Estates Management Funding Program for Indigenous Communities 2026

📖 About the Program

The Estates Management Funding Program provides financial resources to eligible communities and organizations for estate planning, management, and administration-related work. This includes support for the impact of settlement agreements on minor, dependent adult, and decedent estates.

🎁 Benefits

Applications for funding must fall into one of the following funding levels:

• Up to $50,000

  • Small-scale community projects such as trainings, workshops, local initiatives, etc.

• Up to $150,000

  • Larger community projects or initiatives requiring broader financial support, such as multi-community initiatives.

✅ Eligibility Criteria

• The program is open to any community or organization interested in advancing Indigenous estate governance capacity.
• Priority will be given to Indigenous entities.

📅 Application Date and Process

Required Application Form

Applicants must complete the Estates Management Program Application Form (PAW #3869162).

Details to Include in the Application Form:

1. Who is applying

   • Specify the community or type of organization (e.g., First Nation or educational institution).

2. Proposal Description

   • Objectives of the proposal.
   • Alignment with at least one of the program goals.
   • Authority and capacity to achieve the goals.
   • Amount of funding requested.
   • Planned activities and anticipated outcomes.

3. Previous Funding

   • If the proposal has previously received funding, provide a summary of the outcomes.

4. Community Consent

   • If the proposal supports multiple communities or organizations, include evidence of informed consent (e.g., signed letters from participating First Nation administrations or organizations).

5. Declaration

   • Ensure the last section of the application form is completed.

📑 Supporting Documents

Applicants must include the following:

1. Detailed Description of the Initiative

   • Objectives and alignment with program goals.
   • Key activities and timelines.
   • Expected outputs and outcomes.

2. Itemized Budget

   • Provide a detailed budget for all components of the proposal.

3. Evidence of Financial Management

   • Examples include references to institutional capacity, other programs/projects administered, letters of reference, or similar materials.

Helpful Tips

• Treat the application form as a summary of the proposal, with supporting documents providing a detailed overview.
• For inquiries, email: financementsuccessions-estatesfunding@sac-isc.gc.ca

📌 Application Deadline

15 May, 2026

📧 Contact Information

For further details or questions, email: financementsuccessions-estatesfunding@sac-isc.gc.ca

• Up to $50,000 for small-scale community projects such as trainings, workshops, local initiatives, etc.
• Up to $150,000 for larger community projects or initiatives requiring broader financial support such as multi-community initiatives.