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The Indigenous Partnerships for Species at Risk (IPSAR)
Supports Indigenous-led conservation of species at risk and habitats
Last Update: March 4, 2026
Funding available
$ 50,000
Timeline
- Open Date : October 1, 2025
- Closing date : November 13, 2025
Location
Canada
Overview
The Indigenous Partnerships for Species at Risk (IPSAR) program, administered by Environment and Climate Change Canada, provides up to $50,000 per year for projects that support the conservation, protection, and recovery of species at risk and their habitats on Indigenous lands. Eligible activities include habitat protection, habitat improvement, species stewardship, conservation planning, surveys, Indigenous knowledge documentation, outreach, and education.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Reduce environmental footprint
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 50,000 $
Timeline
- Open Date : October 1, 2025
- Closing date : November 13, 2025
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Educational services
- Other services (except public administration)
- Public administration
Location
- Canada
Legal structures
- Financial cooperative
- Non-profit
- Public or Parapublic institution
- For-profit business
- Non-financial cooperative
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Indigenous Peoples
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- All industries
Target groups
- All the groups
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- All dimensions
Next steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Protection and securement of habitats for species at risk through purchase, donation, or other securement means.
- Enhancement or restoration of habitats and adaptation of land or water management practices.
- Direct stewardship activities aimed at the recovery or protection of species under immediate threat or proactive measures to prevent future threats.
- Conservation planning and development of local strategies or stewardship programs for species at risk.
- Outreach, education, and knowledge-sharing activities to promote conservation efforts within Indigenous communities and the broader public.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Indigenous not-for-profit organizations
- Indigenous for-profit organizations
- Territorially-based Indigenous groups
- Chiefs' councils, district councils, and tribal councils
- Indigenous corporations, partnerships, and groups
- Indigenous research, academic, and educational institutions
- Indigenous cultural education centres
- Indigenous land/resource management authorities
- Indigenous co-operatives
- Indigenous societies, boards, and commissions
Who is not eligible
- Non-Indigenous companies or organizations that are not mandated by an eligible Indigenous group.
- Organizations conducting projects on lands not controlled by Indigenous peoples or not associated with Indigenous traditional activities.
- Businesses proposing activities unrelated to the conservation, protection, or recovery of species at risk and their habitats.
- Applicants seeking funding for aquatic species projects, as these are managed by Fisheries and Oceans Canada.
Eligible expenses
- Costs for habitat protection through purchase, donation, or securement means.
- Expenses related to habitat improvement, such as materials and services for enhancing or restoring habitats and changing land or water management practices.
- Direct stewardship intervention costs to protect species at risk.
- Costs for conservation planning, including the development of strategies, stewardship programs, and engagement initiatives.
- Expenses for conducting surveys, inventories, and monitoring activities for habitats and species.
- Evaluation costs for assessing the results and effectiveness of conservation activities.
- Documentation and use of Indigenous knowledge, including the development of strategies, procedures, or protocols.
- Outreach and communications costs, including materials for engaging relevant audiences and promoting stewardship.
- Education and training expenses to enhance practitioner and stakeholder knowledge or skills.
- Costs related to official language translation, including producing documents or signage in both English and French.
Eligible geographic areas
- Indigenous communities and organizations located in Canada
Additional information
- Multi-year projects are allowed, with new projects spanning 1 to 3 years and existing projects possibly extended up to a total of 10 years.
- Costs related to official language translation are eligible expenses under the program.
- In-kind contributions, such as volunteer time or equipment use, can count towards matching requirements.
- Applicants are encouraged to submit applications early, as the online system may slow down near the deadline due to high traffic.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the The Indigenous Partnerships for Species at Risk (IPSAR) Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the The Indigenous Partnerships for Species at Risk (IPSAR). 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 Indigenous Partnerships for Species at Risk (IPSAR)?
The Indigenous Partnerships for Species at Risk (IPSAR) program, administered by Environment and Climate Change Canada, provides up to $50,000 per year for projects that support the conservation, protection, and recovery of species at risk and their habitats on Indigenous lands. Eligible activities include habitat protection, habitat improvement, species stewardship, conservation planning, surveys, Indigenous knowledge documentation, outreach, and education.
How much funding can be received?
The Indigenous Partnerships for Species at Risk (IPSAR) Funds up to $50,000 of admissible expenses.
What is the deadline to apply?
The application deadline for this grant program was November 13, 2025.
Who is eligible for the The Indigenous Partnerships for Species at Risk (IPSAR) program?
To be eligible for the The Indigenous Partnerships for Species at Risk (IPSAR) program, you must:
Indigenous communities and organizations in Canada
Indigenous corporations, partnerships, co-operatives, and land/resource management authorities
Other organizations if mandated by eligible Indigenous recipients
What expenses are eligible under The Indigenous Partnerships for Species at Risk (IPSAR)?
Protection and securement of habitats for species at risk through purchase, donation, or other securement means.
Enhancement or restoration of habitats and adaptation of land or water management practices.
Direct stewardship activities aimed at the recovery or protection of species under immediate threat or proactive measures to prevent future threats.
Conservation planning and development of local strategies or stewardship programs for species at risk.
Outreach, education, and knowledge-sharing activities to promote conservation efforts within Indigenous communities and the broader public.
Who can I contact for more information about the The Indigenous Partnerships for Species at Risk (IPSAR)?
You can contact Environment and Climate Change Canada (ECCC) by email at PAEP-IPSAR@ec.gc.ca.
Where is the The Indigenous Partnerships for Species at Risk (IPSAR) available?
The The Indigenous Partnerships for Species at Risk (IPSAR) program is available across Canada.
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