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Indigenous Habitat Participation Program: Grant component
Supports Indigenous capacity building and engagement
Last Update: May 15, 2026
Funding available
Varies by project
Timeline
- Open Date : February 3, 2026
Location
Canada
Overview
The Indigenous Habitat Participation Program: Capacity-building, Engagement, and Collaboration component provides funding for Indigenous participation in capacity-building, engagement, and collaboration activities related to fish and fish habitat protection. It supports activities such as consultation, planning, monitoring, data collection, training, and the purchase or rental of equipment and materials for virtual activities.
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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
- Raise awareness or mobilize a population
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
- Local
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Engagement on fish and fish habitat protection provisions of the Fisheries Act.
- Collaborative planning, monitoring, conservation, and data collection with Fisheries and Oceans Canada.
- Capacity-building activities such as training, governance, and organizational development.
- Research, knowledge-sharing, outreach, and consultation-related activities.
Documents Needed
- Completed proposal form
- Consultation approach established with DFO
- Budget information for the proposed activities
- Authorized signature on the application
Official resources
Program guide
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Indigenous communities, bands, and settlements.
- District councils, chiefs’ councils, and tribal councils.
- Indigenous associations, organizations, and societies.
- Indigenous fisheries commissions, councils, authorities, and boards.
- Indigenous economic institutions, organizations, corporations, and co-operatives.
Eligible expenses
- Salaries, wages, and employer-mandated benefits.
- Training fees, materials, and professional development costs.
- Office, room, facility, equipment, and materials costs.
- Travel, meals, accommodation, and communication services.
- Professional services, repairs, insurance, and outreach materials.
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Activities related to fisheries management, such as stock assessment or hatcheries.
- On-the-ground restoration activities.
- Duplicated services, studies, or written materials funded by other public or private sources.
Eligible geographic areas
- Canada
- Inland areas of Canada for capacity-building funding
Selection criteria
- Compliance with minimum eligibility requirements.
- Relevance to IHPP objectives and fish and fish habitat conservation and protection.
- Applicant experience, resources, and management capacity.
- Alignment with national and regional strategies and priorities.
- Scope of Indigenous engagement and potential long-term benefits.
How to apply
- Step 1
- Complete the proposal form.
- Review the guidance documents and instructions.
- Step 2
- Submit the completed proposal form to the regional office.
- Step 3
- Wait for confirmation of receipt and the funding decision.
- If approved, sign the contribution agreement before payment processing.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are first screened for minimum eligibility requirements.
- Eligible proposals are assessed against applicant capacity, alignment with program objectives, and engagement scope.
- Preference is given to proposals that address priority funding areas, engage a broad range of Indigenous partners, and have long-term benefits.
- Applicants are notified after the funding decision, and successful applicants must sign the applicable funding agreement before payment.
Additional information
- The consultation funding application is open year-round.
- Applicants receive confirmation of receipt within five business days.
- An IHPP file number is assigned for future correspondence.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Indigenous Habitat Participation Program: Grant component Program
What is the Indigenous Habitat Participation Program: Grant component?
The Indigenous Habitat Participation Program: Capacity-building, Engagement, and Collaboration component provides funding for Indigenous participation in capacity-building, engagement, and collaboration activities related to fish and fish habitat protection. It supports activities such as consultation, planning, monitoring, data collection, training, and the purchase or rental of equipment and materials for virtual activities.
Who is eligible for the Indigenous Habitat Participation Program: Grant component program?
To be eligible for the Indigenous Habitat Participation Program: Grant component program, you must:
Indigenous communities or organizations
Fish and fish habitat focus
Capacity-building or engagement
What expenses are eligible under Indigenous Habitat Participation Program: Grant component?
Engagement on fish and fish habitat protection provisions of the Fisheries Act.
Collaborative planning, monitoring, conservation, and data collection with Fisheries and Oceans Canada.
Capacity-building activities such as training, governance, and organizational development.
Research, knowledge-sharing, outreach, and consultation-related activities.
Who can I contact for more information about the Indigenous Habitat Participation Program: Grant component?
You can contact Fisheries and Oceans Canada (DFO).
Where is the Indigenous Habitat Participation Program: Grant component available?
The Indigenous Habitat Participation Program: Grant component program is available across Canada.
Is the Indigenous Habitat Participation Program: Grant component a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Indigenous Habitat Participation Program: Grant component is a Grant and Funding
Who are the financial supporters of the Indigenous Habitat Participation Program: Grant component?
Indigenous Habitat Participation Program: Grant component is funded by Fisheries and Oceans Canada (DFO)