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Indigenous Justice Program - Indigenous Engagement Fund

Q: Who is eligible for the Indigenous Justice Program - Indigenous Engagement Fund program?

To be eligible for the Indigenous Justice Program - Indigenous Engagement Fund program, you must: First Nations, Inuit, or Métis organizations Chiefs and Band Councils, Tribal Councils Local, regional, or national Indigenous organizations

Q: Who can I contact for more information about the Indigenous Justice Program - Indigenous Engagement Fund?

You can contact Department of Justice Canada (JUS).

Q: Where is the Indigenous Justice Program - Indigenous Engagement Fund available?

The Indigenous Justice Program - Indigenous Engagement Fund program is available across Canada.

Q: Is the Indigenous Justice Program - Indigenous Engagement Fund a grant, loan, or tax credit?

Indigenous Justice Program - Indigenous Engagement Fund is a Grant and Funding

Q: Who are the financial supporters of the Indigenous Justice Program - Indigenous Engagement Fund?

Indigenous Justice Program - Indigenous Engagement Fund is funded by Department of Justice Canada (JUS)

Last Update: March 4, 2026

Canada

Supports Indigenous participation in justice system engagement activities

Grant and Funding

Department of Justice Canada

Overview

The Indigenous Engagement Fund supports First Nations, Inuit, Métis communities, and Indigenous organizations in participating in time-limited engagement activities related to justice system issues, such as workshops, conferences, interviews, and surveys. The program is federally funded and aims to enhance Indigenous involvement in justice-related initiatives, but the maximum funding amount is not specified.

At a glance

Funding available

Financing goals

Increasing community impact

Strengthening governance

Raise awareness and mobilize the public

Eligible Funding

No Condition

Timeline

Receipt of requests is now closed

Eligible candidates

Eligible Industries

Other services (except public administration)
Public administration

Location

Canada

Legal structures

Non-profit
Public or Parapublic institution

Annual revenue

All revenue ranges

Organisation size

All organization sizes

Audience

Indigenous Peoples

Non-profit candidates

Sector of operation

Law and Legal Services
Civic and Advocacy Organizations
Diversity and Inclusion

Target groups

Indigenous peoples
Rural / Remote communities
Community leaders

Revenue structures

All structures

Scope

Local
Regional
National

Activities funded

Organization, development, and implementation of engagement activities related to the justice system.
Hosting workshops focused on justice-related issues.
Facilitating conferences and meetings on topics relevant to Indigenous communities and the justice system.
Conducting interviews and surveys regarding justice system topics.

Examples of admissible projects:

$ 23,000

Surveying urban Indigenous housing rights and eviction experiences

$ 17,900

Facilitating sharing circle series on community-police relations

$ 18,500

Forum on court navigation challenges for Métis families

$ 30,800

Conference on youth justice experiences and recommendations for reform

$ 21,000

Community-led interviews on barriers to accessing legal aid services

$ 25,000

Hosting two-day restorative justice workshops with Elders and youth

Eligibility

The applicant must be a First Nations, Inuit, or Métis community, Chief and Band Council, Tribal Council, or a local, regional, or national Indigenous organization.
The funding is intended to support participation in engagement activities related to the justice system, such as workshops, conferences, meetings, interviews, or surveys.

Who is eligible?

First Nations communities
Inuit communities
Métis communities
Chiefs and Band Councils
Tribal Councils
Local, regional, and national Indigenous organizations

Eligible expenses

Organization of workshops, conferences, and meetings.
Conducting interviews and surveys as part of engagement activities.

Eligible geographic areas

All provinces and territories across Canada, based on potential to provide representation when feasible and reasonable.

How to apply

Assess eligibility for the Fund

Review eligibility criteria for the Indigenous Engagement Fund
Confirm your organization qualifies as First Nations, Inuit, Métis, Chiefs and Band Councils, Tribal Councils, or Indigenous organization

Contact the Indigenous Justice Program

Contact the Indigenous Justice Program via email to express your interest
Discuss your proposed engagement activity or initiative
Request guidance regarding the funding proposal process

Additional information

The Indigenous Engagement Fund is currently not accepting applications.
Preference for funding may be influenced by the need for geographic representation across Canada.

Apply to this program

Frequently Asked Questions about the Indigenous Justice Program - Indigenous Engagement Fund Program

Here are answers to the most common questions about the Indigenous Justice Program - Indigenous Engagement Fund. 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.