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Indigenous Food Security and Sovereignty
Funding for Indigenous food sovereignty projects
Funding available
Varies by project
Deadline
May 20, 2025
Location
British Columbia, Canada
Overview
This program provides non-repayable funding to support Indigenous food systems, agriculture, sustainability, and food sovereignty in British Columbia. It includes two streams for planning and development or for implementation, with funding caps up to $250,000 depending on the applicant type and stream.
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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
- Improve governance or administrative structure
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Funds Providers
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- British Columbia
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
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Planning and designing Indigenous food security projects.
- Implementing Indigenous food security and food sovereignty projects.
- Developing and strengthening Indigenous agriculture and traditional food systems.
Documents Needed
- Completed grant application form.
- Final report template for completed projects.
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- First Nation communities.
- Tribal Councils.
- Métis Nation Chartered Communities.
- Indigenous-led not-for-profit organizations.
- Indigenous businesses and entrepreneurs.
Eligible expenses
- Feasibility studies and assessments.
- Business planning, coaching, and design costs.
- Implementation costs such as start-up expenses, construction, retrofits, and equipment.
- Greenhouses, processing technologies, cold storage, and water infrastructure.
- Marketing, composting solutions, training, and capacity development.
Eligible geographic areas
- British Columbia
Selection criteria
- Projects must support Indigenous food security and sovereignty.
- Applications must show the applicant can pay a portion of the project costs.
- Priority may be given to successful Stream 1 participants applying for Stream 2.
- Projects that strengthen traditional food systems and long-term community impact are aligned with the program.
How to apply
- Step 1: Review the program information
- Read the grant details and confirm your project fits the program focus.
- Check whether your application is for Stream 1 or Stream 2.
- Step 2: Prepare the application
- Download and complete the grant application.
- Gather any supporting information needed for your project discussion or submission.
- Step 3: Contact the program team if needed
- Email the program team to discuss your project or ask questions before applying.
- Step 4: Submit the application
- Submit the completed application during the intake window.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed during the intake period until the closing date or until available funding is exhausted.
- Some applicants may be prioritized for Stream 2 after successfully completing Stream 1.
- Approved applicants can only have one funded project at a time.
Additional information
- The fund is fully exhausted and no further intakes are currently available.
- Applicants may contact the program team to discuss a potential project before applying.
- A final report template is provided for completed projects.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Indigenous Food Security and Sovereignty Program
What is the Indigenous Food Security and Sovereignty?
This program provides non-repayable funding to support Indigenous food systems, agriculture, sustainability, and food sovereignty in British Columbia. It includes two streams for planning and development or for implementation, with funding caps up to $250,000 depending on the applicant type and stream.
Who is eligible for the Indigenous Food Security and Sovereignty program?
To be eligible for the Indigenous Food Security and Sovereignty program, you must:
Indigenous-led applicants only
At least 51% Indigenous ownership for businesses
Food production or processing focus
What expenses are eligible under Indigenous Food Security and Sovereignty?
Planning and designing Indigenous food security projects.
Implementing Indigenous food security and food sovereignty projects.
Developing and strengthening Indigenous agriculture and traditional food systems.
Who can I contact for more information about the Indigenous Food Security and Sovereignty?
You can contact New Relationship Trust (NRT).
Where is the Indigenous Food Security and Sovereignty available?
The Indigenous Food Security and Sovereignty program is available the province of British Columbia.
Is the Indigenous Food Security and Sovereignty a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Indigenous Food Security and Sovereignty is a Grant and Funding
Who are the financial supporters of the Indigenous Food Security and Sovereignty?
Indigenous Food Security and Sovereignty is funded by New Relationship Trust (NRT)