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Indigenous Justice Program - Indigenous Engagement Fund

Supports Indigenous participation in justice system engagement activities
Department of Justice Canada (JUS)
Last Update: March 4, 2026
Funding available
No Condition
Timeline
  • Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
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.
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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
  • 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

Next steps

1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility

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.

Eligibility

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.

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.

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.

What is the Indigenous Justice Program - Indigenous Engagement Fund?

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.

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

What expenses are eligible under Indigenous Justice Program - Indigenous Engagement Fund?

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.

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

You can contact Department of Justice Canada (JUS).

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

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

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

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)

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