Closed
Last Update: April 29, 2026
Funding available
$ 20,000
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Canada
Overview
This program provides support for Indigenous intervenors in legal challenges, with funding capped at $20,000 per intervention. It supports interventions aligned with Indigenous rights, governance, access to justice, and environmental protection.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Improve governance or administrative structure
- Implement environmental initiatives
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 20,000 $
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Public administration
Location
- Canada
Legal structures
- Non-profit
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Indigenous Peoples
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Law and Legal Services
- Environment
- Civic and Advocacy Organizations
Target groups
- Indigenous peoples
Revenue structures
- 100% donations / grants
Scope
- National
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Intervening in legal challenges brought by other parties.
- Supporting court interventions on Indigenous rights, governance, or environmental matters.
Documents Needed
- Completed application form
- Section 1 completed by the applicant
- Section 2 completed by legal counsel
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Indigenous Nations governed under traditional governance
- Indian Act bands
- Indigenous groups and organizations
- Indigenous PTOs and other Indigenous representative bodies
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed by RAVEN’s Advisory Panel.
- The Advisory Panel makes a recommendation to the Board of Directors.
- The Board of Directors makes the final funding decision.
- Applicants are notified once a decision is made.
Additional information
- The application requires input from legal counsel.
- Applicants are asked to explain how they are impacted by the case.
- The form asks whether other Indigenous intervenors are involved.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Intervenor Fund Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Intervenor Fund. 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 Intervenor Fund?
This program provides support for Indigenous intervenors in legal challenges, with funding capped at $20,000 per intervention. It supports interventions aligned with Indigenous rights, governance, access to justice, and environmental protection.
How much funding can be received?
Intervenor Fund Funds up to $20,000 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Intervenor Fund program?
To be eligible for the Intervenor Fund program, you must:
Indigenous-focused mandate
Legal intervention in a case
Strategic community impact
What expenses are eligible under Intervenor Fund?
Intervening in legal challenges brought by other parties.
Supporting court interventions on Indigenous rights, governance, or environmental matters.
Who can I contact for more information about the Intervenor Fund?
You can contact RAVEN Trust (RAVEN) by email at info@raventrust.com or by phone at 250-383-2331.
Where is the Intervenor Fund available?
The Intervenor Fund program is available across Canada.
Who are the financial supporters of the Intervenor Fund?
Intervenor Fund is funded by RAVEN Trust (RAVEN)