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Indigenous Affairs Grants Program
Funding for small Indigenous social, cultural and educational projects
Last Update: April 27, 2026
Funding available
$ 250 - $ 5,000
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
New Brunswick
Overview
This program provides funding for small-scale, not-for-profit Indigenous projects, initiatives, and events with social, cultural, and educational purposes. Grants range from $250 to $5,000, depending on the type of activity.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Enhance an existing program
- Strengthen organizational capacity
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 5,000 $
- Minimum amount : 250 $
- Up to 25% of project cost
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Educational services
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Location
- New Brunswick
Legal structures
- Non-profit
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Indigenous Peoples
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Culture and Arts
- Primary and Secondary Education
- Other Education
- Social Services
- Economic, Social and Community Development
- Children and Youth Organizations
Target groups
- Indigenous peoples
- Artists / creatives
- Community leaders
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- Provincial
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Small-scale Indigenous projects, initiatives, and events.
- Social, cultural, and educational activities.
- Workshops and conferences.
- Powwows, festivals, and gatherings.
- Cultural awareness activities.
Documents Needed
- Completed application form
- Supporting documentation for the project or event
- Confirmation of other funding sources
- Final report with financial statement after completion
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- First Nation communities
- Indigenous organizations recognized by the department
- Individuals 18 years or older registered with a First Nation community and residing in New Brunswick
Eligible expenses
- Project and event costs related to workshops, conferences, powwows, festivals, gatherings, and cultural awareness activities.
- Costs for other eligible small-scale Indigenous projects, initiatives, or events.
Eligible geographic areas
- New Brunswick
Processing and Agreement
- The application is reviewed for compliance, funding level, and activity eligibility.
- The review process may take two to three weeks after a complete application is received.
- A recommendation is made to senior management for approval or rejection.
- If approved, a Letter of Offer must be reviewed and signed before funding is released.
- If rejected, a Letter of Notification explains the reason for rejection.
Additional information
- Eligibility criteria are reviewed annually and may change.
- The Assistant Deputy Minister may vary the funding conditions.
- Approved funding details are published in an open data dataset.
- Only community or organization names and amounts are disclosed; individual names are not published.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Indigenous Affairs Grants Program Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Indigenous Affairs Grants Program. 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 Indigenous Affairs Grants Program?
This program provides funding for small-scale, not-for-profit Indigenous projects, initiatives, and events with social, cultural, and educational purposes. Grants range from $250 to $5,000, depending on the type of activity.
How much funding can be received?
Indigenous Affairs Grants Program Funds up to 25% of admissible expenses, capped at $5,000 per project.
Who is eligible for the Indigenous Affairs Grants Program program?
To be eligible for the Indigenous Affairs Grants Program program, you must:
First Nation or Indigenous support required.
Applicant must be 18 or older.
Other funding or in-kind support required.
What expenses are eligible under Indigenous Affairs Grants Program?
Small-scale Indigenous projects, initiatives, and events.
Social, cultural, and educational activities.
Workshops and conferences.
Powwows, festivals, and gatherings.
Cultural awareness activities.
Who can I contact for more information about the Indigenous Affairs Grants Program?
You can contact Municipality of West Elgin by email at indigenousaffairs-affairesautochtones@gnb.ca or by phone at 506-462-5846.
Where is the Indigenous Affairs Grants Program available?
The Indigenous Affairs Grants Program program is available the province of New Brunswick.
Is the Indigenous Affairs Grants Program a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Indigenous Affairs Grants Program is a Grant and Funding