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Indigenous Capacity Support Program
Supports Indigenous capacity for impact assessments
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Funding available
$ 300,000
Deadline
Closed
Location
Quebec, Canada
Overview
This program provides up to $300,000 to help build Indigenous capacity for participation and leadership in impact assessment-related processes. It supports activities such as organizational capacity development, outreach, workshops, training, and related assessment knowledge-building initiatives.
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At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Improve governance or administrative structure
- Develop workforce skills
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 300,000 $
Funds Providers
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Quebec
Legal structures
- Non-profit
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Indigenous Peoples
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Economic, Social and Community Development
Target groups
- All the groups
Revenue structures
- 100% donations / grants
Scope
- Provincial
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Developing or supporting the organizational capacity of Indigenous communities or organizations to participate in, direct and/or undertake assessments, and to deliver information, data and studies that support the implementation of regional or strategic approaches or project EAs/IAs.
- Strengthening awareness of EA/IA issues within Indigenous communities through outreach activities.
- Designing and delivering workshops, training programs or materials related to EA/IA for Indigenous Peoples, communities or organizations.
- Documenting current uses of the land or resources, identifying impacts on rights and environmental, health, social or economic impacts, and documenting Indigenous knowledge.
- Participating in, leading and/or directing project EA/IA, regional and/or strategic processes, leading community engagement and coordinating consultation, and participating in or leading follow-up and monitoring activities.
Documents Needed
- Expression of interest or proposal
- Description of the organization
- Project outline with objectives, activities, outputs, and timeline
- Budget estimate or detailed budget breakdown
- Evidence of community or member support, such as letters of support or Band Council Resolutions
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Indigenous communities
- Indigenous organizations
- Indigenous groups or collectives coordinating more than one Indigenous group
- Incorporated or registered Indigenous non-profit organizations, such as a band council, association, co-operative or institution
Who is not eligible
- Non-Indigenous communities or organizations.
Eligible expenses
- Reporting Costs
- Professional Services
- Travel Expenses, including travel kilometres/flights, meals, incidentals and accommodation
- Honoraria for Elders and ceremonial offerings, including costs associated with providing Indigenous or community knowledge relevant to the engagement activity; the Elder cannot be in receipt of a salary or any other direct income for the activity for which an honorarium is claimed
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Normal office supplies and overhead.
Eligible geographic areas
- Canada
Selection criteria
- Ability to serve a large number of rights-holding communities or members in regions where major projects are anticipated.
- Indication of community or member support for the applicant and/or delivery approach.
- Demonstrated expertise in providing support to communities.
- Demonstrated expertise in environmental/impact assessment or a particular element such as GBA+.
- Stream 2 eligible applications are assessed on a first come, first served basis, subject to the availability of funds.
How to apply
- Step 1: Review program requirements
- Consult the Program Guidelines and any current funding opportunity details on IAAC’s website.
- Confirm the relevant stream and required criteria for your initiative.
- Step 2: Prepare the submission
- Draft an expression of interest or proposal describing the organization, initiative, objectives, activities, outputs, timeline, and budget.
- Include evidence of community or member support where required.
- Step 3: Send the application
- Email the expression of interest to iaac.ip-pa.aeic@canada.ca in Word or PDF format.
- For targeted processes under Stream 3, follow the application instructions provided directly by IAAC.
- Step 4: Develop full proposal if requested
- If invited by IAAC, work with program representatives to prepare a detailed proposal and budget.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed based on program criteria, priorities, and funding availability.
- For some streams, IAAC may contact applicants to clarify missing information or develop a more detailed proposal.
- IAAC usually communicates funding decisions within two months after the application deadline.
- Successful applicants receive a contribution agreement to sign.
- Reimbursement requires a detailed financial report with supporting invoices or receipts.
Additional information
- The program has three funding streams: Stream 1: Program Partners, Stream 2: Community of Practice Events, and Stream 3: Strategic Opportunities.
- This funding is provided outside the context of specific project reviews.
- Eligible activities and criteria may change due to current priorities.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Indigenous Capacity Support Program Program
What is the Indigenous Capacity Support Program?
This program provides up to $300,000 to help build Indigenous capacity for participation and leadership in impact assessment-related processes. It supports activities such as organizational capacity development, outreach, workshops, training, and related assessment knowledge-building initiatives.
How much funding can be received?
Indigenous Capacity Support Program Funds up to $300,000 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Indigenous Capacity Support Program program?
To be eligible for the Indigenous Capacity Support Program program, you must:
Indigenous communities or Indigenous organizations
Indigenous groups or collectives coordinating more than one Indigenous group
Incorporated or registered Indigenous non-profit organizations
What expenses are eligible under Indigenous Capacity Support Program?
Developing or supporting the organizational capacity of Indigenous communities or organizations to participate in, direct and/or undertake assessments, and to deliver information, data and studies that support the implementation of regional or strategic approaches or project EAs/IAs.
Strengthening awareness of EA/IA issues within Indigenous communities through outreach activities.
Designing and delivering workshops, training programs or materials related to EA/IA for Indigenous Peoples, communities or organizations.
Documenting current uses of the land or resources, identifying impacts on rights and environmental, health, social or economic impacts, and documenting Indigenous knowledge.
Participating in, leading and/or directing project EA/IA, regional and/or strategic processes, leading community engagement and coordinating consultation, and participating in or leading follow-up and monitoring activities.
Who can I contact for more information about the Indigenous Capacity Support Program?
You can contact Impact Assessment Agency of Canada (IAAC) by email at iaac.ip-pa.aeic@canada.ca.
Where is the Indigenous Capacity Support Program available?
The Indigenous Capacity Support Program program is available the province of Quebec.
Is the Indigenous Capacity Support Program a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Indigenous Capacity Support Program is a Grant and Funding