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The economic security program for the Cree hunters
Financial support for Cree traditional livelihoods
Last Update: April 30, 2026
Funding available
Varies by project
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Nord-du-Québec, Quebec, Canada
Overview
This program provides annual financial support to Cree hunters, trappers, and fishers who maintain a traditional way of life. It supports wildlife-related activities, equipment preparation, food and shelter preparation, wildlife management, and related travel.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Enhance an existing program
- Improve governance or administrative structure
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Location
- Nord-du-Québec
- Quebec
Legal structures
- For-profit business
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Indigenous Peoples
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Wildlife harvesting activities, except commercial fishing
- Making or repairing hunting, fishing, and trapping equipment
- Preparing food, clothing, shelters, equipment, and land for harvesting activities
- Berry picking and preparation
- Processing, transporting, and marketing harvesting products
Documents Needed
- Completed activity calendar
- Income confirmations from employer, if requested
- Written request for separate payments, if applicable
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Cree beneficiaries under the James Bay and Northern Quebec Agreement
- Cree hunters, trappers, and fishers
- Adults living in Cree communities in northern Quebec
Who is not eligible
- People who are not Cree beneficiaries under the James Bay and Northern Quebec Agreement
- Applicants under 18 years old
- People not residing in Quebec
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Commercial fishing
- Days worked for wages are not payable under the program
Eligible geographic areas
- Quebec
- Cree communities of Northern Quebec
Processing and Agreement
- Application and benefits are reviewed by the local community administrator
- Recipients are interviewed four times per year
- The file may be adjusted based on family and income changes
- Payments can be issued, revised, or cancelled after review
- Recipients receive year-end benefit slips
Additional information
- Benefits are calculated annually and paid in four installments.
- Applicants must report changes in family situation or income.
- A retroactive adjustment may be made at year-end.
- Recipients receive Relevé 5 and T5007 slips each year.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the The economic security program for the Cree hunters Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the The economic security program for the Cree hunters. 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 The economic security program for the Cree hunters?
This program provides annual financial support to Cree hunters, trappers, and fishers who maintain a traditional way of life. It supports wildlife-related activities, equipment preparation, food and shelter preparation, wildlife management, and related travel.
Who is eligible for the The economic security program for the Cree hunters program?
To be eligible for the The economic security program for the Cree hunters program, you must:
Cree beneficiary under the Agreement
Lives in Quebec
At least 18 years old
What expenses are eligible under The economic security program for the Cree hunters?
Wildlife harvesting activities, except commercial fishing
Making or repairing hunting, fishing, and trapping equipment
Preparing food, clothing, shelters, equipment, and land for harvesting activities
Berry picking and preparation
Processing, transporting, and marketing harvesting products
Who can I contact for more information about the The economic security program for the Cree hunters?
You can contact Cree Hunters Economic Security Board (CHESB) by email at info@chasseurcri.ca or by phone at 418-643-7300.
Where is the The economic security program for the Cree hunters available?
The The economic security program for the Cree hunters program is available Nord-du-Québec, Quebec.
Is the The economic security program for the Cree hunters a grant, loan, or tax credit?
The economic security program for the Cree hunters is a Grant and Funding
Who are the financial supporters of the The economic security program for the Cree hunters?
The economic security program for the Cree hunters is funded by Cree Hunters Economic Security Board (CHESB)