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Shelter Operations
Operational support for shelters serving women and children
Last Update: March 4, 2026
Funding available
No Condition
Timeline
- Open continuously
Location
Yukon, Canada
Overview
This program provides operational funding for shelters serving women and children living on reserve in provinces and in Yukon. As part of the COVID-19 Economic Response Plan, up to $10 million supports activities to manage or prevent outbreaks in shelter facilities and helps sustain core shelter operations.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Timeline
- Open continuously
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Health care and social assistance
Location
- Yukon
Legal structures
- Non-profit
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Social Services
- Diversity and Inclusion
Target groups
- Children & youth
- Indigenous peoples
- Women & girls
Revenue structures
- 100% donations / grants
Scope
- National
Next steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Day-to-day operation of shelters serving women and children living on reserve in provinces and in Yukon
- Delivery of primary core shelter operations (basic required services and supports)
- Delivery of secondary core shelter operations (additional services and supports)
- Managing or preventing outbreaks in shelter facilities
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Chiefs and Councils of First Nations bands recognized by the Minister of Indigenous Services
- Tribal Councils
- Provinces
- Yukon Territory
- First Nations authorities, boards, committees, or other entities approved by Chief and Council
- Incorporated shelters
- First Nation Child and Family Services agencies or societies
Eligible geographic areas
- On-reserve communities in Canadian provinces
- Yukon
Additional information
- Funding is provided on an ongoing annual basis each April.
- Funding is delivered through Indigenous Services Canada (ISC) regional offices using existing contribution agreements.
- In some regions, First Nation regional boards may administer prevention funds by collecting, reviewing, and approving project proposals.
- Regional boards may also help coordinate a strategic approach to identified family-violence-related needs.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Shelter Operations Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Shelter Operations. 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 Shelter Operations?
This program provides operational funding for shelters serving women and children living on reserve in provinces and in Yukon. As part of the COVID-19 Economic Response Plan, up to $10 million supports activities to manage or prevent outbreaks in shelter facilities and helps sustain core shelter operations.
Who is eligible for the Shelter Operations program?
To be eligible for the Shelter Operations program, you must:
ISC-recognized/approved recipient
Supports shelter operations for women and children on reserve or in Yukon
What expenses are eligible under Shelter Operations?
Day-to-day operation of shelters serving women and children living on reserve in provinces and in Yukon
Delivery of primary core shelter operations (basic required services and supports)
Delivery of secondary core shelter operations (additional services and supports)
Managing or preventing outbreaks in shelter facilities
Who can I contact for more information about the Shelter Operations?
You can contact Indigenous Services Canada (ISC).
Where is the Shelter Operations available?
The Shelter Operations program is available the province of Yukon.
Is the Shelter Operations a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Shelter Operations is a Grant and Funding
Who are the financial supporters of the Shelter Operations?
Shelter Operations is funded by Indigenous Services Canada (ISC)
