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Future Generation Foundation 2025-2026 Individual Application: Scholarship, Training & Trades, and Cultural Learning
Funding for First Nations individual learning
Last Update: June 6, 2026
Funding available
$ 20,000
Timeline
- Closing date : June 5, 2026
Location
Canada
Overview
This program provides up to $20,000 for First Nations individuals pursuing scholarships, training and trades, or cultural learning. It supports education, healing, certification, language, and traditional knowledge-building activities taking place between September 1, 2025 and August 31, 2026.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Obtain certifications or accreditations
- Develop workforce skills
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 20,000 $
Timeline
- Closing date : June 5, 2026
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
- Post-secondary studies such as certificate, bachelor’s, master’s, or doctorate programs
- Training and certification programs at non-post-secondary institutions
- Cultural learning and traditional knowledge-building activities
- Healing, language learning, and community or personal development activities
Documents Needed
- Proof of First Nations status or membership
- Social Insurance Number
- Confirmation of enrollment or acceptance
- Most recent transcript
- Supporting budget and financial need information
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- First Nations individuals
- Individuals applying for scholarship, training and trades, or cultural learning support
Who is not eligible
- Applicants under 18 years old by December 31, 2025
- Applicants without a valid Social Insurance Number
- Individuals who are not First Nations members
- Personal businesses and entrepreneurial ventures
Eligible expenses
- Tuition, books, and supplies
- Monthly living expenses such as housing, food, transportation, and childcare
- Costs related to training, certification, or cultural learning activities
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Personal businesses or entrepreneurial activities
- Capital costs, including construction, renovation, or land purchases
- Legal action or compensation claims
- Payments for past student loans or debts
- Partisan or political activities
Eligible geographic areas
- Canada
- First Nations individuals residing outside Canada
Selection criteria
- Eligibility and qualification assessment
- Alignment with the Foundation’s objectives
- Competitive review using the same evaluation scoring grid
How to apply
- Step 1: Access the application portal
- Visit the Foundation’s application page.
- Open the individual applications section.
- Sign in or create an account on Survey Monkey Apply.
- Step 2: Complete the application tasks
- Update your eligibility profile and generate the individual application.
- Complete all required tasks and questions.
- Upload the required supporting documents.
- Step 3: Review and submit
- Review the full application before submission.
- Submit the completed application online through the portal.
- Wait for email notification of the decision.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are screened to confirm deadline compliance, completeness, and eligibility
- Complete applications are reviewed by the Selection Committee
- The Board of Trustees makes the final funding decision
- Applicants are notified by email
- Successful applicants must provide required reporting documents
Additional information
- Funding is competitive and not guaranteed.
- Applications must be submitted online only.
- Preference is given to former residential school students.
- Applicants can apply again in future funding rounds if unsuccessful.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Future Generation Foundation 2025-2026 Individual Application: Scholarship, Training & Trades, and Cultural Learning Program
What is the Future Generation Foundation 2025-2026 Individual Application: Scholarship, Training & Trades, and Cultural Learning?
This program provides up to $20,000 for First Nations individuals pursuing scholarships, training and trades, or cultural learning. It supports education, healing, certification, language, and traditional knowledge-building activities taking place between September 1, 2025 and August 31, 2026.
How much funding can be received?
Future Generation Foundation 2025-2026 Individual Application: Scholarship, Training & Trades, and Cultural Learning Funds up to $20,000 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Future Generation Foundation 2025-2026 Individual Application: Scholarship, Training & Trades, and Cultural Learning program?
To be eligible for the Future Generation Foundation 2025-2026 Individual Application: Scholarship, Training & Trades, and Cultural Learning program, you must:
First Nations individual
Age 18+ by Dec. 31, 2025
Valid Social Insurance Number
What expenses are eligible under Future Generation Foundation 2025-2026 Individual Application: Scholarship, Training & Trades, and Cultural Learning?
Post-secondary studies such as certificate, bachelor’s, master’s, or doctorate programs
Training and certification programs at non-post-secondary institutions
Cultural learning and traditional knowledge-building activities
Healing, language learning, and community or personal development activities
Who can I contact for more information about the Future Generation Foundation 2025-2026 Individual Application: Scholarship, Training & Trades, and Cultural Learning?
You can contact Future Generations Foundation by email at info@fgfoundation.ca or by phone at 1-888-268-0520 ext. 1.
Where is the Future Generation Foundation 2025-2026 Individual Application: Scholarship, Training & Trades, and Cultural Learning available?
The Future Generation Foundation 2025-2026 Individual Application: Scholarship, Training & Trades, and Cultural Learning program is available across Canada.
Is the Future Generation Foundation 2025-2026 Individual Application: Scholarship, Training & Trades, and Cultural Learning a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Future Generation Foundation 2025-2026 Individual Application: Scholarship, Training & Trades, and Cultural Learning is a Grant and Funding