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Indigenous Youth & Community Futures Fund (IYCFF)

Q: How much funding can be received?

Indigenous Youth & Community Futures Fund (IYCFF) Funds up to 30000% of admissible expenses.

Q: What is the deadline to apply?

The deadline to apply is not specified.

Q: Is the Indigenous Youth & Community Futures Fund (IYCFF) a grant, loan, or tax credit?

Indigenous Youth & Community Futures Fund (IYCFF) is a undefined

Q: Who are the financial supporters of the Indigenous Youth & Community Futures Fund (IYCFF)?

Indigenous Youth & Community Futures Fund (IYCFF) is funded by Laidlaw Foundation

Q: Who is eligible for the Indigenous Youth & Community Futures Fund (IYCFF) program?

To be eligible for the Indigenous Youth & Community Futures Fund (IYCFF) program, you must: Youth-led Indigenous groups in Ontario.

Q: Who can I contact for more information about the Indigenous Youth & Community Futures Fund (IYCFF)?

You can contact Laidlaw Foundation by email at abernard@laidlawfdn.org.

Q: Where is the Indigenous Youth & Community Futures Fund (IYCFF) available?

The Indigenous Youth & Community Futures Fund (IYCFF) program is available the province of Quebec.

Last Update: February 4, 2026

QC, Canada

Supports Indigenous youth-led projects in land, culture, and environmental communities.

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At a glance

Funding available

Financing goals

No objectives are currently available

Eligible Funding

Maximum amount : 30,000 $

Timeline

Closing date : March 6, 2025

Eligible candidates

Eligible Industries

All industries

Location

Quebec

Legal structures

Non-profit

Annual revenue

All revenue ranges

Organisation size

2 employees minimum

Audience

All groups

Non-profit candidates

Sector of operation

Environment

Target groups

All the groups

Revenue structures

100% donations / grants

Scope

Provincial

Overview

Through targeted support, the program encourages Indigenous youth to participate actively in acts of resurgence, cultural reclamation, and environmental care. Projects may include workshops, cultural festivals, land-based education initiatives, water conservation activities, and language revival programs, all led or co-led by Indigenous youth groups. The fund aims to strengthen community bonds, protect Indigenous languages, and support ecological sustainability, emphasizing the importance of Indigenous knowledge systems in addressing contemporary environmental and social challenges.

Activities funded

Implementing land and language-based workshops.
Organizing cultural reclamation and storytelling events.
Conducting environmental activities focused on land and water conservation.
Developing educational programs on Indigenous rights and laws.
Fostering cross-community relationships among Indigenous nations.

Examples of admissible projects:

$ 25,000

Creating a digital platform to showcase Indigenous storytelling traditions

Documents Needed

Project description, proof of Indigenous identity, list of project activities, budget overview, support letters from community members or elders.

Eligibility

Led by Indigenous youth (35 and under), including First Nations, Métis, Inuit, Afro-indigenous, 2SLGBTQ+, and disabled youth groups, based in Ontario.

Who is eligible?

Indigenous youth-led groups based in Ontario.
Groups with adult allies or community members in supportive roles.

Who is not eligible

Organizations not led by Indigenous youth.
Groups outside Ontario.
Projects unrelated to Indigenous cultural or environmental priorities.

Eligible expenses

Project activities supporting land, language, culture, community relationships, and environmental justice initiatives.

Ineligible Costs and Activities

Personal expenses unrelated to project activities.
Activities not aligned with Indigenous cultural or environmental goals.
Commercial ventures or profit-driven projects.
Activities outside Ontario or unrelated to Indigenous community interests.
Administrative costs exceeding funding limits.

Eligible geographic areas

Ontario

Selection criteria

Relevance of project to Indigenous culture and environmental issues.
Leadership demonstrated by Indigenous youth and community involvement.
Feasibility and clarity of project plan.
Potential community impact and sustainability of outcomes.
Innovativeness and traditional knowledge integration.

How to apply

Create an account or prepare application materials.Submit application online, by email, or postal mail.Include detailed project description and community support documentation.Await application review and decision announcement.Sign funding agreement if approved before project commencement.

Processing and Agreement

Application reviewed for eligibility and completeness.
Assessment against program criteria including community impact and leadership quality.
Notification of decisions sent to applicants.
Funding agreements signed prior to disbursement of funds.
Progress reports and final evaluations required during and after project completion.

Additional information

Applicants are encouraged to submit applications through various formats including online, email, or paper mail, especially if internet access is limited.

Contacts

abernard@laidlawfdn.org

QC, Canada

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Frequently Asked Questions about the Indigenous Youth & Community Futures Fund (IYCFF) Program

Here are answers to the most common questions about the Indigenous Youth & Community Futures Fund (IYCFF). 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 & Community Futures Fund (IYCFF)?

The Indigenous Youth & Community Futures Fund (IYCFF) provides vital financial assistance to Indigenous youth-led groups across Ontario, with a maximum allocation of $30,000 for small-scale projects. The program prioritizes initiatives that promote land connection, cultural revitalization, language learning, and environmental justice, especially in rural and remote regions. This funding aims to empower Indigenous youth to lead community-driven projects that reinforce cultural identity and foster sustainable relationships with land and water over a period of 6 to 12 months.Through targeted support, the program encourages Indigenous youth to participate actively in acts of resurgence, cultural reclamation, and environmental care. Projects may include workshops, cultural festivals, land-based education initiatives, water conservation activities, and language revival programs, all led or co-led by Indigenous youth groups. The fund aims to strengthen community bonds, protect Indigenous languages, and support ecological sustainability, emphasizing the importance of Indigenous knowledge systems in addressing contemporary environmental and social challenges.