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Indigenous Languages Program - Indigenous Languages Component - Inuit Language Funding Model
Last Update: March 4, 2026
Quebec, Canada
Supports Inuit organizations advancing Indigenous language priorities
Grant and Funding
Overview
The Inuit Language Funding Model under the Indigenous Languages Component provides multi-year grants to support Inuit Land Claim Organizations in the maintenance, revitalization, and reclamation of Inuktut. The program funds activities based on self-determined language priorities, but no maximum funding amount is specified.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increasing community impact
- Develop strategic partnerships
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Timeline
- Open continuously
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Information and cultural industries
- Educational services
Location
- Nord-du-Québec
- Quebec
Legal structures
- Non-profit
- Public or Parapublic institution
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Indigenous Peoples
- Language Minorities
- Rural or Northern Residents
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- All industries
Target groups
- All the groups
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- All dimensions
Activities funded
- Development and implementation of programs and services that support the maintenance, revitalization, and reclamation of Inuktut languages in Inuit communities.
Eligibility
- The applicant must be one of the four Inuit Land Claim Organizations: Inuvialuit Regional Corporation, Makivvik, Nunatsiavut Government, or Nunavut Tunngavik Incorporated.
- The project must focus on Inuktut language maintenance, revitalization, or reclamation.
- The applicant must submit a 5-year work plan as part of the application.
Who is eligible?
- Inuitive Land Claim Organizations representing Inuit regions
- Inuit organizations collaborating with the 4 Inuit Land Claim Organizations
Eligible geographic areas
- Inuvialuit Settlement Region, Northwest Territories
- Nunavik, Quebec
- Nunatsiavut, Newfoundland and Labrador
- Nunavut
How to apply
- Step 1: Contact the Appropriate Land Claim Organization
- Identify which of the four Inuit Land Claim Organizations is relevant to your region or organization (Inuvialuit Regional Corporation, Makivvik, Nunatsiavut Government, or Nunavut Tunngavik Incorporated).
- Reach out to the selected organization using the provided contact email to express your interest in funding for Inuktut maintenance, revitalization, or reclamation.
- Step 2: Collaborate on Funding Proposal
- Work with your Land Claim Organization to discuss partnership opportunities and funding mechanisms according to your region's priorities.
- Participate in developing or contributing to a 5-year work plan as required under the funding model.
- Step 3: Submit Funding Request Through Land Claim Organization
- Ensure all required information and contributions are included as defined in the process established by the Land Claim Organization.
- The Land Claim Organization will submit the formal application and funding request to the Department of Canadian Heritage as part of their multi-year plan.
- Step 4: Follow Up and Support
- Maintain contact with your Land Claim Organization throughout the process for updates and feedback.
- For general inquiries or assistance, contact the Indigenous Languages and Cultures Program via email at autochtone-indigenous@pch.gc.ca or by phone at 819-934-1405 / 1-866-811-0055.
Additional information
- The funding model introduces a multi-year approach, allowing for five-year work plans to enhance predictability and flexibility for recipients.
- Individual Inuit regions have the authority to determine their own partnerships and mechanisms for funding language initiatives.
- Guides are available for the public acknowledgement of financial support from Canadian Heritage.
- Agents are available to assist applicants from Monday to Friday, between 8:30 am and 5 pm (ET).
Contacts
autochtone-indigenous@pch.gc.ca
819-934-1405
