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Northern REACHE Program
Funding for northern clean energy projects
Last Update: May 28, 2026
Funding available
Varies by project
Timeline
- Open continuously
Location
Nunavut, Canada
Overview
Funding supports clean energy projects in northern Indigenous and remote communities, including renewable energy, energy efficiency, planning, and capacity building. It also includes $40.4 million for hydroelectricity feasibility and planning in the North until 2024.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Reduce environmental footprint
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Timeline
- Open continuously
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Utilities
Location
- Nunavut
Legal structures
- Non-profit
- Public or Parapublic institution
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Indigenous Peoples
- Rural or Northern Residents
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Research
- Environment
- Economic, Social and Community Development
Target groups
- Indigenous peoples
- Rural / Remote communities
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- Local
- Regional
- Provincial
- National
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Renewable energy projects.
- Energy efficiency projects.
- Capacity building and planning activities.
- Hydroelectricity feasibility and planning.
- Hydroelectricity grid interconnection projects.
Documents Needed
- Written proposal
- Statement of work
- Signed application form
- Supporting documents, if requested
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Indigenous communities and organizations.
- Canadian for-profit and non-profit organizations.
- Provincial, territorial, regional, or municipal governments.
Eligible expenses
- Project planning and feasibility work.
- Hydroelectricity feasibility and planning.
- Grid interconnection planning.
- Renewable energy and energy efficiency project costs.
- Capacity building activities.
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Costs incurred before project approval.
- Land purchases.
- Financing charges and loan interest.
Eligible geographic areas
- Yukon
- Northwest Territories
- Nunavut
- Nunavik
- Nunatsiavut
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed on an ongoing basis.
- Applications are assessed individually against the program criteria.
- Applicants may be asked for additional supporting information.
- Approved projects require a contribution agreement.
Additional information
- Applications are reviewed on an ongoing basis, with no deadline.
- A common application can be used for Wah-ila-toos programs.
- Projects may receive support through a single-window initiative.
- Applicants may request an application guide by email.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Northern REACHE Program Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Northern REACHE 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 Northern REACHE Program?
Funding supports clean energy projects in northern Indigenous and remote communities, including renewable energy, energy efficiency, planning, and capacity building. It also includes $40.4 million for hydroelectricity feasibility and planning in the North until 2024.
Who is eligible for the Northern REACHE Program program?
To be eligible for the Northern REACHE Program program, you must:
Project must reduce diesel reliance.
Project must involve renewable energy or efficiency.
Project must fit program objectives.
What expenses are eligible under Northern REACHE Program?
Renewable energy projects.
Energy efficiency projects.
Capacity building and planning activities.
Hydroelectricity feasibility and planning.
Hydroelectricity grid interconnection projects.
Who can I contact for more information about the Northern REACHE Program?
You can contact Crown-Indigenous Relations and Northern Affairs Canada (CIRNAC) by email at aadnc.northernreache.aandc@canada.ca.
Where is the Northern REACHE Program available?
The Northern REACHE Program program is available the province of Nunavut.
Is the Northern REACHE Program a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Northern REACHE Program is a Grant and Funding
Who are the financial supporters of the Northern REACHE Program?
Northern REACHE Program is funded by Crown-Indigenous Relations and Northern Affairs Canada (CIRNAC)