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Indigenous Capacity Support Program — Stream 3: Strategic Opportunities
Funding for Indigenous assessment capacity-building
Last Update: June 8, 2026
Funding available
$ 150,000
Timeline
- Closing date : December 2, 2024
Location
Canada
Overview
This program provides up to $150,000 for Indigenous capacity-building in assessment-related work. It supports activities that help Indigenous communities and organizations participate in impact, environmental, regional, and strategic assessments, as well as follow-up activities.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Improve governance or administrative structure
- Develop strategic partnerships
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 150,000 $
- Up to 100% of project cost
Timeline
- Closing date : December 2, 2024
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Public administration
Location
- Canada
Legal structures
- Non-profit
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Indigenous Peoples
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Environment
- Economic, Social and Community Development
- Civic and Advocacy Organizations
Target groups
- Indigenous peoples
- Community leaders
Revenue structures
- 100% donations / grants
Scope
- National
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Capacity-building for participation in impact and environmental assessments
- Awareness activities on assessment issues
- Workshops, training, and related materials
- Land-use, Indigenous knowledge, and GIS studies
- Development of Indigenous governance structures for participation and coordination
Documents Needed
- Completed application form
- Signed resolution or authorization document
- Detailed budget proposal
- Supporting documents, if applicable
- Certification declaration
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Indigenous communities
- Indigenous organizations
- Indigenous groups involved in federal impact, environmental, regional, or strategic assessments
Eligible expenses
- Reporting costs
- Professional services
- Travel expenses
- Honoraria for Elders and ceremonial offerings
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Capital expenditures
- Construction costs
- Lost income
- Building renovations
- Activities duplicating already funded work
Selection criteria
- Alignment with program criteria and priorities
- Clear targeted results and work plan
- Capacity to serve many communities or members
- Community or member support
- Relevant experience in assessment support
How to apply
- Step 1: Prepare application
- Complete the application form in Word or PDF.
- Gather the required resolution and supporting documents.
- Prepare the budget and activity details.
- Step 2: Submit application
- Send the completed application to the Indigenous Engagement and Partnerships team by email.
- Step 3: Await review
- IAAC reviews the application and may ask for more information.
- Applicants are notified of the funding decision.
- Step 4: Complete agreement if approved
- Sign the contribution agreement and related schedule.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed by a Funding Selection Committee and IAAC officials.
- IAAC may request additional information or modifications before a decision.
- Successful applicants receive a contribution agreement for signature.
- Payments are made under the agreement, with final payment after reporting requirements are met.
Additional information
- The program is outside specific project reviews.
- Successful applicants must sign a contribution agreement.
- Annual and final narrative reports are required.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Indigenous Capacity Support Program — Stream 3: Strategic Opportunities Program
What is the Indigenous Capacity Support Program — Stream 3: Strategic Opportunities?
This program provides up to $150,000 for Indigenous capacity-building in assessment-related work. It supports activities that help Indigenous communities and organizations participate in impact, environmental, regional, and strategic assessments, as well as follow-up activities.
How much funding can be received?
Indigenous Capacity Support Program — Stream 3: Strategic Opportunities Funds up to 100% of admissible expenses, capped at $150,000 per project.
Who is eligible for the Indigenous Capacity Support Program — Stream 3: Strategic Opportunities program?
To be eligible for the Indigenous Capacity Support Program — Stream 3: Strategic Opportunities program, you must:
Indigenous community or organization
Assessment-related capacity support
Clear work plan and budget
What expenses are eligible under Indigenous Capacity Support Program — Stream 3: Strategic Opportunities?
Capacity-building for participation in impact and environmental assessments
Awareness activities on assessment issues
Workshops, training, and related materials
Land-use, Indigenous knowledge, and GIS studies
Development of Indigenous governance structures for participation and coordination
Who can I contact for more information about the Indigenous Capacity Support Program — Stream 3: Strategic Opportunities?
You can contact Government of Canada by email at IndigenousPartnerships-PartenariatsAutochtones@iaac-aeic.gc.ca or by phone at none.
Where is the Indigenous Capacity Support Program — Stream 3: Strategic Opportunities available?
The Indigenous Capacity Support Program — Stream 3: Strategic Opportunities program is available across Canada.
Is the Indigenous Capacity Support Program — Stream 3: Strategic Opportunities a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Indigenous Capacity Support Program — Stream 3: Strategic Opportunities is a Grant and Funding