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Our Land for the Future Trust — Indigenous-Led Conservation Funding
Long-term Indigenous-led conservation funding
Last Update: May 13, 2026
Funding available
$ 300,000,000
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
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 $
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Public administration
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.
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.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Our Land for the Future Trust — Indigenous-Led Conservation Funding Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Our Land for the Future Trust — Indigenous-Led Conservation Funding. 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 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) by email at none or by phone at none.
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