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Operating Grant for Indigenous-led Organizations

Q: How much funding can be received?

Operating Grant for Indigenous-led Organizations Funds up to $50,000 of admissible expenses.

Q: Where is the Operating Grant for Indigenous-led Organizations available?

The Operating Grant for Indigenous-led Organizations program is available the province of Alberta.

Q: Is the Operating Grant for Indigenous-led Organizations a grant, loan, or tax credit?

Operating Grant for Indigenous-led Organizations is a Grant and Funding

Q: Who are the financial supporters of the Operating Grant for Indigenous-led Organizations?

Operating Grant for Indigenous-led Organizations is funded by City of Edmonton

Last Update: March 19, 2026

Edmonton, Alberta, Canada

Supports Indigenous-led organizations in Edmonton

Grant and Funding

Overview

The Operating Grant for Indigenous-led Organizations provides funding up to $50,000 to support Indigenous not-for-profit groups in the Edmonton area. The grant aims to promote the resurgence of Indigenous culture, language, identity and ceremony, create safe inclusive healing spaces, and provide education, training, employment and economic security for Indigenous Peoples.

At a glance

Funding available

Financing goals

Increasing community impact

Strengthening governance

Develop employee skills

Eligible Funding

Maximum amount : 50,000 $
Minimum amount : 2,500 $

Timeline

Closing date : November 26, 2025

Eligible candidates

Eligible Industries

All industries

Location

Edmonton
Alberta

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

Examples of admissible projects:

$ 20,000

Developing an online platform for Indigenous language translation

$ 22,000

Establishing a community-based indigenous arts cooperative

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Frequently Asked Questions about the Operating Grant for Indigenous-led Organizations Program

Here are answers to the most common questions about the Operating Grant for Indigenous-led Organizations. 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.