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Our Land for the Future Trust — Indigenous-Led Conservation Funding
Long-term Indigenous-led conservation funding
Funding available
$ 300,000,000
Deadline
Open continuously
Location
Northwest Territories, Canada
Overview
This initiative provides up to $300 million for Indigenous-led conservation, stewardship, and economic development in the Northwest Territories. It supports long-term land and water protection, Guardians programs, and related community benefits.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Increase social or community impact
- Implement environmental initiatives
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 300,000,000 $
Funds Providers
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Northwest Territories
Legal structures
- Non-profit
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Indigenous Peoples
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Environment
- Economic, Social and Community Development
Target groups
- Indigenous peoples
- Rural / Remote communities
- Community leaders
Revenue structures
- 100% donations / grants
Scope
- Regional
- Provincial
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Indigenous-led conservation and stewardship initiatives.
- Guardians programs and land-based stewardship activities.
- Economic development projects linked to conservation outcomes.
- Land and water protection initiatives.
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Indigenous Governments
- Indigenous partners and communities in the Northwest Territories
Eligible geographic areas
- Northwest Territories
Processing and Agreement
- Applications will be reviewed after the Trust confirms its application process.
- Funds will flow to Indigenous partners in the coming months after the agreement is in place.
- The grant agreement launches the implementation phase of the initiative.
Additional information
- The program is structured as a long-term financing model.
- Funds are intended to flow to Indigenous partners and communities.
- The trust works through a partnership model involving public and private partners.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Our Land for the Future Trust — Indigenous-Led Conservation Funding Program
What is the Our Land for the Future Trust — Indigenous-Led Conservation Funding?
This initiative provides up to $300 million for Indigenous-led conservation, stewardship, and economic development in the Northwest Territories. It supports long-term land and water protection, Guardians programs, and related community benefits.
How much funding can be received?
Our Land for the Future Trust — Indigenous-Led Conservation Funding Funds up to $300,000,000 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Our Land for the Future Trust — Indigenous-Led Conservation Funding program?
To be eligible for the Our Land for the Future Trust — Indigenous-Led Conservation Funding program, you must:
Indigenous-led projects
Northwest Territories focus
Conservation or stewardship goals
What expenses are eligible under Our Land for the Future Trust — Indigenous-Led Conservation Funding?
Indigenous-led conservation and stewardship initiatives.
Guardians programs and land-based stewardship activities.
Economic development projects linked to conservation outcomes.
Land and water protection initiatives.
Who can I contact for more information about the Our Land for the Future Trust — Indigenous-Led Conservation Funding?
You can contact Our Land for the Future Trust (OLF).
Where is the Our Land for the Future Trust — Indigenous-Led Conservation Funding available?
The Our Land for the Future Trust — Indigenous-Led Conservation Funding program is available the province of Northwest Territories.
Is the Our Land for the Future Trust — Indigenous-Led Conservation Funding a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Our Land for the Future Trust — Indigenous-Led Conservation Funding is a Partnering and Collaboration