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Indigenous Community-Based Climate Monitoring Program
Funding for Indigenous climate monitoring projects
Last Update: May 15, 2026
Funding available
Varies by project
Timeline
- Open Date : February 3, 2026
Location
Canada
Overview
This program provides about $8 million per year in contribution funding for Indigenous-led climate monitoring projects. It supports the design, implementation, or expansion of community-based climate monitoring activities using Indigenous Knowledge Systems and western science.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase performance through digital transformation
- Increase social or community impact
- Develop strategic partnerships
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Timeline
- Open Date : February 3, 2026
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Canada
Legal structures
- Non-profit
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Environment
Target groups
- All the groups
Revenue structures
- 100% donations / grants
Scope
- Provincial
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Design, implementation, or expansion of community-based climate monitoring projects.
- Monitoring of climate and environmental effects of climate change.
- Community-led climate data collection and communication of results.
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Indigenous communities
- Indigenous Nations
- Indigenous governments
- Indigenous representative organizations
Who is not eligible
- First Nations south of 60°N are not currently accepting applications.
Eligible expenses
- Community engagement and monitoring plan development.
- Hiring and training community members.
- Rental or purchase of monitoring equipment.
- Climate and environmental monitoring activities.
- Data management, communication, and partnership-building related to the project.
Eligible geographic areas
- Canada
- First Nations north of 60°N
- First Nations south of 60°N
How to apply
- Step 1: Check your applicant group
- Confirm whether your community, Nation, government, or representative organization is eligible.
- Step 2: Contact the program
- First Nations north of 60°N, Inuit, and Métis should email the program for current funding opportunities and application guidance.
- Step 3: Follow program instructions
- Use the guidance provided by the program team to prepare and submit your application.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are handled by the program team after submission.
- First Nations north of 60°N, Inuit, and Métis are directed to contact the program by email about current opportunities and application details.
- First Nations south of 60°N are informed that the program is not currently accepting applications.
- No review timeline or decision process is stated in the available information.
Additional information
- There is no deadline to apply.
- First Nations north of 60°N, Inuit, and Métis should contact the program by email for ongoing opportunities.
- First Nations south of 60°N are not currently accepting applications.
- The program provides access to tools and best practices for funding recipients.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Indigenous Community-Based Climate Monitoring Program Program
What is the Indigenous Community-Based Climate Monitoring Program?
This program provides about $8 million per year in contribution funding for Indigenous-led climate monitoring projects. It supports the design, implementation, or expansion of community-based climate monitoring activities using Indigenous Knowledge Systems and western science.
Who is eligible for the Indigenous Community-Based Climate Monitoring Program program?
To be eligible for the Indigenous Community-Based Climate Monitoring Program program, you must:
Indigenous-led applicants only
Climate monitoring project required
Community or territorial focus
What expenses are eligible under Indigenous Community-Based Climate Monitoring Program?
Design, implementation, or expansion of community-based climate monitoring projects.
Monitoring of climate and environmental effects of climate change.
Community-led climate data collection and communication of results.
Who can I contact for more information about the Indigenous Community-Based Climate Monitoring Program?
You can contact Crown-Indigenous Relations and Northern Affairs Canada (CIRNAC) by email at surveillanceclimat-climatemonitoring@rcaanc-cirnac.gc.ca.
Where is the Indigenous Community-Based Climate Monitoring Program available?
The Indigenous Community-Based Climate Monitoring Program program is available across Canada.
Is the Indigenous Community-Based Climate Monitoring Program a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Indigenous Community-Based Climate Monitoring Program is a Grant and Funding
Who are the financial supporters of the Indigenous Community-Based Climate Monitoring Program?
Indigenous Community-Based Climate Monitoring Program is funded by Crown-Indigenous Relations and Northern Affairs Canada (CIRNAC)