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FUNDING OPPORTUNITIES

Creating, Knowing & Sharing — Short-Term Projects

Supports First Nations, Inuit, and Métis artists, cultural carriers, groups, organizations, and communities in activities that strengthen Indigenous arts practices, cultures, and creative expression. Funding supports projects lasting up to one year.

  • CLIENT Canada Council for the Arts
  • YEAR July 22 2026
  • CATEGORY Arts , Community , Culture , Heritage
  • TAGS Cultural Revitalization , Festivals , Indigenous Arts , Storytelling , Workshops
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Strategic Partnerships Initiative

Supports Indigenous participation in complex economic development opportunities across multiple sectors. The program helps Indigenous communities and organizations build partnerships, improve coordination, and increase economic participation in major projects and regional development initiatives.

  • CLIENT Crown-Indigenous Relations and Northern Affairs Canada
  • YEAR Ongoing
  • CATEGORY Capacity Building , Economic Development , Employment , Multi-Sector , Workforce
  • TAGS Business Development , Economic Growth , Partnerships , Skills Training , Workforce Development
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Aboriginal Business Investment Fund (ABIF)

Supports Indigenous community-owned businesses and economic development projects in Alberta. The program helps communities build infrastructure, purchase equipment, expand operations, and create long-term economic opportunities.

  • CLIENT Government of Alberta
  • YEAR October 15 2026
  • CATEGORY Economic Development , Employment , Infrastructure , Workforce
  • TAGS Business Development , Community-Owned Business , Economic Growth , Infrastructure , Job Creation
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Travel Program

Supports Indigenous screen-based creatives with travel costs related to professional development, project advancement, and industry participation. Funding can support travel for festivals, markets, conferences, training opportunities, community engagement, and artistic collaborations across Canada and internationally.

  • CLIENT Indigenous Screen Office
  • YEAR March 1 2027
  • CATEGORY Arts , Culture , Employment , Travel
  • TAGS Conferences , Festivals , Film , Professional Development , Storytelling , Television , Travel Support
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Nunavut Spend Incentive Program

Supports the growth of Nunavut’s film, television, and digital media industry by providing a rebate to production companies for eligible production goods and services purchased and consumed in Nunavut. The program encourages local employment, training opportunities, and the development of Inuit and northern storytelling.

  • CLIENT Nunavut Film Development Corporation
  • YEAR Ongoing
  • CATEGORY Arts , Culture , Economic Development , Employment , Technology , Training
  • TAGS Digital Media , Film , Inuktut , Production , Storytelling , Television , Workforce Development
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Building Brighter Futures: Bursaries & Scholarships

Provides financial support to First Nations, Inuit, and Métis students across Canada to pursue post-secondary education, including college, university, skilled trades, and technology programs. Through a single application, students are considered for hundreds of bursaries, scholarships, and awards.

  • CLIENT Indspire
  • YEAR August 1 2026
  • CATEGORY First Nations , Inuit , Métis , Training , Workforce , Youth
  • TAGS Bursaries , Post-Secondary , Scholarships , Skills Training , Students
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Workplace Skills Training (SkillsPEI)

Supports employers in Prince Edward Island to train new or existing employees through short-term, job-specific training that builds skills and meets workforce needs. The program helps strengthen workforce capacity and supports long-term economic growth.

  • CLIENT Government of Prince Edward Island (SkillsPEI)
  • YEAR Ongoing — applications accepted year-round
  • CATEGORY Capacity Building , Employment , Training , Workforce
  • TAGS Capacity Building , Employer Support , Skills Training , Workforce Development
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MMIWG+ Community Response Fund (Government of Saskatchewan)

Provides funding to support community-led projects focused on violence prevention and increasing safety for Indigenous women, girls, and Two-Spirit+ people, as well as their families and communities. Projects that build partnerships and strengthen community relationships are strongly encouraged.

  • CLIENT Government of Saskatchewan
  • YEAR Open — applications accepted until funding is fully allocated
  • CATEGORY Capacity Building , Community , Health , Safety , Social Services
  • TAGS Community Programs , Healing , MMIWG , Partnerships , Safety , Violence Prevention
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First Nations Waste Management Initiative

Provides funding to support First Nations in developing sustainable waste management systems, including infrastructure, training, planning, and environmental protection initiatives.

  • CLIENT Indigenous Services Canada
  • YEAR Ongoing Intake
  • CATEGORY Capacity Building , Community , Environment , First Nations , Infrastructure
  • TAGS Environmental Health , Infrastructure , Recycling , Training , Waste Management
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Climate Change Preparedness in the North (CCPN)

Supports northern Indigenous communities in building climate resilience through adaptation planning and implementation of community-driven climate projects.

  • CLIENT Crown-Indigenous Relations & Northern Affairs Canada / Environment partners
  • YEAR No fixed deadline
  • CATEGORY Climate Adaptation , Community , Environment , Infrastructure
  • TAGS Adaptation Planning , Climate Resilience , Northern Communities
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Indigenous Community-Based Climate Monitoring Program

Provides funding to support Indigenous-led climate monitoring projects that track environmental and climate change impacts using both Indigenous knowledge and western science.

  • CLIENT Crown-Indigenous Relations and Northern Affairs Canada (CIRNAC)
  • YEAR No deadline to apply
  • CATEGORY Capacity Building , Climate Adaptation , Environment , Research
  • TAGS Climate Monitoring , Data Collection , Environment , Indigenous Knowledge , Youth Training
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Enbridge Fueling Futures Community Investment

General community investment funding program that offers donations and sponsorships to non-profits and charitable organizations focused on community vitality, safety, sustainability, and Indigenous cultural recognition within Enbridge operational areas.

  • CLIENT Enbridge Inc. (Fueling Futures Community Investment)
  • YEAR Ongoing
  • CATEGORY Capacity Building , Community , Culture , Environment , Safety
  • TAGS Community Grants , Cultural Support , Safety Programs , Sponsorship
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CIBC Foundation Inclusive Communities Funding

CIBC Foundation supports community and sponsorship funding focused on inclusive communities, education and employment access, financial education, and healthy active living. Funding requests must align with funding priorities and demonstrate measurable impact.

  • CLIENT Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce (CIBC) Foundation
  • YEAR Year-round
  • CATEGORY Capacity Building , Community , Employment , Social Services
  • TAGS Community Partnerships , Digital Inclusion , Financial Education , Healthy Living
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TD Ready Commitment – Corporate Donations & Sponsorships

Part of the TD Ready Commitment to support community-based initiatives that contribute to financial security, a vibrant planet, connected communities, and better health; funds Canadian non-profits and Indigenous communities through corporate donations and sponsorships.

  • CLIENT TD Bank Group (TD Ready Commitment)
  • YEAR Multiple review cycles throughout the year
  • CATEGORY Capacity Building , Community , Employment , Environment , Health , Multi-Sector
  • TAGS Community Impact , Corporate Giving , Environment , Financial Security , Sponsorships
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RBC Community Investment Funding

Supports Canadian charities and non-profits through community investment funding across multiple streams (Seed, Scale, Sustain, Build) to advance inclusive prosperity, skill development, employment access, health, environmental sustainability, and community well-being.

  • CLIENT Royal Bank of Canada (RBC) & RBC Foundation
  • YEAR no fixed deadlines
  • CATEGORY Capacity Building , Community , Employment , Environment , Multi-Sector , Research , Social Services
  • TAGS Community Investment , Indigenous Engagement , Skills Development , Sustainability , Workforce
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Yukon Community Projects and Events Funding

Supports community-driven projects and events that enhance social well-being, cultural connection, community engagement, and local development across the Yukon, including Indigenous-led initiatives.

  • CLIENT Government of Yukon
  • YEAR Rolling deadlines depending on project category
  • CATEGORY Community , Culture
  • TAGS Community Projects , Cultural Programming , Events , Yukon
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Indigenous Arts Projects (Toronto)

Funds Indigenous artists, collectives, and organizations in Toronto to support creation, presentation, dissemination, and community arts projects. Encourages both traditional and contemporary Indigenous artistic expression.

  • CLIENT Toronto Arts Council
  • YEAR Rolling Deadline
  • CATEGORY Arts , Culture
  • TAGS Creation , Indigenous Arts , Presentation , Toronto Arts
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Indigenous Arts Projects

Provides funding to Indigenous artists, groups, and organizations in Ontario for artistic creation, production, community-engaged arts, and professional development. Supports a wide range of Indigenous artistic practices and cultural expression.

  • CLIENT Ontario Arts Council
  • YEAR October 6 2026 1 p.m. ET
  • CATEGORY Arts , Culture
  • TAGS Community Arts , Creation , Indigenous Arts , Ontario Arts
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Indigenous Arts Micro-Grants

Supports Indigenous artists in Québec for small-scale artistic projects, creation, training, or exploration. These micro-grants are designed to quickly fund emerging or established Indigenous creators with flexible, accessible support.

  • CLIENT Conseil des arts et des lettres du Québec (CALQ)
  • YEAR Continuous intake
  • CATEGORY Arts , Culture
  • TAGS Creation , Indigenous Arts , Micro Grant , Québec
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Participant Funding Program

Provides financial support for Indigenous communities, organizations, and individuals to participate in federal impact assessments for major projects. Covers engagement, travel, expert advice, and participation in hearings or consultations.

  • CLIENT Impact Assessment Agency of Canada
  • YEAR Rolling intake
  • CATEGORY Environment
  • TAGS Capacity Building , Consultation , Impact Assessment , Participation
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Need Help Finding the Right Funding Opportunity?

The Way Back team can support your community in assessing funding program fit and strengthening your application. Contact us below.

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