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Nation Building
Last Update: March 4, 2026
British Columbia, Canada
Funding for First Nations self-determined nation-building projects.
Grant and Funding
Overview
This program offers financial support to promote nation-building activities, including strengthening governance and community resilience initiatives. It aims to empower First Nations and their governing bodies by providing resources that help realize their self-determined goals, fostering sustainable development and sovereignty within their communities.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
Increasing community impact
Strengthening governance
Develop strategic partnerships
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 120,000 $
- Up to 100% of project cost
Timeline
- Unspecified
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- British Columbia
Legal structures
- Non-profit
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Economic, Social and Community Development
Target groups
- All the groups
Revenue structures
- 100% donations / grants
Scope
- Provincial
Activities funded
- Developing governance and institutional capacity
- Community resilience building activities
Examples of admissible projects:
$ 100,000
Implementing a digital archive system for cultural preservation
Documents Needed
Proof of organization registration, project proposal, supporting documents demonstrating alignment with self-determined priorities.
Eligibility
Organization must be a B.C. First Nation, Tribal Council, or a development organization wholly owned and operated by a BC First Nation.
Who is eligible?
- BC First Nations
- BC Tribal Councils
- Development organizations owned by BC First Nations
Eligible expenses
Activities that support nation-building, governance, institutional, and community capacities development.Eligible geographic areas
British ColumbiaSelection criteria
- Alignment with self-determined priorities
- Community impact potential
- Feasibility of project plan
How to apply
Contact the program specialist to confirm eligibilityPrepare and submit required application documentsReview and validation by the program teamApplication assessment and decision processNotification of outcome and grant agreement signing
Additional information
Applicants are encouraged to contact the Program Specialist prior to application to confirm project eligibility.
Contacts
nationbuilding@nrtf.ca
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