Indigenous Languages and Cultures Program — Northern Aboriginal Broadcasting
Canada
Funding for Indigenous audio and video content
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grant_single|eligibleFinancing
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- grant_single|timelineUnspecified
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Grant and Funding
grant_single|eligibleIndustries
- Information and cultural industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
grant_single|grantors
- Canadian Heritage
- Government of Canada
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grant_card_status|closed
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Get 100% of eligible expenses or $2,500,000 per fiscal year for radio and/or television production activities that preserve and promote Indigenous languages and cultures, and allow for Northern Indigenous peoples to participate in activities related to th
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Eligible projects for the Northern Aboriginal Broadcasting grant include radio and/or television production activities that contribute to the preservation, promotion, and revitalization of Indigenous languages and cultures, as well as facilitate Northern Indigenous participation in North-related activities.
- Production of culturally relevant Indigenous programming
- Establishment and maintenance of production facilities
- Availability of radio and television programming
- Contribution to the protection and enhancement of Indigenous languages and cultures
- Articulation of issues relevant to Indigenous audiences and communities
grant_single|admissibleProjectsExample
$500,000
Yellowknife
Produce a television series promoting Inuit culture in Yellowknife.
$280,000
Iqaluit
Create Indigenous language radio segments in Iqaluit.
$500,000
Whitehorse
Establish a media production facility in Whitehorse.
$300,000
Rankin Inlet
Launch a weekly television program in Inuktitut in Rankin Inlet.
$140,000
Chisasibi
Develop a podcast series to promote Cree language in Chisasibi.
$500,000
Kuujjuaq
Create a documentary series on Indigenous languages in Kuujjuaq.
grant_single_labels|admissibility
Eligibility criteria for this grant include being an incorporated Indigenous not-for-profit organization, an Indigenous government or equivalent organization, an Indigenous community group with ad-hoc committees, or in exceptional circumstances, a non-Indigenous organization partnered with Indigenous groups. Applicants must also provide broadcast communications north of the Hamelin Line.
- Must be an incorporated Indigenous not-for-profit organization, Indigenous government, community group with ad-hoc committees, or non-Indigenous organization in partnership with Indigenous groups
- Must provide broadcast communications north of the Hamelin Line defined at the 55th parallel
grant_eligibility_criteria|who_can_apply
Eligible types of organizations for this grant include incorporated Indigenous not-for-profit organizations, Indigenous governments, Indigenous community groups with ad-hoc committees, and in exceptional circumstances, non-Indigenous not-for-profit organizations working in partnership with Indigenous organizations.
- Incorporated Indigenous not-for-profit organizations
- Indigenous governments and equivalent organizations
- Indigenous community groups with ad-hoc committees
- Non-Indigenous not-for-profit organizations in partnership with Indigenous organizations
grant_eligibility_criteria|who_cannot_apply
There are specific types of companies that are not eligible for this grant. They include:
- For-profit organizations
- Non-Indigenous not-for-profit organizations not working in partnership with Indigenous groups
- Companies without a focus on Indigenous languages and cultures
grant_eligibility_criteria|eligible_expenses
There are eligible expenses for this grant. Eligible expenses include salaries, training, rental/utilities costs, equipment purchase, project supplies, travel, insurance, meetings, satellite leasing, and administration costs.
- Salaries and employee benefits
- Training
- Rental/utilities costs
- Equipment rental/service/purchase
- Project supplies and resource materials
- Travel within Canada
- Insurance
- Meetings
- Satellite leasing costs
- Administration costs
grant_eligibility_criteria|zone
Based on the guidelines provided, the eligible geographic area for this grant is north of the Hamelin Line, which is drawn at the 55th parallel and defines the Canadian North for purposes of policy.
- Geographic area: North of the Hamelin Line (55th parallel)
grant_single_labels|criteria
The evaluation and selection criteria for this grant are as follows:
- Production and broadcast of new content in an Indigenous language that reaches north of the Hamelin Line (55th parallel).
- Number of Indigenous languages included in the programming.
- Organizational capacity.
grant_single_labels|register
- Step 1: Read the Application Guidelines in their entirety before completing your application.
- Step 2: Contact the Northern Aboriginal Broadcasting component to receive your application package.
- Step 3: Ensure you meet all eligibility requirements and submit a complete application package, including the General Application Form, a budget for each fiscal year, and required supporting documents.
- Step 4: Complete, sign, and date the General Application Form and attach all necessary supporting documents.
- Step 5: Submit your application package electronically to ran-nab@pch.gc.ca before the application deadline.
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Northern Aboriginal Broadcasting Grant Summary
A grant program that supports the production and distribution of culturally relevant Indigenous radio and television programming in the North, focusing on preserving Indigenous languages and cultures.
Detailed Explanation of the Northern Aboriginal Broadcasting Grant
The Northern Aboriginal Broadcasting (NAB) grant aims to promote the production of Indigenous programming, establish production facilities, ensure availability of diverse radio and television content, protect Indigenous languages and cultures, and address issues relevant to Indigenous audiences. Eligible projects include activities that contribute to language and culture preservation, with funding available for expenses like salaries, training, equipment, and travel. Funding decisions are based on clear project objectives, organizational capacity, and content reach north of the defined Hamelin Line, among other criteria.
Applicants must meet specific eligibility criteria, submit detailed budget plans, and adhere to funding conditions throughout the project duration. Provisions for workplace well-being, official languages requirements, acknowledgment of financial support, and compliance with relevant acts are outlined. The grant program emphasizes accountability, transparency, and impact assessment, with audits and evaluations conducted to ensure project success and contribution toward Indigenous cultural revitalization.
