This is an updated overview of current federal funding programmes available to communities across the Churchill–Keewatinook Aski riding. Our office is open to offer support in navigating these opportunities.
Use this table to quickly identify which programmes best match your community's current priority. See the full programme details in Section 2.
| Priority Area |
Recommended Programmes
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| Core Infrastructure (roads, water, wastewater, facilities) | BCSF Direct Delivery, CCBF, FNIF, ISC Water & Wastewater, DMAF
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| Housing & Housing-Enabling Infrastructure | BCSF, CMHC Affordable Housing Fund, Rapid Housing Initiative, Housing Accelerator Fund
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| Economic Development & Food Security | BCSF, CanNor, Canada Infrastructure Bank, Green Municipal Fund
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| Climate Resilience & Disaster Mitigation | DMAF, BCSF, Green & Inclusive Community Buildings, Green Municipal Fund
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| Planning, Readiness & Capacity Building | Green Municipal Fund (up to 100% for Indigenous planning), CCBF capacity stream, ISC FNIF
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| Indigenous-Specific Infrastructure & Governance | FNIF, ISC Water & Wastewater, BCSF Direct Delivery (10% Indigenous min.), Canada Infrastructure Bank Indigenous Initiative
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HOW TO SEQUENCE YOUR APPLICATIONS
Federal infrastructure funding works best when approached in stages. Communities that arrive with feasibility work already completed are significantly more competitive. Here is the recommended sequencing:
| Step | Phase | Best Programmes | Why It Matters
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| 1 | Planning & Feasibility | Green Municipal Fund, CCBF capacity stream, ISC FNIF planning component | Get the engineering, environmental, and community data needed to build a strong capital application
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| 2 | Capital Construction | BCSF Direct Delivery or PT Stream, FNIF, ISC Water & Wastewater, CMHC | Lead with completed feasibility work applications with engineering studies and cost estimates are significantly stronger
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| 3 | Operational Support | CCBF ongoing, ISC O&M funding, Green Municipal Fund | Secure operational and maintenance funding before or alongside capital funders want to know the asset will be sustained
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Important: Our office cannot submit applications on your behalf, but we can help you identify the right programme, review eligibility, and connect you with federal programme officers. Reach out early before deadlines.
SECTION 2.
FULL FEDERAL FUNDING PROGRAMME DIRECTORY.
The following table provides a comprehensive overview of all active federal funding programmes relevant to CKA communities. Highlighted rows (green) indicate programmes with new or renewed funding in 2026.
| Programme & Department | Who Can Apply | What It Supports | Amount | How to Apply | Key Tip |
| Build Communities Strong Fund (BCSF)
Housing, Infrastructure & Communities Canada
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First Nations, municipalities, provinces, institutions | Roads, water, wastewater, housing, health, schools, transit, climate resilience | $51B / 10 yrs | housing-infrastructure.canada.ca/bcsf-fbcf | 🔴NEW — portal opening NOW. |
| Canada Community Building Fund (CCBF)
Housing, Infrastructure & Communities Canada
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Municipalities, Indigenous communities | Roads, water, wastewater, energy, recreation, solid waste, capacity building | $27.8B / 10 yrs | housing-infrastructure.canada.ca/prog/overview-apercu-eng.html | Formula-based predictable and flexible. Can be banked or pooled. Not proposal-based. |
| Disaster Mitigation & Adaptation Fund (DMAF)
Housing, Infrastructure & Communities Canada
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Municipalities, Indigenous governments, public bodies | Flood protection, wildfire mitigation, climate resilience infrastructure, permafrost | $3.8B ongoing | housing-infrastructure.canada.ca/prog/dmaf-fdia-eng.html | Requires engineering studies + climate data. Strong fit for flood-prone and wildfire-risk communities. |
| First Nations Infrastructure Fund (FNIF)
Indigenous Services Canada (ISC)
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First Nations only | Roads, bridges, water, wastewater, fire protection, energy, connectivity | Ongoing | Contact ISC regional office directly — not a national portal | Apply through your ISC regional office |
| First Nations Water & Wastewater Program
Indigenous Services Canada (ISC)
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First Nations only | Drinking water systems, wastewater systems, operator training, O&M support | $2.3B / 3 yrs (from 2026–27) | isc-sac.gc.ca/eng/1100100034885 | 🔴 RENEWED in Budget 2025. |
| Green & Inclusive Community Buildings (GICB)
Housing, Infrastructure & Communities Canada
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Municipalities, Indigenous governments, nonprofits | New builds or retrofits of community halls, rec centres, fire stations — energy efficiency, accessibility | Up to $25M per project | housing-infrastructure.canada.ca/prog/gicb-pivc-eng.html | High Indigenous eligibility. |
| CMHC – Affordable Housing Fund
Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation
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Municipalities, First Nations, nonprofits, co-ops | New affordable housing construction, repairs and renewals | Grants + low-interest loans | cmhc-schl.gc.ca/professionals/project-funding | Blended grants + low-interest loans. Can be combined with other housing streams. |
| CMHC – Rapid Housing Initiative (RHI)
Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation
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Designated communities, Indigenous organizations | Rapid construction or conversion of housing for people experiencing homelessness | Time-limited intakes | cmhc-schl.gc.ca/professionals/project-funding | Time-limited — Projects must be shovel-ready. |
| Green Municipal Fund (GMF)
Federation of Canadian Municipalities |
Municipalities, Indigenous communities | Climate planning, energy, water, affordable housing, feasibility studies | Up to 100% for Indigenous planning | greenmunicipalfund.ca/funding | p to 100% funding for Indigenous planning projects. Best for feasibility studies before capital applications. Start here. |
| Canada Infrastructure Bank – Indigenous Initiative
Canada Infrastructure Bank (CIB) |
Indigenous communities, municipal partners | Clean energy, broadband, water, transit — revenue-generating projects | Loans + advisory | cib-bic.ca/en/indigenous-infra/ | A financing tool. Best for equity ownership and partnership models with a revenue stream. |
| Critical Minerals Sovereign Fund
Natural Resources Canada
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Indigenous communities, industry partners | Critical mineral development, feasibility, Indigenous-led engagement | $2B / 5 yrs (from 2026–27) | nrcan.gc.ca | New in Budget 2025. Good for communities with mineral development opportunities. |
CONTACT OUR OFFICE
If your community has a project in mind and wants to explore federal funding options — reach out to our office. We are here to help you navigate eligibility, identify the right programme, and connect with federal programme officers.
305-83 Churchill Drive, Thompson MB, R8N 0L6 | [email protected]