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ISC First Nation Infrastructure Fund (FNIF)

Indigenous Services Canada · Federal

In plain language

On-reserve (and land-set-aside) infrastructure capital for First Nation governments — roads, bridges, energy systems, connectivity, structural mitigation, fire protection, cultural/rec facilities, band admin buildings, solid waste, planning studies. In NL this is most directly usable by Miawpukek (Conne River reserve) and the Innu Nation communities (Sheshatshiu, Natuashish). Qalipu is landless so eligibility is narrow. Up to $10M/recipient/year. Projects must appear in the band's FNIIP submitted each fall. Long timeline from plan to funding decision to construction — treat as a 2–3 year horizon, not a quick-turn grant.

Realistic range

$100,000 – $10,000,000

Avg award

$1,500,000

Max advertised

$10,000,000

Cost share

—

Accessibility

2 / 5

Effort

5 / 5

Deadline

Oct 31, 2026

Repayable?

Who qualifies

Entity types

Indigenous Band

Sectors

Construction, Energy, Transportation, Community Services

Regions

NL Wide, Conne River, Sheshatshiu, Natuashish

Demographics prioritized

Indigenous

What you'll have to report

FNIIP submission each fall; project milestone reports; asset management plan; audited financials; environmental compliance; ongoing operations & maintenance reporting post-construction.