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Indigenous Youth

Q: How much funding can be received?

Indigenous Youth Funds up to 10% of admissible expenses, capped at $50,000 per project.

Q: Who can I contact for more information about the Indigenous Youth?

You can contact The Peter Gilgan Foundation (PGF).

Q: Where is the Indigenous Youth available?

The Indigenous Youth program is available the province of Quebec.

Q: Who are the financial supporters of the Indigenous Youth?

Indigenous Youth is funded by The Peter Gilgan Foundation (PGF)

Last Update: February 4, 2026

QC, Canada

Financial support for Indigenous-led youth programs in health and development

Grant and Funding

The Peter Gilgan Foundation

Processing And Agreement

At a glance

Funding available

Financing goals

Increasing community impact

Strengthening governance

Develop strategic partnerships

Eligible Funding

Maximum amount : 50,000 $
Up to 10% of project cost

Timeline

Unspecified

Eligible candidates

Eligible Industries

All industries

Location

Quebec

Legal structures

Non-profit

Annual revenue

$ 5 maximum revenue

Organisation size

All organization sizes

Audience

All groups

Non-profit candidates

Sector of operation

Environment

Target groups

All the groups

Revenue structures

100% donations / grants

Scope

Provincial

Overview

The program emphasizes supporting holistic development activities, including housing, health, education, economic capacity, and food sovereignty. Eligible organizations include registered charities, qualified donees, and nonprofit entities with annual revenues below $5 million, aiming to serve Indigenous communities effectively.

Activities funded

Developing safe and supportive housing or spaces for Indigenous youth
Providing health and healing services or programs
Conducting educational and knowledge-sharing initiatives
Supporting economic capacity-building and employment projects
Implementing food security and sovereignty activities

Examples of admissible projects:

Establishing a community space to support Indigenous youth development

Eligibility

Who is eligible?

Indigenous-led organizations and nonprofits
Registered charities and qualified donees
Organizations with annual revenues below $5 million

Who is not eligible

Organizations not recognized as Indigenous-led or authorized to operate on Indigenous territories
Organizations with annual revenues exceeding $5 million

Ineligible Costs and Activities

Eligible geographic areas

Canada

Selection criteria

Alignment of project with Indigenous community needs
Potential positive impact on Indigenous youth
Organizational capacity to execute the project
Cost-effectiveness and sustainability of the project
Innovation and originality of proposed activities

How to apply

Create an account on the online application portalComplete the application form with project details and financial informationAttach requested documents to support your applicationReview all entries and submit the application onlineAwait notification within approximately 8 to 12 weeks after submission

Processing and Agreement

Apply to this program

Frequently Asked Questions about the Indigenous Youth Program

Here are answers to the most common questions about the Indigenous Youth. 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 Youth?

This program offers financial assistance to Indigenous-led organizations, supporting initiatives that promote the health, education, and economic empowerment of Indigenous youth. The maximum funding amount is $50,000, with the goal of reducing barriers and creating opportunities across Canada. The program emphasizes supporting holistic development activities, including housing, health, education, economic capacity, and food sovereignty. Eligible organizations include registered charities, qualified donees, and nonprofit entities with annual revenues below $5 million, aiming to serve Indigenous communities effectively.