Band Support Funding Program
Find out about supports for the core governance operations and administrative functions of First Nations governments.
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About the program
The Band Support Funding program provides funding in the form of a grant, giving First Nations governments the flexibility to manage and distribute funds according to their needs and priorities.
Program funding is distributed to First Nations governments based on a funding formula that takes into account different community factors.
The maximum funding available for each First Nation government is determined by seven formula components:
- population (on-reserve and off-reserve)
- total number of cases per month in the income security program
- number and value of federal, provincial and territorial agreements
- value of major capital projects
- number of specialists required to deliver services funded by the department
- type and value of basic services funded by the department
- geographic index (based on remoteness and environmental conditions)
Learn more: Band Support Funding Program Policy.
Who can apply
First Nations governments.
How to apply
Review the Band Support Funding Program Policy before applying.
Recipients must apply annually using the Band Support Funding Application form (#41814) at Proposals, applications, and work plans.
To apply, submit a completed application form to your regional office.
Deadline
Deadlines can vary by region each year. Contact your Indigenous Services Canada regional office for deadlines.