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Indigenous Food Security and Sovereignty
Last Update: February 4, 2026
Canada
Supports Indigenous-led food systems development and sustainability projects
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
No objectives are currently available
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Timeline
- Closing date : May 20, 2025
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
- All industries
Target groups
- All the groups
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- All dimensions
Overview
The Indigenous Food Security and Sovereignty grant provides non-repayable funding to support Indigenous-led initiatives focused on developing and strengthening food systems, agriculture, and sustainability. The program aims to foster food sovereignty among Indigenous communities by offering two funding streams that support both planning and implementation activities.
Activities funded
Examples of admissible projects:
Developing an Indigenous community food sovereignty and farming initiative.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- First Nation communities
- Tribal Councils
- Metis Nation Chartered Communities
- Indigenous-led not-for-profit organizations
- Indigenous businesses and entrepreneurs
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Activities not related to food security or sovereignty
- Projects outside eligible regions
- Activities involving non-Indigenous organizations without Indigenous governance
- Activities not aligned with the grant’s objectives
- Expenses not directly related to project implementation
Selection criteria
- Alignment with Indigenous food sovereignty goals
- Project feasibility and community impact
- Innovativeness of proposed activities
- Capacity of applicant to deliver the project
How to apply
Create an application account on the funding portalPrepare comprehensive project proposal and supporting documentsSubmit application through the online portal before the deadlineReceive confirmation of submission and review process updatesAttend any required follow-up or interview sessions if necessary
Processing and Agreement
- Application reviewed for completeness and eligibility
- Evaluation based on project relevance and capacity
- Notification of decision sent to applicants
- Funding agreement signed prior to disbursement
- Periodic reporting and monitoring required after funding allocation
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