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Thriving Indigenous Systems Fund (TISF)
Last Update: March 6, 2026
Canada
Supports Indigenous-led initiatives focused on community transformation
Grant and Funding
Overview
This initiative offers multi-year funding of up to $100,000 annually for three years. It aims to support Indigenous-led projects focusing on healing, land, rights, responsibilities, and culture. The program facilitates systemic transformation within Indigenous communities in British Columbia.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
Increasing community impact
Strengthening governance
Develop strategic partnerships
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Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 100,000 $
Timeline
- Open continuously
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Canada
Legal structures
- Non-profit
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Economic, Social and Community Development
Target groups
- All the groups
Revenue structures
- 100% donations / grants
Scope
- Provincial
Activities funded
Examples of admissible projects:
$ 95,000
Establishing a cultural revitalization center to preserve ancestral knowledge.
$ 98,000
Creating educational programs to promote awareness of indigenous land rights.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Land-based First Nations in British Columbia
- Indigenous-led organizations serving land-based First Nations or Hereditary Groups in BC
- Non-profit societies operating in BC since August 1, 2024, in the process of registration
How to apply
Log into the online grant management system to access the Stage 1 online application.Complete and submit the online application form before the deadline.Await notification via email by the end of July for invitation to Stage 2.Prepare any additional required information for Stage 2, if applicable.Receive final funding decision via email by the end of October.
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