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Indigenous Habitat Participation Program - Consultation component

Supports Indigenous participation in fisheries-related regulatory consultations
Fisheries and Oceans Canada (DFO)
Last Update: March 4, 2026
Funding available
$ 21,000
Timeline
  • Open continuously
Location
Canada

Overview

The Indigenous Habitat Participation Program – Consultation component provides grants of up to $21,000 to support Indigenous Nations, communities, and organizations in participating in Fisheries and Oceans Canada consultation activities. Funding covers activities such as reviewing proposed projects, preparing for consultation, internal discussions, engaging technical experts, and travel related to fish and fish habitat protection decisions.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.

At a glance

Funding available

Financing goals
  • Increase social or community impact
  • Improve governance or administrative structure
  • Develop strategic partnerships
Eligible Funding
  • Maximum amount : 21,000 $
  • Up to 15% of project cost
Timeline
  • Open continuously

Eligible candidates

Eligible Industries
  • Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Location
  • Canada
Legal structures
  • All legal structures
Annual revenue
  • All revenue ranges
Organisation size
  • All organization sizes
Audience
  • Indigenous Peoples

Next steps

1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility

Activities funded

  • Participation in consultations regarding Fisheries and Oceans Canada regulatory decisions under the Fisheries Act and Species at Risk Act.
  • Review of proposed projects and related offsetting plans affecting fish and fish habitat.
  • Preparation and facilitation of internal discussions among Indigenous rights holders, community members, and leadership related to consultation matters.
  • Collection and analysis of information to assess potential impacts of proposed projects on Aboriginal and treaty rights.
  • Preparation and provision of information for consultation meetings with Fisheries and Oceans Canada.

Eligibility

Who is eligible?

  • Indigenous governments
  • Indigenous communities, bands, and settlements
  • District councils, chiefs’ councils, and tribal councils
  • Bodies or entities established by rights-holding Indigenous communities
  • Indigenous organizations representing communities with Aboriginal or treaty rights

Who is not eligible

  • No specific information is provided regarding particular types of businesses or industries that are not eligible for this grant.
  • No explicit restrictions are mentioned regarding the legal status or main activity of businesses in the context of exclusions.

Eligible expenses

  • Salaries and wages, including mandatory employer benefits.
  • Professional, technical and specialized services, such as consultants.
  • Software and computer equipment.
  • Printing costs.
  • Telecommunications and data communications services.
  • Postage, parcel post, and courier services.
  • Expenses related to conferences, workshops, and meetings (including hospitality and related costs in compliance with federal directives).
  • Travel expenses (travel, meals, incidentals, accommodation, vehicle rental, transportation).
  • Rental of office space, rooms, and facilities.
  • Honoraria for Elders and Indigenous Knowledge Holders (if not otherwise compensated for these activities).
  • Costs for ceremonial offerings.
  • Administrative overhead costs, up to 15% of eligible expenses (e.g., office rent, accounting, HR, contract administration).

Eligible geographic areas

  • Alberta
  • British Columbia
  • Manitoba
  • New Brunswick
  • Newfoundland and Labrador
  • Northwest Territories
  • Nova Scotia
  • Nunavut
  • Ontario
  • Prince Edward Island
  • Quebec
  • Saskatchewan
  • Yukon

Additional information

  • Preference is given to funding requests up to $21,000; higher amounts may be considered for complex consultations.
  • Applications are processed individually as they are received and applicants are notified of receipt within five business days.
  • Grant transfer payments to successful applicants are made within 30 business days of signing the agreement.
  • Administrative overhead costs are capped at 15% of total eligible expenses.

Contacts

dfo.queihpp-ppahque.mpo@dfo-mpo.gc.ca

Frequently Asked Questions about the Indigenous Habitat Participation Program - Consultation component Program

Here are answers to the most common questions about the Indigenous Habitat Participation Program - Consultation component. This section explains what the program is, how much funding is available, eligibility requirements, application deadlines, and other important details to help you determine if this grant is right for your business.

What is the Indigenous Habitat Participation Program - Consultation component?

The Indigenous Habitat Participation Program – Consultation component provides grants of up to $21,000 to support Indigenous Nations, communities, and organizations in participating in Fisheries and Oceans Canada consultation activities. Funding covers activities such as reviewing proposed projects, preparing for consultation, internal discussions, engaging technical experts, and travel related to fish and fish habitat protection decisions.

How much funding can be received?

Indigenous Habitat Participation Program - Consultation component Funds up to 15% of admissible expenses, capped at $21,000 per project.

Who is eligible for the Indigenous Habitat Participation Program - Consultation component program?

To be eligible for the Indigenous Habitat Participation Program - Consultation component program, you must: Must be an Indigenous Nation, community, or organization with potential or established Aboriginal or treaty rights May be adversely affected by a Fisheries Act or Species at Risk Act regulatory review decision Must have received a consultation notification from Fisheries and Oceans Canada

What expenses are eligible under Indigenous Habitat Participation Program - Consultation component?

Participation in consultations regarding Fisheries and Oceans Canada regulatory decisions under the Fisheries Act and Species at Risk Act. Review of proposed projects and related offsetting plans affecting fish and fish habitat. Preparation and facilitation of internal discussions among Indigenous rights holders, community members, and leadership related to consultation matters. Collection and analysis of information to assess potential impacts of proposed projects on Aboriginal and treaty rights. Preparation and provision of information for consultation meetings with Fisheries and Oceans Canada.

Who can I contact for more information about the Indigenous Habitat Participation Program - Consultation component?

You can contact Fisheries and Oceans Canada (DFO) by email at dfo.queihpp-ppahque.mpo@dfo-mpo.gc.ca.

Where is the Indigenous Habitat Participation Program - Consultation component available?

The Indigenous Habitat Participation Program - Consultation component program is available across Canada.

Is the Indigenous Habitat Participation Program - Consultation component a grant, loan, or tax credit?

Indigenous Habitat Participation Program - Consultation component is a Grant and Funding

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