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Indigenous Labour Market Fund - British Columbia - Canada
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Source verified July 23, 2026

Indigenous Labour Market Fund

Funding for Indigenous employment and labour market initiatives
Offered by
New Relationship Trust (NRT)
Official source: newrelationshiptrust.ca

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Latest source update
Last Update: September 16, 2026
Latest change: The Indigenous Labour Market Fund application deadline moved up to September 23, 2026 at 11:59 p.m.
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Application closes early
The Indigenous Labour Market Fund application close date changed from March 31, 2027 to September 23, 2026 at 11:59 p.m. The page now shows the intake closing earlier than previously stated.
Funding available
$ 250,000
Deadline
Unspecified
Location
British Columbia, Canada
Who can apply

B.C. First Nations communities or entities under their control

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Overview

This program provides funding to support Indigenous communities in B.C. with labour market and employment initiatives. It funds labour market studies, cultural training supports, and career or job fairs, with maximum amounts of up to $250,000 depending on the stream.
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At a glance

Funding available

Financing goals
  • Increase social or community impact
  • Improve governance or administrative structure
  • Develop strategic partnerships
Eligible Funding
  • Maximum amount : 250,000 $
Funds Providers

Eligible candidates

Eligible Industries
  • All industries
Location
  • British Columbia
Legal structures
  • Non-profit
Annual revenue
  • All revenue ranges
Organisation size
  • All organization sizes
Audience
  • Indigenous Peoples
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
  • Economic, Social and Community Development
Target groups
  • All the groups
Revenue structures
  • All structures
Scope
  • Provincial

Next Steps

1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility

Availability timeline

2026
Periods: 2

Activities funded

  • Creating or updating labour market plans and studies
  • Developing cultural training programs for employers
  • Hosting career and job fairs
  • Community-based workforce engagement and knowledge-sharing activities

Documents Needed

  • Completed application form
  • Project description and stream selection
  • Standard final report template

Official resources

Official page

Indigenous Labour Market Fund

Supporting document

NRT Final Report Template October 2024

Eligibility

Who is eligible?

  • B.C. First Nations communities or entities under their control
  • Tribal Councils
  • ISET offices
  • Métis Nation Government of B.C. and chartered communities
  • Indigenous-owned organizations controlled by Indigenous communities

Who is not eligible

  • Organizations not under Indigenous control or ownership
  • Applicants whose work duplicates existing WorkBC or ISET services
  • Organizations seeking support for costs already covered by ISET or WorkBC

Eligible expenses

  • Consulting and professional fees
  • Wages or salaries for new hires
  • Community engagement, surveys, and data collection
  • Knowledge Keepers, Elders, mentorships, and speakers
  • Project supplies, materials, software, equipment, marketing, venue, catering, and transportation assistance

Ineligible Costs and Activities

  • Administrative and overhead costs
  • Salaries or honoraria for existing staff
  • Capital expenditures unrelated to the project
  • Training or services already provided by ISET or WorkBC

Eligible geographic areas

  • British Columbia

Selection criteria

  • Eligibility and completeness of the application.

How to apply

  • Access the NRT Grant Portal and create an NRT Portal Account to apply.

Processing and Agreement

  • Applications are reviewed for eligibility and completeness.
  • A funding decision is generally provided within 3 to 6 weeks after a complete application is submitted.
  • Recipients must submit a final report using the standard reporting tool.

Additional information

  • Applicants may apply to more than one stream when project components are clearly connected.
  • A final report is required using the program’s standard reporting tool.
  • Applications are reviewed for eligibility and completeness before a decision is made.

Contacts

LMF@nrtf.ca

Frequently Asked Questions about the Indigenous Labour Market Fund Program

What is the Indigenous Labour Market Fund?

This program provides funding to support Indigenous communities in B.C. with labour market and employment initiatives. It funds labour market studies, cultural training supports, and career or job fairs, with maximum amounts of up to $250,000 depending on the stream.

How much funding can be received?

Indigenous Labour Market Fund Funds up to $250,000 of admissible expenses.

Who is eligible for the Indigenous Labour Market Fund program?

To be eligible for the Indigenous Labour Market Fund program, you must: Eligible Indigenous applicant in B.C. Project supports employment outcomes Project complements existing services

What expenses are eligible under Indigenous Labour Market Fund?

Creating or updating labour market plans and studies Developing cultural training programs for employers Hosting career and job fairs Community-based workforce engagement and knowledge-sharing activities

Who can I contact for more information about the Indigenous Labour Market Fund?

You can contact New Relationship Trust (NRT) by email at LMF@nrtf.ca.

Where is the Indigenous Labour Market Fund available?

The Indigenous Labour Market Fund program is available the province of British Columbia.

Is the Indigenous Labour Market Fund a grant, loan, or tax credit?

Indigenous Labour Market Fund is a Grant and Funding