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Indigenous Labour Market Fund
Funding for Indigenous employment and labour market initiatives
Last Update: May 15, 2026
Funding available
$ 250,000
Timeline
- Closing date : December 1, 2024
Location
British Columbia, Canada
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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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 : 250,000 $
- Up to 100% of project cost
Timeline
- Closing date : December 1, 2024
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- British Columbia
Legal structures
- Non-profit
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
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
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
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
- Existing 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
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.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Indigenous Labour Market Fund Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Indigenous Labour Market 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 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 100% of admissible expenses, capped at $250,000 per project.
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).
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