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Urban Programming for Indigenous Peoples — Organizational capacity

Supports urban Indigenous organizations and community projects

Offered by
Indigenous Services Canada (ISC)

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Funding available
$ 50,000
Deadline
Unspecified
Location
Canada
Who can apply
Indigenous non-profit organizations outside reserve.
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Overview

Urban Programming for Indigenous Peoples supports Indigenous organizations and projects that serve urban Indigenous communities. It funds core operating support, services, housing, coalitions, research, and infrastructure for Indigenous peoples in urban, rural, and northern settings.

At a glance

Funding available

Maximum funding
$50,000
Financing goals
  • Increase social or community impact
  • Improve governance or administrative structure
  • Strengthen organizational capacity

Eligible candidates

Location
  • Canada
Eligible Industries
All industries
Annual revenue
All revenue ranges
Organisation size
All organization sizes
Audience
  • Indigenous Peoples
Legal structures
Non-profit
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
Other Recreation and Social Clubs, Research, Social Services, Housing, Employment and Training, Civic and Advocacy Organizations
Target groups
Seniors, Indigenous peoples, People with disabilities, Women & girls, Rural / Remote communities, Nonprofits / charities, Community leaders, Low-income individuals / families
Revenue structures
100% donations / grants
Scope
National

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Availability timeline

2026
Periods: 1

Latest changes

UPIP Organizational Capacity application path removed

The Urban Programming for Indigenous Peoples organizational capacity page now says there are no open calls for proposals for 2026-2027, removing the listed application path.

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The Urban Programming for Indigenous Peoples organizational capacity page no longer lists the stream-specific application links or instructions and now says there are no open calls for proposals for 2026-2027. The same no-open-calls statement also appears under Deadlines, so the page now presents no active application route for this grant area.

August 15, 2026

Eligibility

Who is eligible?

  • Indigenous non-profit organizations outside reserve.
  • Indigenous organizations serving urban Indigenous peoples.
  • Friendship centres.
  • Some non-Indigenous organizations with Indigenous support.

Who is not eligible

  • Non-Indigenous organizations without Indigenous support.
  • Organizations not located in an urban centre for urban streams.
  • Applicants that are not eligible under the specific stream rules.

Eligible expenses

  • Core operating costs such as staffing, utilities, and rent.
  • Salaries, fees, honoraria, travel, equipment, materials, and communications for project delivery.
  • Housing-related costs such as construction, repairs, renovations, professional fees, permits, and inspections.
  • Infrastructure and administration costs directly linked to approved activities.

Ineligible Costs and Activities

  • Board member pay for administration or participation.
  • Capital assets over 5,000 CAD in certain streams.
  • Vehicles, land, and buildings in certain streams.
  • Deficit recovery and contingency or miscellaneous costs.
  • Cosmetic renovations, soil decontamination, and financing costs.

Eligible geographic areas

  • Urban centres in Canada.
  • Ontario, through the Ontario Federation of Indigenous Friendship Centres.
  • Outside Ontario, through the National Association of Friendship Centres.
  • Urban, rural, and northern areas for some streams.

Activities funded

  • Core operating support for Indigenous organizations serving urban Indigenous peoples.
  • Community programs and services for urban Indigenous peoples.
  • Housing projects, including purchases, new construction, repairs, and renovations.
  • Local coalitions, research and innovation, and infrastructure projects.

How to apply

  • Step 1: Review the stream requirements
    • Check the requirements for the relevant UPIP stream.
    • Review the program terms before preparing the application.
  • Step 2: Complete the application form
    • Fill out the UPIP organizational capacity application template.
    • Prepare the proposal information requested in the form.
  • Step 3: Prepare supporting information
    • Prepare a detailed budget and monthly cash flow.
    • Gather all required attachments.
  • Step 4: Submit by email
    • Send the proposal with all required attachments by email to the program contact address.

Documents Needed

  • Completed application form
  • Project proposal
  • Detailed budget
  • Monthly cash flow statement
  • Required supporting attachments

Selection criteria

  • Completeness of the application.
  • Project objectives and expected outcomes.
  • Feasibility and value for the funding requested.
  • Indigenous involvement and community support.
  • Applicant track record and risk level.

Processing and Agreement

  • Applications are reviewed after submission by the department.
  • Proposals are assessed against program criteria and objectives.
  • Incomplete proposals are not considered.
  • Successful applicants receive funding under a formal agreement.
  • Contributions require financial and narrative reporting after approval.

Additional information

  • There are no open calls for proposals for 2026-2027 urban programming activities.
  • Starting April 1, 2026, funding will be distributed through the National Association of Friendship Centres or the Ontario Federation of Indigenous Friendship Centres.
  • All projects must advance the objectives of Urban Programming for Indigenous Peoples.
  • Non-Indigenous organizations need support from Indigenous organizations or community groups.

Contacts

pupa-upip@sac-isc.gc.ca
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Frequently Asked Questions about the Urban Programming for Indigenous Peoples — Organizational capacity Program

What is the Urban Programming for Indigenous Peoples — Organizational capacity?

Urban Programming for Indigenous Peoples supports Indigenous organizations and projects that serve urban Indigenous communities. It funds core operating support, services, housing, coalitions, research, and infrastructure for Indigenous peoples in urban, rural, and northern settings.

How much funding can be received?

Urban Programming for Indigenous Peoples — Organizational capacity Funds up to $50,000 of admissible expenses.

Who is eligible for the Urban Programming for Indigenous Peoples — Organizational capacity program?

To be eligible for the Urban Programming for Indigenous Peoples — Organizational capacity program, you must: Located in an urban centre Project must advance program objectives Non-Indigenous applicants need Indigenous support

What expenses are eligible under Urban Programming for Indigenous Peoples — Organizational capacity?

Core operating costs such as staffing, utilities, and rent. Salaries, fees, honoraria, travel, equipment, materials, and communications for project delivery. Housing-related costs such as construction, repairs, renovations, professional fees, permits, and inspections. Infrastructure and administration costs directly linked to approved activities.

Who can I contact for more information about the Urban Programming for Indigenous Peoples — Organizational capacity?

You can contact Indigenous Services Canada (ISC) by email at pupa-upip@sac-isc.gc.ca.

Where is the Urban Programming for Indigenous Peoples — Organizational capacity available?

The Urban Programming for Indigenous Peoples — Organizational capacity program is available across Canada.

Is the Urban Programming for Indigenous Peoples — Organizational capacity a grant, loan, or tax credit?

Urban Programming for Indigenous Peoples — Organizational capacity is a Grant and Funding