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Fuel Charge Proceeds Fund for Indigenous Governments
Support for Indigenous self-determined priorities
Funding available
Varies by project
Deadline
Closed
Location
Canada
Overview
The Fuel Charge Proceeds Fund for Indigenous Governments returns federal fuel charge proceeds to federally recognized Indigenous governments in Alberta, Saskatchewan, Manitoba, Ontario, New Brunswick, Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island, and Newfoundland and Labrador. Recipients may use the funds for self-determined priorities, including rebates not directly tied to fuel-charge expenses.
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At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- No objectives are currently available
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Funds Providers
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Canada
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
- Self-determined priorities, including rebates not directly tied to fuel-charge expenses.
Documents Needed
- Required information package
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- First Nation Bands under the Indian Act.
- First Nations signatory to a self-government agreement with Canada.
- Inuit Treaty Organizations.
- Métis governments signatory to a self-government agreement with Canada.
- First Nation representative organizations authorized by eligible First Nation governments to apply for and administer their share.
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Reimbursing Indigenous households or businesses for amounts paid into the fuel charge.
Eligible geographic areas
- Alberta, Saskatchewan, Manitoba and Ontario for 2020-21 to 2024-25.
- New Brunswick, Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island and Newfoundland and Labrador for July 2023 to 2024-25.
Selection criteria
- Equity and needs-based factors of First Nations, Inuit and Métis governments.
- Broad climate change and fuel charge impacts on Indigenous communities.
- First Nations, Inuit and Métis population data based on relevant registries.
How to apply
- Submit the required information package as soon as possible.
- Email fprcga-fcpfig@ec.gc.ca to initiate the process to access the fuel charge proceeds.
Processing and Agreement
- Environment and Climate Change Canada will support eligible recipients to access their allocation as quickly as possible.
- The department will follow up by email and phone as needed.
- If a recipient has not responded, the department will reach out through Indigenous Services Canada or Crown-Indigenous Relations and Northern Affairs Canada.
- Regular follow-ups will be conducted to facilitate the return of fuel charge proceeds.
Additional information
- The program was developed in collaboration with First Nations, Inuit and Métis partners on a distinctions-basis.
- First Nation governments may receive their portion directly or through a First Nation representative organization.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Fuel Charge Proceeds Fund for Indigenous Governments Program
What is the Fuel Charge Proceeds Fund for Indigenous Governments?
The Fuel Charge Proceeds Fund for Indigenous Governments returns federal fuel charge proceeds to federally recognized Indigenous governments in Alberta, Saskatchewan, Manitoba, Ontario, New Brunswick, Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island, and Newfoundland and Labrador. Recipients may use the funds for self-determined priorities, including rebates not directly tied to fuel-charge expenses.
Who is eligible for the Fuel Charge Proceeds Fund for Indigenous Governments program?
To be eligible for the Fuel Charge Proceeds Fund for Indigenous Governments program, you must:
The applicant must be a federally recognized First Nation, Inuit or Métis government.
The applicant must be located in a jurisdiction where fuel charge proceeds are returned through the Fund.
A First Nation representative organization must be not-for-profit and properly authorized to apply and administer proceeds on behalf of First Nation governments.
What expenses are eligible under Fuel Charge Proceeds Fund for Indigenous Governments?
Self-determined priorities, including rebates not directly tied to fuel-charge expenses.
Who can I contact for more information about the Fuel Charge Proceeds Fund for Indigenous Governments?
You can contact Environment and Climate Change Canada (ECCC) by email at fprcga-fcpfig@ec.gc.ca.
Where is the Fuel Charge Proceeds Fund for Indigenous Governments available?
The Fuel Charge Proceeds Fund for Indigenous Governments program is available across Canada.
Is the Fuel Charge Proceeds Fund for Indigenous Governments a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Fuel Charge Proceeds Fund for Indigenous Governments is a Grant and Funding
Who are the financial supporters of the Fuel Charge Proceeds Fund for Indigenous Governments?
Fuel Charge Proceeds Fund for Indigenous Governments is funded by Environment and Climate Change Canada (ECCC)