FUNDING OPPORTUNITIES
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.
- FUNDER Indigenous Services Canada
- YEAR Ongoing Intake
- CATEGORY Capacity Building , Community , Environment , First Nations , Infrastructure
- TAGS Environmental Health , Infrastructure , Recycling , Training , Waste Management
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.
- FUNDER 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
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.
- FUNDER 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
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.
- FUNDER Enbridge Inc. (Fueling Futures Community Investment)
- YEAR Ongoing
- CATEGORY Capacity Building , Community , Culture , Environment , Safety
- TAGS Community Grants , Cultural Support , Safety Programs , Sponsorship
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.
- FUNDER 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
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.
- FUNDER 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
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.
- FUNDER 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
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.
- FUNDER Government of Yukon
- YEAR Rolling deadlines depending on project category
- CATEGORY Community , Culture
- TAGS Community Projects , Cultural Programming , Events , Yukon
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.
- FUNDER Toronto Arts Council
- YEAR Rolling Deadline
- CATEGORY Arts , Culture
- TAGS Creation , Indigenous Arts , Presentation , Toronto Arts
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.
- FUNDER Ontario Arts Council
- YEAR October 6 2026 1 p.m. ET
- CATEGORY Arts , Culture
- TAGS Community Arts , Creation , Indigenous Arts , Ontario Arts
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.
- FUNDER Conseil des arts et des lettres du Québec (CALQ)
- YEAR Continuous intake
- CATEGORY Arts , Culture
- TAGS Creation , Indigenous Arts , Micro Grant , Québec
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.
- FUNDER Impact Assessment Agency of Canada
- YEAR Rolling intake
- CATEGORY Environment
- TAGS Capacity Building , Consultation , Impact Assessment , Participation
Indigenous Guardians
Supports Indigenous communities in monitoring, stewardship, and protection of their traditional lands, waters, and ice. Helps strengthen Indigenous governance, environmental oversight, and land-based cultural knowledge.
- FUNDER Environment and Climate Change Canada
- YEAR Continuous intake
- CATEGORY Environment , Land Stewardship
- TAGS Environment , Indigenous Guardians , Monitoring , Stewardship , Traditional Knowledge
New Relationship Trust: Nation Building Grant
Supports First Nations in British Columbia to strengthen governance, leadership, and community capacity through Nation-building initiatives.
- FUNDER New Relationship Trust
- YEAR Continuous intake
- CATEGORY Community , Governance
- TAGS Community Planning , Governance , Leadership , Nation Building
New Relationship Trust: Indigenous Clean Energy Initiative
Provides funding to support clean energy projects that advance Indigenous self-determination, economic development, and environmental stewardship in British Columbia.
- FUNDER New Relationship Trust and Indigenous Clean Energy
- YEAR Continuous intake
- CATEGORY Clean Energy , Economic Development , Environment
- TAGS Clean Energy , Economic Growth , Self-Determination , Sustainability
Manitoba Mineral Development Fund
Provides funding to support mineral and economic development projects in Manitoba that create Indigenous partnerships, jobs, and regional growth.
- FUNDER Manitoba Chamber of Commerce (in partnership with Manitoba Government)
- YEAR Aug 21 2026 11:59 PM (CDT)
- CATEGORY Economic Development
- TAGS Economic Growth , Employment , Indigenous Partnerships , Mining
Indigenous Energy Support Program: Energy Projects
Supports First Nation communities in Ontario to plan, develop and implement community energy projects that improve reliability, lower costs, or advance clean energy.
- FUNDER Independent Electricity System Operator (IESO)
- YEAR Continuous intake (open now).
- CATEGORY Economic Development , Energy , Infrastructure
- TAGS Capital , Clean Energy , Community Energy , Planning , Reliability
Remote First Nations Energy Efficiency Program
Supports remote and soon-to-be connected First Nations communities in Ontario by offering free energy audits and no-cost energy-efficiency upgrades for homes and businesses to reduce energy use and improve comfort.
- FUNDER Independent Electricity System Operator (Save on Energy)
- YEAR Ongoing
- CATEGORY Clean Energy , Housing
- TAGS Efficiency Upgrades , Energy Audit , Homes and Businesses , Remote First Nations
First Nations Community Building Retrofit Program
Provides funding and technical support for on-reserve First Nations communities in Ontario to complete energy-efficiency upgrades in band-owned commercial and institutional buildings such as community centres, schools, and arenas.
- FUNDER Independent Electricity System Operator (Save on Energy)
- YEAR Ongoing
- CATEGORY Clean Energy , Infrastructure
- TAGS Energy Retrofit , Facility Upgrades , Indigenous Community , Institutional Buildings
Alberta Indigenous Opportunities Corporation: Loan Guarantee Program
Supports Indigenous Nations and groups to invest in large projects across sectors such as natural resources, agriculture, telecom, transportation, tourism, healthcare, and technology, through provincial loan guarantees.
- FUNDER Alberta Indigenous Opportunities Corporation
- YEAR Ongoing
- CATEGORY Economic Development
- TAGS Equity Investment , Loan Guarantee , Major Projects
