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Indigenous Languages Program - Northern Aboriginal Broadcasting

Supports Indigenous radio and television production in Northern Canada
Canadian Heritage (PCH)
Last Update: March 4, 2026
Funding available
$ 2,500,000
Timeline
  • Open Date : September 2, 2025
  • Closing date : October 3, 2025
Location
Canada

Overview

The Northern Aboriginal Broadcasting component of the Indigenous Languages Program provides up to $2,500,000 per year to support the production and distribution of Indigenous radio and television programming in Northern Canada. Eligible activities include projects that contribute to the preservation, promotion, and revitalization of Indigenous languages through culturally relevant broadcast content and participation in media initiatives.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.

At a glance

Funding available

Financing goals
  • Increase performance through digital transformation
  • Increase social or community impact
  • Improve governance or administrative structure
Eligible Funding
  • Maximum amount : 2,500,000 $
  • Up to 100% of project cost
Timeline
  • Open Date : September 2, 2025
  • Closing date : October 3, 2025

Eligible candidates

Eligible Industries
  • Information and cultural industries
Location
  • Canada
Legal structures
  • Non-profit
  • Public or Parapublic institution
Annual revenue
  • All revenue ranges
Organisation size
  • All organization sizes
Audience
  • Indigenous Peoples
  • Rural or Northern Residents
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
  • All industries
Target groups
  • All the groups
Revenue structures
  • All structures
Scope
  • All dimensions

Next steps

1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility

Activities funded

  • Production of culturally relevant Indigenous radio and television content that contributes to the preservation, promotion, and revitalization of Indigenous languages.
  • Development and distribution of audio and video programming for Northern Indigenous communities.
  • Facilitation and maintenance of broadcasting and media production facilities that serve Indigenous populations north of the Hamelin Line.
  • Projects enabling Northern Indigenous participation in activities and developments relevant to their communities through broadcast media.
  • Initiatives that provide platforms for Indigenous audiences to address and discuss issues of community importance via radio or television.

Eligibility

Who is eligible?

  • Incorporated Indigenous not-for-profit organizations
  • Indigenous governments and their delegated authorities (such as councils, community groups, or peoples holding rights recognized under section 35 of the Constitution Act, 1982)
  • In exceptional cases, non-Indigenous not-for-profit organizations working in partnership with Indigenous organizations or Indigenous advisory committees (where Indigenous organizations do not exist)

Who is not eligible

  • Companies that have not received funding from the Northern Aboriginal Broadcasting component in 2025-2026.
  • Organizations that are not incorporated Indigenous not-for-profits or Indigenous governments (except in exceptional circumstances for some non-Indigenous not-for-profits).
  • Organizations that do not provide broadcast communications north of the Hamelin Line (55th parallel).

Eligible expenses

  • Salaries and employee benefits directly linked to project delivery.
  • Training directly related to the implementation of project activities.
  • Rental and utilities costs for facilities needed specifically for the project.
  • Equipment rental, servicing, or purchase required for the project.
  • Project supplies and resource materials.
  • Photocopying, printing, and translation costs directly related to project activities.
  • Communications expenses tied to project activities.
  • Honoraria for Elders and professional service or consulting fees directly linked to the project.
  • Travel within Canada related to the project (according to the National Joint Council’s Travel Directive).
  • Insurance costs directly associated with project activities.
  • Meetings expenses related to project execution.
  • Purchase or refurbishment of transmitter systems and receiving equipment.
  • Installation, engineering, and shipping costs necessary for project completion.
  • Satellite leasing fees for broadcasting purposes.
  • Costs related to new and emerging communication technologies, including hardware and software purchase or upgrades.
  • Administration costs (up to 15% of total approved funding), such as office supplies, rent, bookkeeping, legal, audit, translation, and related expenses.

Eligible geographic areas

  • Organizations providing broadcast communications north of the Hamelin Line (55th parallel), which defines the Canadian North for policy purposes.

Additional information

  • Applicants are encouraged to seek additional sources of funding, including support from private sector or other government levels.
  • In-kind contributions are accepted but are not reimbursable and must be documented at fair market value.
  • The program is competitive and the demand for funding typically exceeds the available budget.
  • Recipients must keep all relevant project records for five years for possible auditing purposes.

Contacts

ran-nab@pch.gc.ca
1-866-811-0055

Frequently Asked Questions about the Indigenous Languages Program - Northern Aboriginal Broadcasting Program

Here are answers to the most common questions about the Indigenous Languages Program - Northern Aboriginal Broadcasting. 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 Languages Program - Northern Aboriginal Broadcasting?

The Northern Aboriginal Broadcasting component of the Indigenous Languages Program provides up to $2,500,000 per year to support the production and distribution of Indigenous radio and television programming in Northern Canada. Eligible activities include projects that contribute to the preservation, promotion, and revitalization of Indigenous languages through culturally relevant broadcast content and participation in media initiatives.

How much funding can be received?

Indigenous Languages Program - Northern Aboriginal Broadcasting Funds up to 100% of admissible expenses, capped at $2,500,000 per project.

What is the deadline to apply?

The application deadline for this grant program was October 3, 2025.

Who is eligible for the Indigenous Languages Program - Northern Aboriginal Broadcasting program?

To be eligible for the Indigenous Languages Program - Northern Aboriginal Broadcasting program, you must: Must have received funding from the Northern Aboriginal Broadcasting component in 2025-2026. Must be an incorporated Indigenous not-for-profit organization or Indigenous government (or, in exceptional cases, a non-Indigenous not-for-profit partnering with Indigenous organizations where none exist). Must provide broadcast communications north of the Hamelin Line (55th parallel).

What expenses are eligible under Indigenous Languages Program - Northern Aboriginal Broadcasting?

Production of culturally relevant Indigenous radio and television content that contributes to the preservation, promotion, and revitalization of Indigenous languages. Development and distribution of audio and video programming for Northern Indigenous communities. Facilitation and maintenance of broadcasting and media production facilities that serve Indigenous populations north of the Hamelin Line. Projects enabling Northern Indigenous participation in activities and developments relevant to their communities through broadcast media. Initiatives that provide platforms for Indigenous audiences to address and discuss issues of community importance via radio or television.

Who can I contact for more information about the Indigenous Languages Program - Northern Aboriginal Broadcasting?

You can contact Canadian Heritage (PCH) by email at ran-nab@pch.gc.ca or by phone at 1-866-811-0055.

Where is the Indigenous Languages Program - Northern Aboriginal Broadcasting available?

The Indigenous Languages Program - Northern Aboriginal Broadcasting program is available across Canada.

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