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Professional and Institutional Development (P&ID) Program
Supports governance capacity development
Record updated
- Funding available
- Varies by project
- Deadline
- Unspecified
- Location
- Canada
Overview
The Professional and Institutional Development Program supports First Nations, tribal councils, and Inuit communities in Canada to strengthen governance capacity. It funds projects related to leadership, financial management, human resources, information technology, and basic administration.
At a glance
Funding available
Varies by project
- Increase social or community impact
- Improve governance or administrative structure
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Develop workforce skills
Eligible candidates
- Location
- Canada
- Eligible Industries
- All industries
- Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
- Organisation size
- All organization sizes
- Audience
- Indigenous Peoples
- Legal structures
- Non-profit
Non-profit candidates
- Sector of operation
- Economic, Social and Community Development
- Revenue structures
- 100% donations / grants
- Scope
- Local
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Availability timeline
2026
Periods: 1
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- First Nations
- Organizations seeking funding under the Professional and Institutional Development Program
- Beneficiaries under management of deficiencies
Eligible expenses
- Tuition and training fees
- Salaries and wages
- Travel, transportation and accommodation
- Office supplies and printing
- Professional services
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Fixed costs related to hiring co-managers or third-party administrators.
- Activities that duplicate those funded by other programs or supplement funding in other program areas.
Activities funded
- Projects that develop governance capacity in one or more of the 10 core functions of government.
- Governance capacity projects that help beneficiaries under management of deficiencies complete and implement their management action plan.
How to apply
- Consult the Assessment Phase section of the Professional and Institutional Development Program Guidelines for information on what must be included in the plan or proposal.
- Submit the completed plan or proposal to your regional office.
Documents Needed
- Band council resolution
- Budget
- Capacity development plan
- Financial statements
- Letter of support
Processing and Agreement
- After evaluation and approval of the proposal, applicants are notified in writing of the departmental decision.
- Details on the activities that may be funded and the related reporting requirements are communicated.
- The proposal author and the department conclude a funding agreement or agree to changes to an existing agreement.
Additional information
- The program is proposal-based and implemented through projects.
- Funding is for governance capacity development activities.
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Frequently Asked Questions about the Professional and Institutional Development (P&ID) Program Program
What is the Professional and Institutional Development (P&ID) Program?
The Professional and Institutional Development Program supports First Nations, tribal councils, and Inuit communities in Canada to strengthen governance capacity. It funds projects related to leadership, financial management, human resources, information technology, and basic administration.
Who is eligible for the Professional and Institutional Development (P&ID) Program program?
To be eligible for the Professional and Institutional Development (P&ID) Program program, you must:
The proposal must directly benefit governance capacity in one or more core government functions.
The project must benefit First Nations, tribal councils, or Inuit communities.
Beneficiaries under management of deficiencies may apply for projects that help them complete and implement their action plan.
What expenses are eligible under Professional and Institutional Development (P&ID) Program?
Tuition and training fees
Salaries and wages
Travel, transportation and accommodation
Office supplies and printing
Professional services
Who can I contact for more information about the Professional and Institutional Development (P&ID) Program?
You can contact Indigenous Services Canada (ISC).
Where is the Professional and Institutional Development (P&ID) Program available?
The Professional and Institutional Development (P&ID) Program program is available across Canada.
Is the Professional and Institutional Development (P&ID) Program a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Professional and Institutional Development (P&ID) Program is a Grant and Funding
Who are the financial supporters of the Professional and Institutional Development (P&ID) Program?
Professional and Institutional Development (P&ID) Program is funded by Indigenous Services Canada (ISC)