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Program Name Description Maximum Funding Available Per Project Duration Department
Agricultural Clean Technology Program: Adoption Stream Funds the purchase and installation of commercially available clean technologies and processes that reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, and other environmental co-benefits. $ 2,000,000 June 2021 - March 2026 Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada
Agricultural Clean Technology Program: Research & Innovation Stream Funds pre-market innovation, including research, development, demonstration and commercialization activities. $ 2,000,000 June 2021 - March 2028 Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada
Agricultural Climate Solutions - Living Labs Program Establish a strong Canada-wide network of regional collaborations made up of farmers, scientists and other sectoral stakeholders. The objective is to develop, validate, and share the beneficial management practices that best store carbon and mitigate climate change. $ 8,000,000 April 2021 - March 2031 Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada
Agricultural Climate Solutions - On-Farm Climate Action Fund The objective of the On-Farm Climate Action Fund is to support farmers in adopting beneficial management practices that store carbon and reduce greenhouse gases, specifically in the areas of: nitrogen management, cover cropping, rotational grazing practices $ 50,000,000 2021 - 2024 Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada
AgriInnovate Program Provides repayable contributions for projects that aim to accelerate the demonstration, commercialization or adoption of innovative products, technologies, processes or services that increase agri-sector competitiveness and sustainability $ 10,000,000 April 2023 - March 2029 Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada
Local Food Infrastructure Fund Strengthen access to food systems safe, healthy and culturally-diverse food for at-risk populations while promoting environmentally sustainable food systems. Variable March 2019 - March 2024 Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada
Innovative Communities Fund The Innovative Communities Fund (ICF) invests in strategic projects that build the economies of Atlantic Canada's communities. Working in partnership with Atlantic communities and stakeholders, ICF builds on the strengths of communities and provides the tools needed to identify opportunities available for their sustainable economic growth. ICF focuses on investments that lead to long-term employment and economic capacity building in rural communities. Urban initiatives that stimulate the competitiveness and vitality of rural communities may be considered on a selective basis. $ 10,000,000 Ongoing Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency
Regional Economic Growth Through Innovation The Regional Economic Growth through Innovation (REGI) program creates the right conditions to start and grow businesses in Atlantic Canada. Through REGI, the Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency (ACOA) is helping businesses and non-profit organizations develop a strong, dynamic and inclusive economy. The two streams are defined as follows: Business Scale-up and Productivity - Funding offered under this stream helps businesses to accelerate their growth and assists with the adoption of innovative technologies that support scale-up, productivity and global competitiveness as well as the development of and entry into new markets. Regional Innovation Ecosystems - Funding offered under this stream helps create, grow and develop strong and inclusive regional networks that support business growth and innovation. It also fosters the entrepreneurial environment necessary for more innovative regional economies and increases the competitiveness of small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), women entrepreneurs and under-represented groups. $ 20,000,000 Ongoing Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency
Community Futures Program CED delivers the national Community Futures Program in the Quebec regions which provides operational funding to Community Futures Development Corporations (CFDCs). Quebec's 57 CFDCs and 8 Community Business Development Corporations administer business support programming which can benefit Indigenous entrepreneurs and SMEs in their region. - Variable Canada Economic Development for Quebec Regions
Quebec Economic Development Program Funding under this stream provides repayable contributions to businesses (including Indigenous businesses) or non-repayable contributions to not-for-profit organizations in communities which aims to generate sustainable, inclusive growth and help small and rural communities in Quebec to fully participate in, and benefit from economic opportunities. - Variable Canada Economic Development for Quebec Regions
Regional Economic Growth Through Innovation (REGI) REGI is a national program administered in Quebec by CED-Q and promotes economic growth through two program streams : Business Scale-up and Productivity Funding offered under this stream helps businesses to accelerate their growth and assists with the adoption of innovative technologies that support scale-up, productivity and global competitiveness as well as the development of and entry into new markets. Regional Innovation Ecosystems Funding offered under this stream helps create, grow and develop strong and inclusive regional networks that support business growth and innovation. It also fosters the entrepreneurial environment necessary for more innovative regional economies and increases the competitiveness of small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), women entrepreneurs and under-represented groups. Variable Ongoing Canada Economic Development for Quebec Regions
Inclusive Diversification and Economic Advancement in the North (IDEANorth) IDEANorth promotes economic development in the North in order to strengthen territorial economies and increase economic participation by Northerners. IDEANorth is divided into four program streams: Sector & Capacity Development; Business Scale-Up and Productivity; Small Scale Economic Infrastructure; and, Economic Infrastructure Studies (large scale). $ 6,000,000 Ongoing Canadian Northern Economic Development Agency
Northern Indigenous Economic Opportunities Program (NIEOP) Increases the participation of northern Indigenous communities and businesses in economic opportunities. NIEOP is composed of two program streams: The Community Readiness and Opportunities Planning fund (CROP), and the Entrepreneurship and Business Development fund (EBD). - Variable Canadian Northern Economic Development Agency
Northern Isolated Community Initiatives (NICI) Fund The NICI fund helps strengthen and support Indigenous and northern food systems in three territories by supporting community-led projects, with funding for equipment, local food production projects, and skills training for local and Indigenous food producers. The fund is divided into three areas of focus; Support for Agriculture and Food Businesses; Northern Food and Innovation Challenge; and, Support for Northern Food Working Group & Territorial Initiatives. $ 15,000,000 2019-2024 Canadian Northern Economic Development Agency
Regional Economic Growth Through Innovation (REGI) REGI is a national program administered in the Territories by the Canadian Northern Economic Development Agency (CanNor) and promotes economic growth through two program streams (Business Scale-Up & Productivity AND Regional Innovation Ecosystems) which will foster the right environment to start and grow businesses and create the conditions for the development of strong, dynamic and inclusive regional innovation ecosystems across the North. Variable Ongoing Canadian Northern Economic Development Agency
Climate Change Preparedness in the North Program Provides support to Indigenous and northern communities and governments in the North to help them adapt to climate change impacts. Funding supports projects such as vulnerability and risk assessment of climate change impacts, development of hazard maps and adaption plans and options, and implementation of non-structural and structural adaptation measures. Variable April 2016 - March 2028 Crown-Indigenous Relations and Northern Affairs Canada
First Nation Adapt Program Provides funding to First Nation communities located below the 60th parallel to assess climate change impacts and develop adaptation options, related to community infrastructure and disaster risk reduction. Funding supports projects such as risk assessments, and the development, assessment and cost-benefit analysis of adaptation options. The floodplain mapping portion of the program supports climate impacts assessments and adaptation planning efforts in communities at significant risk of flooding. Variable April 2016 - March 2028 Crown-Indigenous Relations and Northern Affairs Canada
Indigenous Community-Based Climate Monitoring Program Provides funding to support Indigenous peoples in the design, implementation, or expansion of long-term community-based climate monitoring projects. The program supports community-led projects to monitor climate and the environmental effects of climate change on communities and traditional territories. . Variable April 2017 - March 2028 Crown-Indigenous Relations and Northern Affairs Canada
Northern Responsible Energy Approach for Community Heat and Electricity program (REACHE) Supporting northern and Indigenous communities in Yukon, Northwest Territories, Nunavut, Nunavik and Nunatsiavut in their transition to renewable, sustainable and affordable sources of energy. Variable Ongoing Crown-Indigenous Relations and Northern Affairs Canada
Harvesters Support Grant The Harvesters Support Grant (HSG) increases access to country foods by providing funding to support traditional hunting, harvesting and food sharing in isolated communities. Launched in April 2020, the HSG is a relatively new addition to the Nutrition North Canada program. It was developed in direct collaboration with Indigenous partners and respects the inherent hunting and harvesting rights of Indigenous peoples in Canada. $ 8,000,000 Ongoing Crown-Indigenous Relations and Northern Affairs Canada - Nutrition North Canada
Climate Action and Awareness Fund Support Canadian-made projects that can create middle class jobs for Canadians who work in science and technology, academia and at the grassroots community level to help reduce Canada's greenhouse gas emissions. $ 6,000,000 2020 - 2025 Environment and Climate Change Canada
EcoAction Community Funding Program The EcoAction Community Funding Program provides financial support to non-profit and non-government organizations for local action-based projects that produce measurable, positive effects on the environment. This year, funding is available for new projects that engage Canadians and clearly demonstrate measurable, positive results related to the following key environmental priority: Freshwater $ 100,000 Ongoing Environment and Climate Change Canada
Environmental Damages Fund Restore the environment and conserve wildlife and habitats in a scientifically sound, cost-effective, and technically feasible way, using funds received from fines, court orders and voluntary payments. $ 6,000,000 Ongoing Environment and Climate Change Canada
Indigenous Guardians Supports Indigenous rights and responsibilities in protecting and conserving ecosystems, developing and maintaining sustainable economies, and continuing the profound connections between natural landscapes and Indigenous cultures. $ 100,000,000 2021 - 2026 Environment and Climate Change Canada
Low Carbon Economy Challenge

The recapitalized Low Carbon Economy Challenge leverages Canadian ingenuity to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and generate clean growth.

The Challenge Fund supports a wide range of Canadian recipients to implement projects that deploy proven, low-carbon technologies resulting in material GHG emissions reductions across sectors, focusing on its cost-effectiveness objective to maximize GHG emissions reductions.

 $ 25,000,000 April 2023 - March 2028 Environment and Climate Change Canada
Regional Economic Growth through Innovation (REGI) - Business Scale-up and Productivity (BSUP) stream Funding under this stream provides no-interest, repayable contributions up to $500,000 (including Indigenous businesses) to help accelerate the growth of firms and assist with the adoption of new, innovative technologies that support scale-up, productivity, and the development of and entry into new markets to help companies become globally competitive. $ 500,000 Ongoing Federal Economic Development Agency for Northern Ontario
The Northern Ontario Development Program (NODP) Through its Northern Ontario Development Program, FedNor invests in projects led by municipalities, First Nations, and other organizations and institutions that support community economic development, diversification, job creation and self-reliant communities in Northern Ontario. Also included as part of NODP is the Community Investment Initiative for Northern Ontario. Funding under this stream provides non repayable contributions to rural municipalities and Indigenous communities in Northern Ontario to hire an economic development officer. Variable Ongoing Federal Economic Development Agency for Northern Ontario
Climate Change and Health Adaptation Program - South

Supports First Nation communities south of the 60°N to identify, assess and respond to the health impacts of climate change.

In B.C., contact the First Nations Health Authority for information.

 $ 125,000 Ongoing Indigenous Services Canada
First Nations Environmental Contaminants Program Supports First Nations communities south of 60 to identify, investigate and characterize environmental hazards with potential for human health impacts through community-based monitoring, research, risk assessment and risk communication. Variable Ongoing Indigenous Services Canada
First Nations Solid Waste Management Initiative This program supports First Nations to develop sustainable waste management systems by investing in modern infrastructure, facility operations, training, awareness and partnerships. Variable 2021 - 2028 Indigenous Services Canada
Rural Transit Solutions Fund The Rural Transit Solutions Fund is the first federal fund to target the development of transit solutions in rural, remote, and Northern communities. Launched in 2021, RTSF supports the development of locally-driven transit solutions that will help people living in rural communities get to work, school, appointments, and visit loved ones. A minimum of 10% of the funding envelope is allocated for projects benefitting Indigenous communities. Variable 2021-2026 Infrastructure Canada
Zero Emission Transit Fund The Zero Emission Transit Fund is providing $2,75 billion over 5 years to support transit and school bus operators plan for electrification, support the purchase of zero emission buses and build charging infrastructure. Variable 2021-2026 Infrastructure Canada
Clean Growth Hub The Clean Growth Hub is an advisory service to help clean technology producers and adopters navigate federal programs and services to advance clean tech projects. Variable 2018-2024 Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada
Clean Energy for Rural and Remote Communities Supports the transition to a more sustainable and clean energy future by supporting projects that reduce reliance on diesel and fossil fuels in Indigenous, rural and remote communities. $ 5,000,000 2017-2027 Natural Resources Canada
Clean Fuels Fund - Indigenous-led Production Projects Provides support to build out new domestic clean fuel production capacity (e.g. hydrogen, advanced ethanol, renewable diesel, renewable natural gas), as well as support to undertake feasibility and FEED studies Variable 2021 - 2026 Natural Resources Canada
The Energy Innovation Program (EIP)

EIP advances clean energy technologies to meet climate change targets and supports the transition to a low-carbon economy. It funds RD&D projects and other related scientific activities and runs targeted calls, and other strategic collaboration and investments programs.

 Variable 2016-2030 Natural Resources Canada
The Energy Innovation Program - Clean Fuels and Industrial Fuel Switching

The EIP - Clean Fuels and Industrial Fuel Switching stream will work to accelerate the development of technologies that can decarbonize industry. It will target industrial fuel switching and production of clean fuels for use in hard-to-abate sectors, focusing specifically on three technology areas:

  1. industrial fuel switching;
  2. clean fuels production;
  3. hydrogren codes and standards.
 Variable 2022 - 2027 Natural Resources Canada
Business Scale-up and Productivity (BSP) The BSP program, under the Regional Economic Growth through Innovation (REGI) program, supports incorporated high-growth businesses that are scaling up and producing innovative goods, series, or technologies. Applicants must be operating in Western Canada for a minimum of 2 years. It offers interest free repayable funding to incorporated businesses. Preference may be given to small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with less than 500 full-time employees (FTEs). $ 5,000,000 Ongoing Pacific Economic Development Canada
Community Economic Development and Diversification (CEDD) The CEDD program supports economic development initiatives that contribute to the economic growth and diversification of communities across the western provinces. Through this program, PrairiesCan and PacifiCan enables communities to leverage their capacity and strengths to: - respond to economic development opportunities - adjust to changing and challenging economic circumstances (e.g. inter-city bus transportation, wildfires and floods) Variable Ongoing Pacific Economic Development Canada
Community Futures (CF) PacifiCan provides annual operating funding to 34 CFs across British Columbia for community and business development outside of urban centres. Services include, strategic economic planning, technical and advisory services, as well as loans, to small and medium-sized businesses. In some cases, CFs also deliver specialized programming, such as the Indigenous Business Development Services or the Entrepreneurs with Disabilities Program. In addition, four CFs are also Aboriginal Financial Institutions, serving a majority of Indigenous clients and businesses, that are either Indigenous-controlled or have Indigenous board members. Variable Ongoing Pacific Economic Development Canada
Entrepreneurs with Disabilities Program (EDP) British Columbians with disabilities can access a network of business professionals and other resources through PacifiCan's Entrepreneurs with Disabilities Program (EDP).The Entrepreneurs with Disabilities Program (EDP) provides business information, training and development, mentoring, and one-on-one counseling services. Variable Ongoing Pacific Economic Development Canada
Francophone Economic Development Organizations (FEDO) PacifiCan provides support to the Société de développement économique de la Colombie-Britannique (SDEBC). FEDOs provide enhanced services to Francophones including training, business and community economic development, access to capital, information services, marketing advice, networking and mentoring. The FEDO have a continuing province-wide mandate to enhance the vitality of Official Language Minority Communities (OLMCs) and assist in their economic development. The FEDO also provide services to Francophone-Metis entrepreneurs and communities.
 Variable Ongoing Pacific Economic Development Canada
Indigenous Business Development Services (IBDS) PacifiCan's  Indigenous Business Development Services (IBDS) provides targeted business services, to new and existing Indigenous entrepreneurs and businesses organizations inBritish Columbia. IBDS deliver early-stage entrepreneurial and business training, pathfinding services to business programs offered by other organizations, enable clients to better utilize other programs and engage with Indigenous communities and other business development organizations. Variable Ongoing Pacific Economic Development Canada
Regional Innovation Ecosystems (RIE) The regional development agencies (RDAs) are delivering the RIE program across Canada, in their respective regions. The Regional Innovation Ecosystems (RIE) program stream aims to create, grow and nurture inclusive regional ecosystems that support business needs throughout the innovation continuum, and foster an entrepreneurial environment conducive to innovation, growth and competitiveness. Through RIE, we are making targeted investments in not-for-profit organizations that support businesses in priority sectors to innovate, grow and compete globally. This program also fosters inclusive growth through supporting under-represented groups, mainly women, Indigenous peoples and young entrepreneurs, to more fully participate in the innovation economy. RIE is open to not-for-profit organizations that support businesses, innovators and entrepreneurs, for start-up, growth, productivity, technology commercialization, technology adoption, and export and investment attraction. By providing funds to advance the development of regional innovation ecosystems, RDAs are delivering on the Budget 2018 commitment to grow the western Canadian economy. This will ensure Canada's prosperity for decades to come. The RIE program stream builds on the federal government's Innovation and Skills Plan. This plan helps make Canada a world-leading centre for innovation that creates well-paying jobs and grows the middle class. Variable Ongoing Pacific Economic Development Canada
Small Business Services (SBS) Small Business Services centres help British Columbians start and grow their businesses by meeting the demands of entrepreneurs, start-ups, and small businesses for integrated information on government services, programs, and regulations. Services also include market research, training and access to expertise. SBS serves a diverse population and underrepresented groups, such as Indigenous entrepreneurs. Variable Ongoing Pacific Economic Development Canada
Women's Enterprise Initiative (WEI) PacifiCan provides support to the Women's Enterprise Initiative (WEI), helping women entrepreneurs in British Columbia to achieve their business goals. I. The WEIs deliver specialized business services to women entrepreneurs by providing them loans, business counseling and skills training to start, scale up and grow their businesses. Variable Ongoing Pacific Economic Development Canada
Business Scale-up and Productivity (BSP) The BSP program, under the Regional Economic Growth through Innovation (REGI) program, supports incorporated high-growth businesses that are scaling up and producing innovative goods, series, or technologies. Applicants must be operating in Western Canada for a minimum of 2 years. It offers interest free repayable funding to incorporated businesses. Preference may be given to small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with less than 500 full-time employees (FTEs). $ 5,000,000 Ongoing Prairies Economic Development Canada
Community Economic Development and Diversification (CEDD) The CEDD program supports economic development initiatives that contribute to the economic growth and diversification of communities across the western provinces. Through this program, PrairiesCan and PacifiCan enables communities to leverage their capacity and strengths to: - respond to economic development opportunities - adjust to changing and challenging economic circumstances (e.g. inter-city bus transportation, wildfires and floods) Variable Ongoing Prairies Economic Development Canada
Community Futures (CF) PrairiesCan provides annual operating funding to 56 CFs across the prairies for community and business development outside of urban centres. Services include, strategic economic planning, technical and advisory services, as well as loans, to small and medium-sized businesses. In some cases, CFs also deliver specialized programming, such as the Indigenous Business Development Services or the Entrepreneurs with Disabilities Program. In addition, 9 of the CFs are also Aboriginal Financial Institutions, serving a majority of Indigenous clients and businesses, that are either Indigenous-controlled or have Indigenous board members. Variable Ongoing Prairies Economic Development Canada
Entrepreneurs with Disabilities Program (EDP) PrairiesCan provides annual operating funding to 8 organizations serving urban and rural entrepreneurs with disabilities across the West. Entrepreneurs with Disabilities Program (EDP) organizations provide business information, training and development, mentoring, and one-on-one counseling services to entrepreneurs in the prairies living with a disability. Variable Ongoing Prairies Economic Development Canada
Francophone Economic Development Organizations (FEDO) PrairiesCan provides annual operating funding to three organizations, one in each of the prairie provinces. FEDOs provide enhanced services to Francophones including training, business and community economic development, access to capital, information services, marketing advice, networking and mentoring. The FEDO have a continuing province-wide mandate to enhance the vitality of Official Language Minority Communities (OLMCs) and assist in their economic development. The FEDO also provide services to Francophone-Metis entrepreneurs and communities.
 Variable Ongoing Prairies Economic Development Canada
Indigenous Business Development Services (IBDS) PrairiesCan provides annual operating funding to three organizations, one in each of the prairie provinces. Indigenous Business Development Services (IBDS) provides targeted business services, to new and existing Indigenous entrepreneurs and businesses organizations. IBDS deliver early-stage entrepreneurial and business training, pathfinding services to business programs offered by other organizations, enable clients to better utilize other programs and engage with Indigenous communities and other business development organizations. Variable Ongoing Prairies Economic Development Canada
Regional Innovation Ecosystems (RIE) The regional development agencies (RDAs) are delivering the RIE program across Canada, in their respective regions. The Regional Innovation Ecosystems (RIE) program stream aims to create, grow and nurture inclusive regional ecosystems that support business needs throughout the innovation continuum, and foster an entrepreneurial environment conducive to innovation, growth and competitiveness. Through RIE, we are making targeted investments in not-for-profit organizations that support businesses in priority sectors to innovate, grow and compete globally. This program also fosters inclusive growth through supporting under-represented groups, mainly women, Indigenous peoples and young entrepreneurs, to more fully participate in the innovation economy. RIE is open to not-for-profit organizations that support businesses, innovators and entrepreneurs, for start-up, growth, productivity, technology commercialization, technology adoption, and export and investment attraction. By providing funds to advance the development of regional innovation ecosystems, RDAs are delivering on the Budget 2018 commitment to grow the western Canadian economy. This will ensure Canada's prosperity for decades to come. The RIE program stream builds on the federal government's Innovation and Skills Plan. This plan helps make Canada a world-leading centre for innovation that creates well-paying jobs and grows the middle class. Variable Ongoing Prairies Economic Development Canada
Small Business Services (SBS) PrairiesCan provides annual operating funding to three centres, one in each of the prairie provinces. Small Business Services centres help western Canadians start and grow their businesses by meeting the demands of entrepreneurs, start-ups, and small businesses for integrated information on government services, programs, and regulations. Services also include market research, training and access to expertise. SBS serves a diverse population and underrepresented groups, such as Indigenous entrepreneurs. One of the SBS centres also delivers the Indigenous Business Development Services program. Variable Ongoing Prairies Economic Development Canada
Women's Enterprise Initiative (WEI) PrairiesCan provides annual operating funding to three WEI organizations, one in each of the  prairie provinces. The WEIs deliver specialized business services to women entrepreneurs by providing them loans, business counseling and skills training to start, scale up and grow their businesses. Variable Ongoing Prairies Economic Development Canada
Incentives for Zero-Emission Vehicles Program The Incentives for Zero-Emission Vehicles (iZEV) Program provides funding through point of sale incentives for purchase or leased eligible ZEVs to increase the adoption of ZEVs across Canada and as a means to reduce air pollution and/or greenhouse gas emissions from transportation. $ 5,000 May 2019 - March 2027 Transport Canada
National Trade Corridors Fund Helps fund transportation infrastructure projects in Canada. Help the transportation system to: withstand the effects of climate change and better adapt to new technologies and innovation. Address the transportation needs of Arctic and northern communities. $ 4,600,000,000 2017 - March 31, 2028 Transport Canada
First Nation Infrastructure Fund (FNIF)

"The FNIF supports 9 asset categories of infrastructure projects on reserves (i.e. roads and bridges, connectivity, structural mitigation, community energy systems, fire protection, community and recreational centers, band administrative buildings and skills development and planning), to improve the quality of life and the environment of communities. It also helps First Nation communities to address climate change by supporting structural mitigation, climate resilient infrastructure and clean energy projects.

FNIF’s funding is allocated to ISC regions who works with communities to address priority projects and infrastructure categories with long-standing community needs."

 $10,000,000 ongoing Indigenous Services Canada
Climate Change and Health Adaptation Program - North Supports First Nation north of 60° and Inuit communities, across the Yukon, Northwest Territories, Nunavut, Nunavik, and Nunatsiavut, to identify, assess and respond to the health impacts of climate change. Variable Ongoing Indigenous Services Canada
Participant Funding Program (PFP)

The Participant Funding Program helps the public and Indigenous peoples participate and share valuable insight, perspectives and knowledge during an assessment process.

Supporting the participation of the public and Indigenous groups by reducing financial barriers means that assessments can be more open, balanced, credible and of higher quality.

 Variable 1993-2028 Impact Assessment Agency of Canada
Indigenous Capacity Support Program (ICSP) The Indigenous Capacity Support Program provides funding to Indigenous communities and organizations to support capacity building in Indigenous communities so they can better participate in current and future assessments. This funding is provided outside the context of specific project reviews. Variable 2019-2028 Impact Assessment Agency of Canada
Policy Dialogue Program The Policy Dialogue Program helps the public and Indigenous peoples share their expertise or provide Indigenous knowledge relevant to the development of policies, methodologies or tools related to assessments. Variable 2016-2028 Impact Assessment Agency of Canada
Research Program The Research Program aims to advance the science of assessments by supporting research on best practices using a multidisciplinary approach, forging partnerships and sharing ideas. This work helps Canada remain a world leader in conducting robust assessments that support sustainable development. Variable 2019-2028 Impact Assessment Agency of Canada
Infectious Disease and Climate Change Fund The Infectious Disease and Climate Change Fund invests in projects that address the impact of climate change on human health in Canada by increasing capacity to respond to climate-driven zoonotic, food-borne and water-borne infectious diseases. Variable (up to $2M / year) 2017-2028 Public Health Agency of Canada
Arctic and Northern Challenge program The Arctic and Northern Challenge program provides funding for research to addresses pressing issues impacting the quality of life of Northern peoples. The program is committed to prioritizing Northern-led research projects that have a strong focus on Northern capacity building. By providing both research funding and scientific expertise, the program will support strong and sustainable Northern communities through applied technology and innovation. Variable 2022-2029 National Research Council Canada (NRC)
Aboriginal Fund for Species at Risk The Aboriginal Fund for Species at Risk (AFSAR) program, established in 2004 supports Indigenous leadership in the conservation, protection, and recovery of species at risk and culturally significant species through on-the-ground stewardship actions. AFSAR also supports Indigenous capacity to participate meaningfully in the Species at Risk Act and prioritizes projects that support Indigenous leadership in species at risk conservation. Variable Ongoing Environment and Climate Change Canada
Indigenous-led Natural Climate Solutions Funding supports First Nations, Inuit and Métis Nations, communities and organizations to build capacity and to undertake on-the-ground activities for ecological restoration, improved land management, and conservation. $ 76,900,000 2021-2031 Environment and Climate Change Canada
Capital Facilities & Maintenance Program The CFMP provides financial assistance to plan, construct and/or acquire and operate and maintain community capital facilities and services. In managing the CFMP, the department is in conformance with the Indian and Inuit Affairs Program Environment Policy and associated guidelines. Variable Ongoing Indigenous Services Canada
First Nations Emergency Management Assistance Program EMAP helps FN communities on reserve to access emergency assistance services. It allows for the purchase of low-value equipment for emergency preparedness and mitigation projects through the program's proposal-based funding streams: Non-Structural Mitigation and Preparedness (NSMP) and FireSmart. Variable Ongoing Indigenous Services Canada
Strategic Partnerships Initiative (SPI) The Strategic Partnerships Initiative (SPI) coordinates federal partner effort by reducing administrative burden and pooling resources to support Indigenous communities. It fills funding gaps that may create a barrier to Indigenous economic opportunities. Variable 2021-2024 Indigenous Services Canada
Net Zero Accelerator Initiative The Net Zero Accelerator (NZA) initiative supports Canada's net zero goals to help transform the economy for clean and long term growth. It will provide up to $8 billion to support large-scale investments in key industrial sectors across the country to ensure that Canada remains competitive in a net-zero economy and reduces GHG emissions. The three investment pillars include: 1) Decarbonziation of large emitters, 2) Industrial transformation, and 3) Clean technology and battery ecosystem development. $ 8,000,000,000 2021-2030 Innovation, Science and Economic Developme
Road Safety Transfer Payment Program The purpose of the Road Safety Transfer Payment Program is to promote safety and advance the Government's internal trade and competitiveness agendas by bolstering the capacity of provinces, territories, and stakeholders to implement regulatory and innovative policy initiatives that foster national harmonization and economic growth. The program includes a Motor Carrier Safety component (Road Safety Transfer Payment Program) and a Road Safety Outreach component (Enhanced Road Safety Transfer Payment Program). Variable Ongoing Transport Canada
Toward Net Zero Homes and Communities Program

Offers funding to projects that explore and implement innovative technologies and practices that seek to improve the energy efficiency of homes and reduce GHG emissions in our communities and neighbourhoods.

Aims to empower communities - including Indigenous, rural and remote or under-resourced communities - and support projects that increase energy reliability and efficiency, through 3 streams:

  1. Addressing barriers to the adoption of energy-efficient technologies;
  2. Capacity building in support of net-zero-energy–ready building codes;
  3. Facilitating home energy labeling and disclosure to encourage deep energy retrofits.
 Variable 2022-2026 Natural Resources Canada
Climate Change Adaptation Program (CCAP) NRCan’s Climate Change Adaptation Program (2022–2027) helps to position Canada’s regions and sectors to adapt to a changing climate. The Program aims to: Support decision-makers in identifying and implementing adaptation actions; Enhance adaptation knowledge and skills among Canada’s workforce; and increase access to climate change adaptation tools and resources. The Program is reviewing proposals for cost-shared projects that will make important contributions to advancing adaptation progress in Canada. Up to $15 million in funding may be awarded through this Call for Proposals. Variable 2022-2027 Natural Resources Canada
Regional Economic Growth through Innovation (REGI) - Targeted Manufacturing Initiative for Northern Ontario (TMINO) - Productivity Improvement Funding under this stream of REGI, provides repayable contributions to established manufacturing businesses of 500 or fewer employees to modernize the manufacturing process and increase productivity. $ 500,000 Ongoing Federal Economic Development Agency for Northern Ontario (FedNor)
Regional Economic Growth through Innovation (REGI) - Targeted Manufacturing Initiative for Northern Ontario (TMINO) - Operational Assessments Funding under this stream of REGI, provides non repayable contributions to established manufacturing businesses of 500 or fewer employees to better plan, prioritize and implement changes that will result in efficiencies, improved quality, productivity, profitability and overall competitiveness. $ 15,000 Ongoing Federal Economic Development Agency for Northern Ontario (FedNor)
Regional Economic Growth through Innovation (REGI) -Regional Innovation Ecosystem stream Funding under this stream of REGI provides non-repayable contributions to not-for-profit organizations to help create, grow and develop strong and inclusive regional networks that support business growth and innovation, as well as the entrepreneurial environment necessary for more innovative regional economies. The stream prioritizes regional economic stakeholders who promote the entrepreneurial talent of underrepresented groups, including women, Indigenous peoples and young entrepreneurs. Variable Ongoing Federal Economic Development Agency for Northern Ontario (FedNor)
Tourism Growth Program (TGP) in Northern Ontario Tourism Growth Program (TGP) provides support Indigenous and non-Indigenous communities, small and medium-sized businesses and not-for-profit organizations in developing local tourism products and experiences. Variable November 2023- March 2026 Federal Economic Development Agency for Northern Ontario (FedNor)
Wah-ila-toos: Clean Energy Initiatives in Indigenous, rural and remote communities On April 25, 2022, the Ministers of Natural Ressources Canada, Crown-Indigenous Relations and Northern Affairs Canada, and Indigenous Services Canada announced a federal investment of $300 million to further support clean energy projects in Indigenous, rural, and remote communities as part of Canada’s Strengthened Climate Plan. The additional $300 million is available through 2027 for your clean energy projects, subject to available funds. These projects can help advance Indigenous-led climate action, support local economic development and create skilled jobs while reducing pollution and improving air quality. Variable 2019-2027 Natural Resources Canada
Low Carbon Economy Fund - Indigenous Leadership Fund The Indigenous Leadership Fund provides up to $180 million by 2029 to support climate action by Indigenous peoples. The program funds Indigenous-owned and led renewable energy, energy efficiency, and low-carbon heating projects. These projects will help meet Canada’s 2030 emissions reduction target and net-zero emissions by 2050. The program is delivered using a distinctions-based approach and has four funding streams: First Nations, Inuit, Métis, and Designated.

Variable per stream:

  • First Nations: up to $6 million per project
  • Métis and Inuit: Allocation to each
  • Designated: up to $1 million per project in provinces and $1.2 million per project in territories.
 April 2022 - March 2029 Environment and Climate Change Canada
Low Carbon Economy Fund - Implementation Readiness Fund

The Implementation Readiness Fund provides funding for activities and investments that increase the readiness to deploy greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions reduction projects and remove barriers to low-carbon technology adoption and 2030 climate mitigation action.

Projects funded through the program will focus on developing and enhancing human and/or institutional resources through activities that facilitate the deployment of GHG emissions reduction technology.

 $ 1,000,000 March 2023 - March 2028 Environment and Climate Change Canada
Low Carbon Economy Fund - Leadership Fund

The recapitalized Low Carbon Economy Leadership Fund provides funding to provinces and territories to help them deliver on commitments to reduce carbon pollution and contribute to meeting Canada’s 2030 climate target.

The Leadership Fund aims to stimulate provincial and territorial climate action, based on unique jurisdictional circumstances and priorities, with a focus on deploying proven, low-carbon technologies that will result in GHG emissions reductions in 2030 and align with Canada’s net-zero by 2050 goals.

 The maximum payment is variable depending on jurisdiction. April 2023 - March 2029 Environment and Climate Change Canada
Indigenous Partnerships for Species at Risk The Indigenous Partnerships Initiative (IPI) supports projects that amplify First Nations, Inuit and Métis leadership in conservation and the identification of Indigenous priorities for species at risk (SAR) conservation. IPI projects provide capacity to design and implement conservation measures for species, including conserving and protecting the habitats that support them, and negotiating and implementing conservation agreements for priority species. The IPI also supports meaningful engagement with Indigenous peoples in the implementation of the Pan-Canadian Approach to Transforming Species at Risk Conservation in Canada and its intersection with the Species at Risk Act. Variable 2021-2026 Environment and Climate Change Canada
Indigenous fund for community-based environmental monitoring The Government of Canada has committed up to $2 million annually to develop capacity for community-based environmental monitoring in the oil sands region of Alberta that is designed and led by Indigenous communities. This funding opportunity will build capacity and provide an opportunity for community leadership in environmental monitoring design and implementation. There are 64 eligible communities for this program. Projects are not limited to environmental monitoring of impacts of oil sands development, but can consider environmental monitoring more generally, or as it relates to ongoing or proposed resource development, in the oil sands region. Variable - up to $150,000/year for the first 3 years and up to $75,000/year for year 4 and 5. Ongoing Environment and Climate Change Canada
2 Billion Trees program (2BT) Over a period of 10 years, by 2031, The 2 Billion Trees (2BT) program will invest up to $3.2 billion to support provinces, territories, for-profit and not-for profit organizations, and Indigenous organizations in planting two billion trees across Canada. The overarching goal of the 2BT program is to mitigate climate change while enhancing biodiversity and maximizing other human and environmental co-benefits. The framework for a $500M Indigenous Funding Stream to support Indigenous climate objectives through tree planting is currently being co-developed with Indigenous groups with an anticipated launch for Summer 2023. $ 40,000,000 February 2021 - March 2031 Natural Resources Canada

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