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Indigenous Capacity Support Program — Stream 3: Strategic Opportunities
Supporting Indigenous communities in impact assessment
Latest source updateLast Update: July 31, 2026Latest change: The Stream 3 page now shows broader program guidance, including updated eligibility, application, after-application, and contact information.View change
Latest source update
Last Update: July 31, 2026
Latest change: The Stream 3 page now shows broader program guidance, including updated eligibility, application, after-application, and contact information.
Stream 3 guidance expanded
The Stream 3 page now includes broader Indigenous Capacity Support Program guidance, with expanded eligibility and activity descriptions, new application instructions, and after-application steps for contribution agreements and detailed financial reports. It also now shows updated contact information for the Indigenous Partnerships Division and a more general program overview that organizes the funding streams and supporting guidance in one place.
Funding available
$ 150,000
Deadline
December 2, 2024
Location
Canada
Overview
The Indigenous Capacity Support Program supports Indigenous communities and Indigenous organizations through short-term funding outside specific project assessments. It supports capacity-building activities such as land-use studies, Indigenous knowledge studies, and Indigenous governance structures that improve participation in assessments.
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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
Funds Providers
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
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
- General land-use studies (not project-specific)
- Indigenous knowledge studies and storage
- Geographic information system (GIS) development and support
- Youth internship related to EA/IA
- Development of Indigenous governance structures to allow for more effective participation and coordination in IA
Documents Needed
- Completed application form in Word or PDF format
Official resources
Official page
Program guide
Application form
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Indigenous communities and Indigenous organizations
- Indigenous communities and organizations currently involved in a federal impact assessment (IA), environmental assessment (EA), regional assessment (RA), strategic assessment (SA), and/or associated follow-up activities, or anticipated participating in an assessment in the near future
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)
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Capital expenditures
- Construction costs
- Lost income
- Building renovations
- Activities duplicating already funded work
Selection criteria
- Indigenous group requires capacity and has demonstrated an urgent need to participate in an assessment and/or associated follow-up activities
- Indigenous community is not currently receiving Indigenous Capacity Support funding directly or through an associated Indigenous third-party delivery organization
- The funding application clearly identifies targeted and appropriate results, provides a clear workplan and budget, and ensures or identifies and defines required human resources are in place
How to apply
- Complete the application form using your preferred Word or PDF format and send it to the Indigenous Engagement and Partnerships team
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
- This funding is provided outside the context of specific project reviews.
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?
The Indigenous Capacity Support Program supports Indigenous communities and Indigenous organizations through short-term funding outside specific project assessments. It supports capacity-building activities such as land-use studies, Indigenous knowledge studies, and Indigenous governance structures that improve participation in assessments.
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 communities and organizations currently involved in, or expected to participate in, a federal impact assessment, environmental assessment, regional assessment, strategic assessment, or associated follow-up activities
What expenses are eligible under Indigenous Capacity Support Program — Stream 3: Strategic Opportunities?
General land-use studies (not project-specific)
Indigenous knowledge studies and storage
Geographic information system (GIS) development and support
Youth internship related to EA/IA
Development of Indigenous governance structures to allow for more effective participation and coordination in IA
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.
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