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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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