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Support for Community Negotiations Fund
Support for negotiation-related community funding
Last Update: May 26, 2026
Funding available
Varies by project
Timeline
- Closing date : August 31, 2020
Location
Canada
Overview
This program supports community negotiations related to accepted claims and land matters. Funding can cover specific negotiation-related costs and is administered through transfer payment agreements.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Improve governance or administrative structure
- Strengthen organizational capacity
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Timeline
- Closing date : August 31, 2020
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Public administration
Location
- Canada
Legal structures
- Non-profit
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Indigenous Peoples
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Diversity and Inclusion
Target groups
- Indigenous peoples
- Nonprofits / charities
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- Provincial
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Community negotiations related to accepted claims and land matters
- Negotiation meetings and related community meetings
- Support activities tied to the negotiation process
Documents Needed
- Budget for the project
- Project description and timelines
- Interim and final reporting documents
- Transfer payment agreement documents
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Indigenous communities
- Indigenous organizations
Who is not eligible
- Individuals
Eligible expenses
- Salaries and wages for negotiation-related staff
- Employer-related costs and eligible benefits
- Honoraria for Elders or ceremonial participants
- Travel, meals, and accommodation for negotiation and community meetings
- Professional fees, legal fees, and administration costs
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Base operating costs of an Indigenous community
- Costs incurred outside the transfer payment agreement period
- Payments to specific individuals
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed by the Ministry of Indigenous Affairs, Negotiations and Reconciliation Division.
- Funding decisions are approved and monitored through a transfer payment agreement.
- Recipients must complete interim and final reporting on activities and expenditures.
- Approved expenditures are compared against the agreed budget and variances must be explained.
Additional information
- Funding is administered through transfer payment agreements.
- Funds are payable to an Indigenous community or organization, not individuals.
- The program includes interim and final reporting requirements.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Support for Community Negotiations Fund Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Support for Community Negotiations Fund. 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 Support for Community Negotiations Fund?
This program supports community negotiations related to accepted claims and land matters. Funding can cover specific negotiation-related costs and is administered through transfer payment agreements.
Who is eligible for the Support for Community Negotiations Fund program?
To be eligible for the Support for Community Negotiations Fund program, you must:
Indigenous community or organization
Accepted claims or land-related matters
Negotiation-related project
What expenses are eligible under Support for Community Negotiations Fund?
Community negotiations related to accepted claims and land matters
Negotiation meetings and related community meetings
Support activities tied to the negotiation process
Who can I contact for more information about the Support for Community Negotiations Fund?
You can contact Ontario Ministry of Indigenous Affairs and First Nations Economic Reconciliation.
Where is the Support for Community Negotiations Fund available?
The Support for Community Negotiations Fund program is available across Canada.
Is the Support for Community Negotiations Fund a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Support for Community Negotiations Fund is a undefined
Who are the financial supporters of the Support for Community Negotiations Fund?
Support for Community Negotiations Fund is funded by Ontario Ministry of Indigenous Affairs and First Nations Economic Reconciliation