Indigenous food security and food sovereignty projects in British Columbia. It funds community-driven activities such as planning, wages or honoraria, tools, equipment, materials, and food-related infrastructure.
How much funding can be received?
Food Systems Program Grant 2026 Funds up to $5,000 of admissible expenses.
What is the deadline to apply?
The application deadline for this grant program was June 15, 2026.
Who is eligible for the Food Systems Program Grant 2026 program?
To be eligible for the Food Systems Program Grant 2026 program, you must:
BC-based organization or community.
Serves Indigenous populations.
Community-driven food project.
What expenses are eligible under Food Systems Program Grant 2026?
Food-related community projects.
Capacity-building and knowledge-sharing initiatives.
Planning and community visioning activities.
Development of food-related infrastructure.
Who can I contact for more information about the Food Systems Program Grant 2026?
You can contact Indigenous Sport, Physical Activity & Recreation Council (ISPARC) by email at Food@isparc.ca or by phone at 250.856.0857.
Where is the Food Systems Program Grant 2026 available?
The Food Systems Program Grant 2026 program is available the province of British Columbia.