The annual intake for funding applications has been announced under the government’s Indigenous Economic Development Fund (IEDF) and the Indigenous Community Capital Grants Program (ICCGP).
With a combined investment of $9.2 million, these two programs enhance economic opportunities for First Nation communities across the province by providing grants and financing for Indigenous businesses, communities, and organizations.
The IEDF provides $3.2 million for projects that create skills training and economic diversification opportunities, while the ICCGP provides $6 million for Indigenous community capital infrastructure projects.
Applications are open until November 14, 2024 at 5 p.m. (EST), and can be submitted through Transfer Payment Ontario.
News Releases:
En: Ontario Supporting Indigenous Economic Development | Ontario Newsroom
Fr: L’Ontario soutient le développement économique pour les Autochtones | Salle de presse de l’Ontario