New funding opportunities, Invasive Wild Pigs, plus, we're #hiring!

INDIGENOUS ENGAGEMENT

Did you know invasive wild pigs are spreading across Turtle Island, posing risks to lands, wildlife, and agriculture? A National Wild Pig Strategy has been launched by a team of partners, including Animal Health Canada and the Canadian Council on Invasive Species—and Shared Value Solutions is helping bring Indigenous Nations and organizations into the conversation.

We’re supporting Indigenous participation in shaping this strategy. Join us for an online session November 28, December 3, or December 5 where we’ll cover:

- How to identify wild pigs (yes, they’re more elusive than you’d think!)

- The ecological and economic threats they pose

- Approaches to control and management that consider Indigenous stewardship.

Your input on the strategy will help shape effective, sustainable solutions to this growing problem. Take a look at the strategy here: canadainvasives.ca/wild-pigs-in-canada

For any questions, please get in touch here: [email protected]

To sign up for an online session, click here: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/VCC9YR9

We look forward to hearing your feedback in the session!?

Indigenous Funding Programs

NATION-WIDE HIGHLIGHTED PROGRAMS

NEW! Canada Water Agency's freshwater-related funding opportunities?

Varied deadlines to access funding

Varied funding opportunities for water quality, ecological health of freshwater bodies.

See here for more info.

Habitat Stewardship Program for Aquatic Species at Risk

Accepting Expressions of Interest until November 8, 2024

Deadline for full proposal submissions is December 13, 2024?

The objective of the HSP for Aquatic Species at Risk is to support and promote the conservation and recovery of Aquatic Species at Risk and their habitats by engaging Canadians in projects that will result in tangible and measurable conservation benefits.

More information here.

Aboriginal Fund for Species at Risk (AFSAR) – Aquatic Projects

Accepting Expressions of Interest until November 8, 2024

Deadline for full proposal submissions is December 13, 2024

The Species at Risk Act (SARA) recognizes the essential role that Indigenous Peoples play in wildlife conservation, and the need to consider Aboriginal Traditional Knowledge in key SARA processes. The Aboriginal Fund for Species at Risk program was established in 2004 to facilitate active participation by Indigenous communities in the implementation of the Act. It invests in organizational capacity development and encourages activities that contribute to the conservation and recovery of species at risk, including community-led documentation and management of Indigenous Knowledge.

More information here.

Indigenous Fishery Monitoring Fund

There is no deadline to apply for fiscal year 2024-2025

Eligible Indigenous Peoples, communities, and groups can now apply to the Indigenous Fishery Monitoring Fund to support their participation in implementing the Fishery Monitoring Policy?as they to continue to build capacity in fisheries monitoring and catch reporting activities.?

The $5-million Indigenous Fishery Monitoring Fund will provide funds over five years through single and multi-year contribution agreements. It is intended to:

• Enable the participation of Indigenous groups and communities in implementing the Fishery Monitoring Policy for federally managed fish stocks
• Support continued capacity building of Indigenous Peoples, groups, and communities to develop, lead and participate in fisheries monitoring and catch reporting activities for federally managed fish stocks

Look here for more info.

Indigenous Capacity Support Program – Stream 3: Strategic Opportunities

Application deadline: December 2, 2024

The Impact Assessment Agency of Canada is making limited funding available through this program to support Indigenous communities and organizations so they may better participate in current and future assessments. This funding is provided outside the context of specific project reviews.

More info here.

Documentary Heritage Communities Program

No deadline given

We provide funding to local documentary heritage organizations for projects that meet one or both of these goals.

Access and awareness

Our first objective is to increase access to, and awareness of their holdings. Projects related to this goal include:

• Collection-, catalogue- and access-based management (systematic, planned and documented process of maintaining and preserving collections, such as activities to enhance the archival standard descriptions of collections in order to increase physical, intellectual and bibliographical access to them)
• Commemorative projects (initiatives that celebrate historical figures, places, events and accomplishments of local, regional and/or national significance)
• Digital file conversion (from one format or media into another) and digitization for access purposes
• Development (research, design and production) of virtual and physical exhibitions, including travelling exhibits that circulate to one or more venues

Improving capacity for preservation

Our second objective is to increase their capacity to keep and preserve Canada's documentary heritage. Projects related to this goal include:

• Conservation and preservation treatment
• Conversion and digitization for preservation purposes, including recording interviews for Oral History projects
• Increased digital preservation capacity (excluding digital infrastructure related to day-to-day activities)
• Training and workshops that improve professional competencies and build the organization’s capacity
• Development of standards, performance, and other measurement activities

More information here.

Office of the Commissioner of Indigenous Languages: Indigenous Language funding?

Click here to learn about funding to support Indigenous language initiatives across Canada.

Wildfire and Natural Disaster Support

Application deadline: Various depending on the funding opportunity program

? Emergency Management FireSmart program https://www.sac-isc.gc.ca/eng/1643385529147/1643385549632 ? Emergency Management Assistance Program:?https://hubs.ly/Q01XhYWj0

Clean Energy for Rural and Remote Communities Program

No application deadline

The Clean Energy for Rural and Remote Communities program provides funding for renewable energy and capacity building projects and related energy efficiency measures in Indigenous, rural and remote communities across Canada.

The program is working to reduce the use of fossil fuels for heating and electricity by increasing the use of local renewable energy sources and energy efficiency. This creates environmental, social and economic benefits to support healthier and more sustainable communities.

Investing in clean energy solutions in Indigenous communities is a small but important link to energy security, reconciliation, self-determination and economic development for Indigenous Peoples.

The Clean Energy for Rural and Remote Communities program is currently accepting applications under the following streams:

• Biomass heating, district heating, and combined heat and power systems

Please note: Due to high demand, remaining funding for this stream is limited, eligible projects received will be added to a waitlist, should funds become available:

• Research, Development, and Demonstration projects

Please note: Due to high demand, CERRC has paused application intake for the following streams:

• Capacity Building projects
• Deployment of renewable energy projects?

More info here.?

Lands and Economic Development Services Program?

Application deadline: different for each region, reach out to program officer for more info

The Lands and Economic Development Services Program provides support to First Nation and Inuit communities to assist with enhancing the economic development, land and environmental capacity of communities and to support the establishment of the conditions for economic development to occur, increasing their participation in the economy.? Up to $50,000 of project-based funding support.

More info here.

First Nations Waste Management Initiative

Application deadline: No deadline

This initiative provides support to First Nations to develop sustainable waste management systems through modern infrastructure, operations, training and partnerships.

Funding is available for a range of waste management activities, such as:

• waste management agreements with municipalities and service providers (municipal-type agreements)
• construction of transfer stations
• construction of engineered landfills in remote and isolated communities
• waste reduction and diversion initiatives such as recycling, composting, and hazardous waste management programs
• Waste operator training
• Waste awareness and education programming
• Landfill management and closing of refuse sites
• Development of waste management plans and feasibility studies

More information here.

Indigenous Leadership Fund

Application deadline: open from October 30, 2023 to March 31, 2027?

The Indigenous Leadership Fund is being offered by Environment and Climate Change Canada as a new program under the Low Carbon Economy Fund. The program will fund Indigenous-owned and led renewable energy, energy efficiency, and low-carbon heating projects.??

This fund will support projects that are:

• Indigenous-owned and led
• Advance Indigenous climate leadership
• Support the self-determined climate, social, and economic priorities of Indigenous peoples.?

Eligible projects will meet the following criteria:

• Incorporate or make use of renewable energy, energy efficiency, or low-carbon heating technologies and practices
• Offer broader environmental, social, and economic benefits
• Use proven technologies and practices?

Applicants are encouraged to submit projects that:?

• help reduce GHG emissions in 2030
• align with Canada’s goals for net-zero emissions by 2050

Click here for more information about this opportunity.

Multiculturalism and Anti-Racism Program

Application deadline: varied

The Multiculturalism and Anti-Racism Program supports the mandate of the Department of Canadian Heritage by building on Canada's strength as a diverse and inclusive society.

The Program has three funding components: Events, Projects and Organizational Capacity Building.

Click here for more info!

Climate-Resilient Coastal Communities Program

Application deadline: Ongoing

The Climate-Resilient Coastal Communities (CRCC) program will provide funding to enable communities and sectors to work together at a regional scale to co-develop coordinated actions that increase climate resilience in coastal regions.?

The CRCC program will fund up to 25 pilot projects between 2023 and 2028 with a total budget of $41 million dollars under the Government of Canada Adaptation Action Plan.?

There is an Indigenous-led application process where applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis.?

Click here for more information.?

Community Opportunity Readiness Program – Funding Opportunity

Application deadline: Open

The Community Opportunity Readiness Program provides project-based funding for First Nation and Inuit communities’ pursuit of economic opportunities. The funding objective is that First Nation and Inuit communities implement economic and business development initiatives that will leverage private sector funding either immediately, or in the future.

Click here for more information about this funding opportunity.?

Professional and Institutional Development Program

Application deadline: Different per region.

This program funds projects that develop the capacity of First Nations and Inuit communities to perform core functions of government such as planning and risk management, leadership, basic administration and financial management.

The Professional and Institutional Development Program funds projects that develop the capacity of communities to perform 10 core functions of governance, including:

• Leadership
• Membership
• Law-making
• Community involvement
• External relations
• Planning and risk management
• Financial management
• Human resources management
• Information management and information technology
• Basic administration

Contact your funding services officer in your Indigenous Services Canada regional office for the deadline in your region.

Click here for more information about this funding opportunity.?

First Nations Health Authority: Indigenous Climate Health Action Program

Application deadline: Open

First Nations Health Authority’s Indigenous Climate Health Action Program (ICHAP) supports First Nations leadership in reducing climate change impacts on health. Given limited funding available, EOIs will be reviewed with preference given to communities that have not received ICHAP funding in the previous year.

Climate change affects physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual health in many ways. Through ICHAP, communities can strengthen their climate health resilience by working together to improve the environmental, social, cultural, and economic factors that affect their health and wellness.?

Click?here for more information about this funding opportunity.?

The Blanket Fund

Application deadline: Varied

The Blanket Fund?will provide support for Indigenous cultural, artistic, and educational activities. Offered through two grant streams (Reconciliation Action Grants and Capacity Building Grants), The Blanket Fund can be accessed by both grassroots Indigenous communities and organizations, and by Indigenous individuals undertaking related initiatives.?

Click?here for more information about this funding opportunity.?

Rural Transit Solutions FundApplication Deadline: Open

Eligible applicants can seek a grant of up to $50,000 through the Planning and Design Projects stream to support transit planning activities toward the development of new or expanded transit solutions.

Some examples of activities that are eligible under the stream include: public engagement, needs assessments, feasibility or viability studies, surveys and assessments of routes or modes of travel.

Click here for more info.

NORTHERN CANADA FUNDING

NEW! Northern Conservation Program

Letter of intent submission deadline: November 26, 2024

The Northern Conservation Program aims to support projects that will deliver tangible, realistic results for biodiversity conservation, and demonstrate how ongoing stewardship of conserved lands will be accomplished. The Foundation recognizes that Indigenous communities are critical planners and stewards of northern ecosystems, and as such we welcome and encourage projects that are Indigenous-led or Indigenous-partnered.?

More information here.

WESTERN CANADA FUNDING

BC Nations, click here for a round up of all the funding available to you! And see below for our highlighted funding.?

Click here for a round up of funding dedicated to Pacific Salmon Conservation.?

NEW! Indigenous Food Systems and Agriculture Skills and Training Program

Application deadline: November 29, 2025

The Indigenous Food Systems and Agriculture Skills and Training Program (ISAT) is a multi-year program under the Agriculture and Food Workforce Development Initiative (AWDI).

AWDI is funded by the Ministry of Social Development and Poverty Reduction through the Canada-British Columbia Labour Market Agreement. The initiative is a $15M fund designed to support BC’s agriculture industry to provide a stable and increasing food supply through targeted efforts to recruit and retain a sufficient workforce to meet the labour needs of the industry. AWDI is delivered by the Investment Agriculture Foundation of BC (IAF).

More info here.

Indigenous Climate Health Action Program (British Columbia specific)

Application deadline: available until the funding has been allocated. For projects starting Spring 2025 and onwards

Supports First Nations communities in reducing climate change impacts on health. Through this program, communities can strengthen their climate health resilience by working together to improve the environmental, social, cultural, and economic factors that affect their health and wellness. The program funds climate action projects that are community driven and focus on health and wellness outcomes. Projects can focus on climate health in general or on developing a strategy or action plan to reduce climate change impacts on community health. Some examples of focus areas are:

• Food security and food sovereignty
• Access to the land
• Mental health
• Traditional medicine
• Traditional harvesting
• Water quality and quantity

Click here for more information.

Pacific Salmon Commission

Application deadlines vary

The Pacific Salmon Commission Secretariat oversees and manages various grant programs that support the implementation of the?Pacific Salmon Treaty. The amount of available funds for each program varies annually and grants are awarded upon review of applications by the respective fund committee.

More information here.

New Relationship Trust Indigenous Labour Market Fund

Application deadline for Stream 1: December 1, 2024

With $200 million allocated, DAEF is empowering First Nations to have a seat at the table, shaping policy, strategic directions, and legislative frameworks in alignment with the Declaration Act Action Plan 2022-2027. Every Nation’s participation enriches the process, bringing unique perspectives and wisdom that are crucial for creating laws and policies that are just, respectful, and reflective of Indigenous rights and aspirations. If your Nation hasn’t applied yet, now is the time to step forward and be part of this historic movement. Let's make history together and ensure every First Nation in BC is part of this transformative journey.?

The Indigenous Labour Market Fund is intended to support and enhance a next generation approach of Indigenous initiatives to address three specific labour market issues or gaps impacting Indigenous people across BC.

1. Labour Market Studies: to cover costs associated with the update or development of comprehensive plans or studies that identify Indigenous led initiatives to increase the recruitment, placement, advancement and ultimately greater participation and success of Indigenous peoples in various sectors and regions across BC.

Learn more here.?

Professional and Institutional Development Program

Application deadline: Varies per region

This program funds projects that develop the capacity of First Nations and Inuit communities to perform core functions of government such as planning and risk management, leadership, basic administration and financial management.?

Click here to learn more.?

Poverty Reduction and Social Inclusion Fund (PRF)

Application deadline: Applications being accepted starting February 20th and available until all the funds are committed

Funding up to $100,000 per year, over two years is available for Indigenous-led charities and non-profits to support immediate work in enhancing poverty reduction and social inclusion initiatives.

The Poverty Reduction and Social Inclusion Fund is intended to be low barrier and flexible source of funding for Indigenous charities and non-profits needing a boost in their financial and service capacity to deliver on crucial poverty reduction and social inclusion initiatives.

The PRF was funded and made possible through New Relationship Trust’s partnership and collaboration with the Vancouver Foundation and BC Ministry of Social Development and Poverty Reduction.

More info here.

First Nations Recycling Initiative

Application deadline: no deadline

The?First Nations Recycling Initiative?supports recycling in First Nations communities throughout British Columbia. We collaborate directly with First Nations communities across BC to provide information about BC’s existing stewardship programs and local collection events in support of community recycling programs. We work together on projects to recycle these materials: tires, appliances, paper and packaging, electronics, beverage containers, batteries, power equipment, and health products.

More info here.

Government of British Columbia - Organics Infrastructure Program

Application deadline: no deadline

The Organics Infrastructure Program helps reduce greenhouse gas emissions by investing up to $30 million into projects that support:

• Increasing organic waste processing capacity in British Columbia
• Keeping organic waste out of landfills

More information here.

Local Government Climate Action Program

Application deadline: Open

The Local Government Climate Action Program provides funding for local governments and modern treaty Nations to plan and implement climate action that will reduce emissions, create new opportunities for people in the clean economy and prepare communities for future climate impacts. As part of the program, recipients of funding will be required to report on their actions.

The program is currently in its second year, having made program and reporting refinements in collaboration with local governments and modern treaty Nations after year one.

This program:

• Provides flexible, long-term funding that meets urban and rural needs
• Enables community-specific action to reduce emissions and increase climate resilience
• Enables robust reporting to track results and help improve the program over time
• Enables knowledge sharing among local governments and modern treaty Nations to promote innovative climate action across the province?

For more information, click here.?

Indigenous Community Energy Coach Program & Indigenous Community Heat Pump Incentive

Application deadline: Ongoing

The Province of BC offers free energy coaching services to support Indigenous communities wanting to take advantage of the CleanBC Indigenous Community Heat Pump Incentive and related energy efficiency offers.

For more information, click here.?

The Declaration Act Engagement Fund

Application deadline: new applications accepted between May and December each year

The Declaration Act Engagement Fund provides multi-year (four-year) non-repayable funding contributions to First Nations to support their capacity to engage with the Province of BC on the implementation of the Declaration Act Action Plan and alignment of provincial laws with the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples both of which must be done in consultation and co-operation with Indigenous Peoples in BC.

The Declaration Act Engagement Fund will accept new applications during New Relationship Trust’s annual funding cycle between May and December each year. Applicants will only have to apply once to the program.

More here for more information about this funding opportunity.?

ONTARIO-SPECIFIC FUNDING

Indigenous Economic Development Fund

Deadline: November 14, 2024

The Indigenous Economic Development Fund (IEDF) provides grants and financing to Indigenous entrepreneurs, businesses, communities and organizations. The fund helps promote economic development and improve employment opportunities for Indigenous peoples.

The fund supports projects that:

• Diversify Indigenous economies
• Increase access to employment and training opportunities
• Provide start-up and expansion financing for small and medium-sized businesses
• support financing, skills training and other economic development initiatives through collaboration between Indigenous communities and the private sector

The IEDF provides grants and financing through three funding streams:

• Economic Diversification Grant
• Business and Community Fund
• Regional Partnership Grant

More info here.

Federal Economic Development Agency for Northern Ontario

Application deadline: varies for each funding opportunity

Click here to learn about a range of programs supporting economic development, including tourism and small businesses.

Northern Ontario Heritage Fund Corporation Funding Opportunity

Application deadline: no deadline

The Northern Ontario Heritage Fund Corporation is providing funding through their Innovation Stream to support research development and commercialization of new and innovative technologies in Northern Ontario.

Who is Eligible?

• Private-sector businesses
• Private-sector businesses in partnership with a public-sector academic or research institution

What Projects are Eligible?

Eligible projects include applied research and development projects, as well as a demonstration and commercialization of new and innovative technologies.

Click here for more information about this funding opportunity.?

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Opportunities for engagement and smaller funding pots:

• Participant funding opportunities during an impact assessment:?

• The Contaminated Sites On-Reserve Program is responsible for managing contaminated sites on reserve lands. See here for more info. The Caribou Conservation Stewardship Program supports projects that maintain and recover populations of?Boreal Caribou in Ontario. It is part of the Species at Risk in Ontario Stewardship Program. See here for more info. Ontario grants to support healthy food systems for children and youth.? Look here for a list of funding sources. ? Students, check out this searchable list of 537 bursaries, scholarships, and incentives for Indigenous students across Canada.? Look here. The?Short-Term Projects?component of?Creating, Knowing and Sharing funds First Nations, Inuit, and Métis professional and aspiring artists, cultural carriers, arts/cultural professionals, groups, collectives, and arts/culture organizations. Grants provide support for any combination of eligible Creating, Knowing and Sharing activities for projects lasting up to 12 months. Find out more here.

• Small grants to support community based healing and remembrance. More information here: https://nctr.ca/memorial/na-mi-quai-ni-mak/na-mi-quai-ni-mak-community-support-fund/? Micro-Loan Fund Available for Indigenous Women Entrepreneurs? The National Aboriginal Capital Corporations Association and participating Aboriginal Financial Institutions (AFIs) are pleased to announce the establishment of a new $5-million Women Entrepreneurship Loan Fund. AFIs across the country are now delivering the Women Entrepreneurship Loan Fund on behalf of Innovation, Science, and Economic Development Canada. First Nations, Inuit, and Métis women entrepreneurs from across the country are now able to access loans up to $50,000 to start or grow their business.

• Clean Energy in Indigenous, Rural, and Remote Communities.?Environment and Climate Change Canada has announced an additional $300 million for clean energy projects. This funding supports projects that help advance Indigenous-led climate action, support local economic?development, and create skilled jobs while reducing pollution and improving air quality.? There is no deadline to apply.

SVS NEWS

Check out these two opportunities to join our passionate team working with First Nations, Metis and Inuit clients across Canada:?

Intermediate Regulatory Specialist, Mining

Requirements for this position are a BSc, Masters or PhD in Natural Resource Management, Environmental Planning, Indigenous Studies, Environmental Studies, Political Science or similar equivalent experience. The idea candidate should have 5+ years experience in:

• Environmental management and permitting of major resource development, energy, and/or infrastructure projects (‘major projects’)
• Federal and provincial Environmental / Impact Assessments?
• Crown’s Duty to Consult and Accommodate Indigenous peoples?
• Project management
• Leading and coordinating multidisciplinary teams

Click here to learn more about this position!

Senior Regulatory Consultant, Impact/Environmental Assessment, Project Director

Some of the responsibilities of this role include directing and conducting environmental assessments and/or peer reviews of large-scale environmental assessments in Canada and building and maintaining client relationships through a comprehensive understanding of client needs, priorities, and objectives while providing excellent client service.

The ideal candidate will have a BSc, Masters or PhD in Natural Resource Management, Environmental Planning, Indigenous Studies, Environmental Studies, Political Science or similar equivalent, along with 10+ years professional experience.? We are also looking for demonstrated experience supporting and facilitating relationship building with Indigenous groups as well as industry and government negotiations related to natural resource development and management.

Click here to learn more about this position!