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The Low Carbon Economy Fund — Indigenous Leadership Fund

Funding for Indigenous clean energy projects

Offered by
Environment and Climate Change Canada (ECCC)
Official source: canada.ca

Record updated

Funding available
$ 6,000,000
Deadline
Open continuously
Location
Yukon, Canada
Who can apply
First Nations governments, communities, and organizations
See full eligibility

Overview

The Indigenous Leadership Fund provides up to $180 million by 2029 to support climate action led by Indigenous peoples. It funds Indigenous-owned and led renewable energy, energy efficiency, and low-carbon heating projects.

At a glance

Funding available

Maximum funding
$6,000,000
Financing goals
  • Develop strategic partnerships
  • Increase social or community impact
  • Implement environmental initiatives
  • Optimize production processes
  • Reduce environmental footprint

Eligible candidates

Location
  • Yukon
Eligible Industries
All industries
Annual revenue
All revenue ranges
Organisation size
All organization sizes
Audience
  • Indigenous Peoples
Legal structures
Non-profit, Public or Parapublic institution, For-profit business
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
Environment
Target groups
Indigenous peoples, Rural / Remote communities, Business owners / entrepreneurs, Nonprofits / charities, Academia / students, Community leaders
Scope
Local, Regional, Provincial, National

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Availability timeline

2026
Periods: 1

Latest changes

Indigenous Leadership Fund eligibility and contact details updated

The grant page now emphasizes new eligibility wording, application guidance, and updated contact details for the Indigenous Leadership Fund.

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The grant content appears to have been updated with revised eligibility language that focuses on Indigenous-owned and Indigenous-led projects ready for deployment or construction. The page also adds clearer contact information and reorganizes the application guidance and navigation around provinces, funding types, and service areas.

Official source: canada.ca
April 18, 2026

Eligibility

Who is eligible?

  • First Nations governments, communities, and organizations
  • Inuit land claim organizations
  • Métis governments
  • Other Indigenous governments, communities, and organizations
  • Indigenous-owned businesses, corporations, and non-profits

Eligible geographic areas

  • Canada
  • Yukon

Activities funded

  • Renewable energy projects
  • Energy efficiency projects
  • Low-carbon heating projects

How to apply

  • Step 1: Confirm stream eligibility
    • Check whether the project fits the appropriate funding stream.
    • Review the Expression of Interest requirements.
  • Step 2: Submit an Expression of Interest
    • Request the form by email from Environment and Climate Change Canada.
    • Send the completed form for an initial eligibility check.
  • Step 3: Receive application package
    • If eligible in principle, the application package is sent to you.
    • Prepare the formal application with the required project information.
  • Step 4: Submit formal application
    • Complete and submit the full application package.
    • Applications are reviewed on an ongoing basis.

Documents Needed

  • Expression of Interest form
  • Project proposal
  • Ownership and governance information
  • Partnership details, if applicable

Selection criteria

  • Use of proven technologies and practices.
  • Broader environmental, social, and economic benefits.
  • Contribution to 2030 emissions reduction.
  • Alignment with Canada’s net-zero goals for 2050.

Processing and Agreement

  • Applications are reviewed on an ongoing basis.
  • Eligibility is first assessed through an Expression of Interest.
  • Eligible applicants receive an application package for the formal process.
  • Applicants will be contacted directly on the status of submitted applications.

Additional information

  • First Nations, Inuit, and Designated streams are currently closed to new applications.
  • Applications are reviewed on an ongoing basis until funding is allocated.
  • Non-Indigenous partner proposals must disclose ownership and governance arrangements clearly.

Contacts

LeadershipAutochtoneFEFEC-IndigenousLeadershipLCEF@ec.gc.ca

Official sources

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Frequently Asked Questions about the The Low Carbon Economy Fund — Indigenous Leadership Fund Program

What is the The Low Carbon Economy Fund — Indigenous Leadership Fund?

The Indigenous Leadership Fund provides up to $180 million by 2029 to support climate action led by Indigenous peoples. It funds Indigenous-owned and led renewable energy, energy efficiency, and low-carbon heating projects.

How much funding can be received?

The Low Carbon Economy Fund — Indigenous Leadership Fund Funds up to $6,000,000 of admissible expenses.

What is the deadline to apply?

The program is accepting continuous intake

Who is eligible for the The Low Carbon Economy Fund — Indigenous Leadership Fund program?

To be eligible for the The Low Carbon Economy Fund — Indigenous Leadership Fund program, you must: Indigenous-owned and led Ready for deployment or construction Clean energy or efficiency project

Who can I contact for more information about the The Low Carbon Economy Fund — Indigenous Leadership Fund?

You can contact Environment and Climate Change Canada (ECCC) by email at LeadershipAutochtoneFEFEC-IndigenousLeadershipLCEF@ec.gc.ca.

Where is the The Low Carbon Economy Fund — Indigenous Leadership Fund available?

The The Low Carbon Economy Fund — Indigenous Leadership Fund program is available the province of Yukon.

Is the The Low Carbon Economy Fund — Indigenous Leadership Fund a grant, loan, or tax credit?

The Low Carbon Economy Fund — Indigenous Leadership Fund is a Grant and Funding