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Nation Rebuilding Program
Supports nation rebuilding and capacity development
Last Update: March 6, 2026
Funding available
No Condition
Timeline
- Closing date : December 17, 2021
Location
Canada
Overview
In the last two years, organizations received about $410,000 per year on average. It supports nation rebuilding to increase nation-level capacity through activities such as engagement and consultation, governance and constitution development, capacity-building, and research.
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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
- Develop strategic partnerships
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Timeline
- Closing date : December 17, 2021
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Public administration
Location
- Canada
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
- Civic and Advocacy Organizations
Target groups
- Indigenous peoples
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- Regional
- National
Next steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Community engagement and consultation initiatives
- Nation-level capacity development training, workshops, and leadership development
- Governance development activities, including advisory committees and governance-structure gatherings
- Nation priority-setting and discussions on issues and opportunities to rebuild as a nation
- Constitution development and research/information gathering (e.g., Elder interviews, archival research)
Documents Needed
- Completed Nation Rebuilding Program Application Form (PAW #76966798)
- Details on consultant and professional services
- Authorizations from each participating community/organization (e.g., Band Council Resolutions or support letters)
- Proof of incorporation and good standing
- Disclosure statements (former public servants involvement and all prospective funding sources)
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Indigenous nations entities (self-defined and representing nation-based collectives)
- Nation member communities or member organizations (on behalf of nation entities)
- Section 35 rights-bearing Métis entities
- National and regional Indigenous organizations
- Self-governing Indigenous governments
Eligible expenses
- Consultant and professional service costs related to the initiative
- Costs associated with reporting to member communities on use of funds, activities, and results
Additional information
- Preference is given to Indigenous nations representing multiple Indigenous communities.
- The application requires disclosure of any former public servants involved (Values and Ethics Code for the Public Service).
- The application requires disclosure of all prospective funding sources, including other government funding.
- Applicants must describe how they will report back to member communities on use of funds, activities, and results.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Nation Rebuilding Program Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Nation Rebuilding Program. 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 Nation Rebuilding Program?
In the last two years, organizations received about $410,000 per year on average. It supports nation rebuilding to increase nation-level capacity through activities such as engagement and consultation, governance and constitution development, capacity-building, and research.
Who is eligible for the Nation Rebuilding Program program?
To be eligible for the Nation Rebuilding Program program, you must:
Eligible Indigenous entity/organization
Nation-level rebuilding initiative
Mandate from participating communities
What expenses are eligible under Nation Rebuilding Program?
Community engagement and consultation initiatives
Nation-level capacity development training, workshops, and leadership development
Governance development activities, including advisory committees and governance-structure gatherings
Nation priority-setting and discussions on issues and opportunities to rebuild as a nation
Constitution development and research/information gathering (e.g., Elder interviews, archival research)
Who can I contact for more information about the Nation Rebuilding Program?
You can contact Crown-Indigenous Relations and Northern Affairs Canada (CIRNAC) by email at aadnc.unitedufinancement-nego-fundingunit-nego.aandc@canada.ca.
Where is the Nation Rebuilding Program available?
The Nation Rebuilding Program program is available across Canada.
Is the Nation Rebuilding Program a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Nation Rebuilding Program is a Grant and Funding
Who are the financial supporters of the Nation Rebuilding Program?
Nation Rebuilding Program is funded by Crown-Indigenous Relations and Northern Affairs Canada (CIRNAC), Government of Canada
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