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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
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
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Future Generation Foundation 2025-2026 Individual Application: Scholarship, Training & Trades, and Cultural Learning. 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 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