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Proposed Indigenous Ministerial Arrangements Regulations (IMARs) Participant Funding
Funding for Indigenous participation in regulatory engagement
Last Update: April 27, 2026
Funding available
$ 100,000
Timeline
- Open Date : July 11, 2025
- Closing date : September 26, 2025
Location
Edmonton, Ottawa, Regina, Vancouver, Alberta, British Columbia, Ontario, Saskatchewan
Overview
Provides up to CAD 100,000 to support Indigenous participation in the IMARs regulatory process. Funds can support travel, professional services, engagement sessions, and related community capacity activities.
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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
- Improve governance or administrative structure
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 100,000 $
Timeline
- Open Date : July 11, 2025
- Closing date : September 26, 2025
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Public administration
Location
- Edmonton, Ottawa, Regina, Vancouver
- Alberta, British Columbia, Ontario, Saskatchewan
Legal structures
- Non-profit
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Indigenous Peoples
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Law and Legal Services
- Social Services
- Economic, Social and Community Development
- Business Associations
- Professional Associations
Target groups
- Indigenous peoples
- Community leaders
Revenue structures
- 100% donations / grants
Scope
- National
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Participating in NRCan-led engagement sessions on IMARs
- Submitting written comments or feedback on the proposed regulations
- Hosting community, regional, or other engagement sessions
- Leading coordination, facilitation, and communications for larger engagement activities
Documents Needed
- Completed IMARs Participant Application Form
- Supporting documentation, if required
- Completed 2024-25 reporting requirements, if applicable
- Partnership confirmation documents, such as a Band Council Resolution or Letter of Support, if applying on behalf of a partnership
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Indigenous communities or governments
- Tribal Councils and similar entities
- National and regional Indigenous councils and tribal organizations
- Indigenous for-profit and not-for-profit organizations
Eligible expenses
- Travel, accommodation, meals, and incidental allowances
- Professional fees, including legal fees
- Salaries and wages for IMARs-related work
- Office and meeting space rental, communication costs, and materials
- Equipment, software, GST/PST/HST, and eligible overhead costs
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Costs incurred before April 1, 2025
- Costs related to ongoing business
- Lobbying costs
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed by NRCan after submission.
- NRCan may contact applicants for additional information.
- Applications are assessed against eligibility and merit criteria.
- Approved applicants are notified by email and must finalize a Contribution Agreement.
- Payments follow the terms set out in the Contribution Agreement.
Additional information
- The 2025-26 application period closed on September 26, 2025.
- Approved projects are published on Canada.ca through proactive disclosure.
- Recipients must keep claim forms and reports for three years.
- Applicants with an active 2024-25 IMARs Contribution Agreement must complete final reporting to be eligible for a new agreement.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Proposed Indigenous Ministerial Arrangements Regulations (IMARs) Participant Funding Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Proposed Indigenous Ministerial Arrangements Regulations (IMARs) Participant 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 Proposed Indigenous Ministerial Arrangements Regulations (IMARs) Participant Funding?
Provides up to CAD 100,000 to support Indigenous participation in the IMARs regulatory process. Funds can support travel, professional services, engagement sessions, and related community capacity activities.
How much funding can be received?
Proposed Indigenous Ministerial Arrangements Regulations (IMARs) Participant Funding Funds up to $100,000 of admissible expenses.
What is the deadline to apply?
The application deadline for this grant program was September 26, 2025.
Who is eligible for the Proposed Indigenous Ministerial Arrangements Regulations (IMARs) Participant Funding program?
To be eligible for the Proposed Indigenous Ministerial Arrangements Regulations (IMARs) Participant Funding program, you must:
Eligible Indigenous recipient
Supports IMARs participation
Eligible activities only
What expenses are eligible under Proposed Indigenous Ministerial Arrangements Regulations (IMARs) Participant Funding?
Participating in NRCan-led engagement sessions on IMARs
Submitting written comments or feedback on the proposed regulations
Hosting community, regional, or other engagement sessions
Leading coordination, facilitation, and communications for larger engagement activities
Who can I contact for more information about the Proposed Indigenous Ministerial Arrangements Regulations (IMARs) Participant Funding?
You can contact Municipality of West Elgin by email at imar-rama@nrcan-rncan.gc.ca or by phone at none.
Where is the Proposed Indigenous Ministerial Arrangements Regulations (IMARs) Participant Funding available?
The Proposed Indigenous Ministerial Arrangements Regulations (IMARs) Participant Funding program is available the province of Alberta, British Columbia, Ontario, Saskatchewan.