Métis Nation Language Funding Model — Indigenous Languages Component

Since April 1, 2023, the Department of Canadian Heritage has implemented a new approach that was co-developed with the 5 Métis governments and the Métis National Council to support Métis languages. Under this new approach, Indigenous Languages Component funding for Métis citizens is no longer allocated through a Canadian Heritage-led call-for-application process but is now allocated directly to Manitoba Métis Federation, Métis Nation British Columbia, Métis Nation of Ontario, Métis Nation Saskatchewan, and Otipemisiwak Métis Government (formerly the Métis Nation of Alberta) to build and implement their respective language strategies and priorities.

This approach is consistent with the Indigenous Languages Act, which recognizes that Indigenous Peoples are best positioned to take the leading role in reclaiming, revitalizing, maintaining and strengthening their languages.

Who can apply

Funding is provided through individual contribution agreements for fiscal years 2023-24 to 2028-29. These agreements were signed with the 5 Métis governments:

• Manitoba Métis Federation — michifapplications@mmf.mb.ca
• Métis Nation British Columbia — chl@mnbc.ca
• Métis Nation of Ontario — mlisupport@metisnation.org
• Métis Nation Saskatchewan —Language@mns.ca
• Otipemisiwak Métis Government (formerly the Métis Nation of Alberta) — languages@metis.org

The governments listed above implement their own language strategies and determine what projects, partnerships and activities can be supported with the funding available. As part of this, they may redistribute funding to other organizations and communities involved in Métis language revitalization efforts.

If you are a Métis organization interested in working on Métis languages maintenance, revitalization and reclamation, it is recommended that you connect with the appropriate Métis government above.

Contact us

Address

Indigenous Languages and Cultures Program
Department of Canadian Heritage
15 Eddy St
Gatineau QC  J8X 4B3

Email

autochtone-indigenous@pch.gc.ca

Telephone

819-934-1405
1-866-811-0055 (toll-free)

TTY

1-888-997-3123 (toll-free)

Agents are available to answer your questions, Monday to Friday, 8:30 am to 5 pm (ET).

Guides and help

• Guide on the public acknowledgement of financial support – Canadian Heritage
• Service standards for Canadian Heritage funding programs
• Report fraud and abuse

Related services and information

• Indigenous languages
• Indigenous Languages Component
• Indigenous Languages and Cultures Program
• Northern Aboriginal Broadcasting
• Office of the Commissioner of Indigenous Languages