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Thriving Indigenous Systems Fund (TISF)
Multi-year support for Indigenous-led community transformation
Last Update: May 15, 2026
Funding available
$ 100,000
Timeline
- Open continuously
Location
British Columbia, Canada
Overview
The Thriving Indigenous Systems Fund provides multi-year support of up to $100,000 per year for three years. It funds Indigenous-led initiatives in British Columbia focused on healing, land, rights and responsibilities, and culture.
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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
- Maximum amount : 100,000 $
Timeline
- Open continuously
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Public administration
Location
- British Columbia
Legal structures
- Non-profit
- Public or Parapublic institution
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Indigenous Peoples
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Culture and Arts
- Economic, Social and Community Development
- Not Elsewhere Classified
Target groups
- Indigenous peoples
- Nonprofits / charities
- Community leaders
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- Provincial
- National
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Indigenous-led initiatives focused on healing, land, rights and responsibilities, or culture.
- Work that preserves, evolves, or transforms Indigenous social, political, economic, and cultural systems in BC.
- Projects using or revitalizing Indigenous governance systems and decolonial practices.
- Initiatives addressing colonial structures and systemic injustices.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Land-based First Nations in British Columbia.
- Hereditary Groups in British Columbia.
- Indigenous-led organizations serving land-based First Nations or Hereditary Groups in BC.
- BC non-profit societies, including community service co-operatives, operating since August 1, 2024.
Eligible geographic areas
- British Columbia
- Canada-wide or federally registered applicants serving communities in British Columbia
Processing and Agreement
- Stage 1 applications are reviewed first.
- Applicants are notified by email by the end of July if invited to Stage 2.
- Final funding decisions are communicated by email by the end of October.
Additional information
- Applications are reviewed in two stages.
- Applicants are notified by email about Stage 2 and final decisions.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Thriving Indigenous Systems Fund (TISF) Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Thriving Indigenous Systems Fund (TISF). 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 Thriving Indigenous Systems Fund (TISF)?
The Thriving Indigenous Systems Fund provides multi-year support of up to $100,000 per year for three years. It funds Indigenous-led initiatives in British Columbia focused on healing, land, rights and responsibilities, and culture.
How much funding can be received?
Thriving Indigenous Systems Fund (TISF) Funds up to $100,000 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Thriving Indigenous Systems Fund (TISF) program?
To be eligible for the Thriving Indigenous Systems Fund (TISF) program, you must:
Community-benefit purpose.
Indigenous-led or First Nations-based in BC.
Eligible non-profit or qualified donee status.
What expenses are eligible under Thriving Indigenous Systems Fund (TISF)?
Indigenous-led initiatives focused on healing, land, rights and responsibilities, or culture.
Work that preserves, evolves, or transforms Indigenous social, political, economic, and cultural systems in BC.
Projects using or revitalizing Indigenous governance systems and decolonial practices.
Initiatives addressing colonial structures and systemic injustices.
Where is the Thriving Indigenous Systems Fund (TISF) available?
The Thriving Indigenous Systems Fund (TISF) program is available the province of British Columbia.
Is the Thriving Indigenous Systems Fund (TISF) a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Thriving Indigenous Systems Fund (TISF) is a Grant and Funding
Who are the financial supporters of the Thriving Indigenous Systems Fund (TISF)?
Thriving Indigenous Systems Fund (TISF) is funded by Vancouver Foundation, Nakusp and Area Community Foundation (NACF)