Services
Expertises
Resources
Who we are
Contact us
FR
Indigenous Reconciliation Initiative - Cultural Stream - Alberta - Canada
Closed
Source verified June 27, 2026

Indigenous Reconciliation Initiative - Cultural Stream

Flexible funding for Indigenous cultural revitalization
Offered by
Government of Alberta
Official source: alberta.ca
Funding available
$ 100,000
Deadline
September 15, 2025
Location
Alberta, Canada
Who can apply

First Nations

See full eligibility

Overview

Provides up to $100,000 for Indigenous cultural revitalization projects in Alberta. Supports initiatives that enhance, protect, or revitalize Indigenous languages, heritage, cultures, and arts.
Find open grants for your business
Explore open funding programs that match your business and project.

At a glance

Funding available

Financing goals
  • Increase social or community impact
  • Develop strategic partnerships
  • Raise awareness or mobilize a population
Eligible Funding
  • Maximum amount : 100,000 $
Funds Providers

Eligible candidates

Eligible Industries
  • All industries
Location
  • Alberta
Legal structures
  • Non-profit
Annual revenue
  • All revenue ranges
Organisation size
  • All organization sizes
Audience
  • All groups
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

  • Community-led reconciliation activities and events.
  • Indigenous language revitalization projects.
  • Cultural teachings, workshops, and land-based learning programming.
  • Traditional arts, crafts, and cultural skill development.
  • Community research, including oral histories and archival work.

Documents Needed

  • Completed and signed grant application form.
  • Project proposal with planned activities and outcomes.
  • Evidence of community support.
  • Application for Electronic Payment form and banking documents.
  • Any additional supporting documents such as letters of support or resumes.

Official resources

Official page

Indigenous Reconciliation Initiative - Cultural Stream

Program guide

Indigenous (2024)

Indigenous Reconciliation Initiative - Cultural Stream (IRI-CS) (2026)

Indigenous Reconciliation Initiative Cultural Stream (IRI-CS) application guidelines

Application form

Indigenous Reconciliation Initiative Cultural Stream Application

Eligibility

Who is eligible?

  • First Nations
  • Métis Settlements and the Métis Settlements General Council
  • Métis Nation of Alberta
  • Aseniwuche Winewak Nation
  • Tribal Councils, Treaty Organizations, Friendship Centres, and Indigenous non-profit organizations

Who is not eligible

  • Non-Indigenous organizations applying on their own.

Eligible expenses

  • Honoraria or fees for Elders, Knowledge Keepers, artists, facilitators, and cultural advisors.
  • Cultural protocol and ceremony costs.
  • Project coordination, research, documentation, and reporting costs.
  • Venue rental, supplies, materials, food, and refreshments for cultural activities.
  • Recording, transcription, translation, digitization, archival, evaluation, and administrative costs.

Ineligible Costs and Activities

  • Operating costs such as rent, salaries, utilities, phone, and internet.
  • Capital expenditures and start-up costs.
  • Technology purchases and contingency costs.
  • Prize money.
  • Services that are normally provided without charge.

Eligible geographic areas

  • Alberta

Selection criteria

  • Alignment with Indigenous language, culture, heritage, and arts revitalization.
  • Strength of cultural outcomes and community benefit.
  • Completeness of the application and supporting documentation.
  • Suitability with the program’s priorities.

How to apply

  • Step 1: Read the guidelines
    • Review the program rules and confirm your project fits the stream.
  • Step 2: Prepare the application package
    • Complete and sign the application form.
    • Include the project proposal, community support evidence, and electronic payment form with banking documents.
  • Step 3: Submit by email
    • Email the completed package to IR.Reconciliation@gov.ab.ca.
    • Send the application before the deadline.

Processing and Agreement

  • Applications are first reviewed for completeness and sufficient information.
  • A full assessment is then completed to confirm eligibility and suitability.
  • The program may request additional information or clarification.
  • Applicants are notified by email of the final decision.
  • Approved applicants must sign a formal funding agreement before funding is released.

Additional information

  • Applicants must comply with previous Indigenous Relations funding terms.
  • The program may be combined with other government funding.
  • Successful applicants must sign a formal funding agreement.
  • Reporting on activities and financials is required after approval.

Other components of this program

Explore related funding streams and grants that belong to the same program.

Frequently Asked Questions about the Indigenous Reconciliation Initiative - Cultural Stream Program

What is the Indigenous Reconciliation Initiative - Cultural Stream?

Provides up to $100,000 for Indigenous cultural revitalization projects in Alberta. Supports initiatives that enhance, protect, or revitalize Indigenous languages, heritage, cultures, and arts.

How much funding can be received?

Indigenous Reconciliation Initiative - Cultural Stream Funds up to $100,000 of admissible expenses.

Who is eligible for the Indigenous Reconciliation Initiative - Cultural Stream program?

To be eligible for the Indigenous Reconciliation Initiative - Cultural Stream program, you must: Indigenous community or organization in Alberta Indigenous-led governance and staffing In compliance with previous funding terms

What expenses are eligible under Indigenous Reconciliation Initiative - Cultural Stream?

Community-led reconciliation activities and events. Indigenous language revitalization projects. Cultural teachings, workshops, and land-based learning programming. Traditional arts, crafts, and cultural skill development. Community research, including oral histories and archival work.

Where is the Indigenous Reconciliation Initiative - Cultural Stream available?

The Indigenous Reconciliation Initiative - Cultural Stream program is available the province of Alberta.

Is the Indigenous Reconciliation Initiative - Cultural Stream a grant, loan, or tax credit?

Indigenous Reconciliation Initiative - Cultural Stream is a Grant and Funding

Who are the financial supporters of the Indigenous Reconciliation Initiative - Cultural Stream?

Indigenous Reconciliation Initiative - Cultural Stream is funded by Government of Alberta, Alberta Municipal Affairs