Opportunities for Indigenous Farmers
We assist Indigenous producers in adopting farm practices that qualify for government funding and carbon incentives from cover cropping and improved nutrient management to integrating regenerative amendments, and water management. Below are a few targeted programs:
1. Red River Métis Climate Action Program (Manitoba)
For: Métis farmers in Manitoba
Focus: Climate-smart agricultural practices
Support: Potential funding for soil health, input efficiency, and environmental improvements
2. Alberta Sustainable CAP Water Program
For: Farmers in Alberta
Focus: Water efficiency, irrigation upgrades, and water management
3. Alberta Sustainable CAP On-Farm Value-Added Program
For: Alberta farmers and producers
Focus: On-farm food processing, packaging, and innovation
Opportunities for Indigenous Communities
Collective Impact can partner with First Nations communities, Indigenous organizations, and nonprofits to help plan and apply for funding that supports long-term soil, food, and environmental health.
1. Agridiversity Program (Canada-Wide)
For: Indigenous nonprofits, academic institutions, and co-ops
Focus: Inclusion, knowledge-sharing, and support for underrepresented groups in agriculture
Funding: Up to $200,000/year or $1 million over 5 years
2. CIRNAC Harvester Support Grant (Canada-Wide)
For: First Nations and Inuit communities
Focus: Supporting traditional food harvesting activities
3. First Nations Agriculture and Finance Council – Ontario (Community Stream)
For: Indigenous communities and councils in Ontario
Focus: Funding for food systems, planning, and agriculture projects
Opportunities for Indigenous-Led Businesses
We could also collaborate with Indigenous businesses that are producing, processing, or selling regenerative products such as compost, amendments, or ag-based innovations. These programs can help support your growth:
1. Alberta Sustainable CAP Value-Added Program
For: Indigenous-owned agri-processing or bio-industrial businesses
Focus: Scaling value-added ag products
Funding: Up to $100,000
2. Métis Assistance Program (MAP) – Saskatchewan
For: Métis business owners
Focus: Support for business start-up or expansion
3. Indigenous Women Entrepreneurship Program (Saskatchewan)
For: Indigenous women business owners
Focus: Funding and business development support
4. Métis Entrepreneur Equity Program (Saskatchewan)
For: Métis entrepreneurs
Focus: Equity contributions for eligible business costs
5. SIEF Contribution Program (Saskatchewan)
For: Indigenous-owned businesses and projects
Focus: Economic development in Indigenous communities
6. First Nations Agriculture and Finance Council – Ontario (Business Stream)
For: Indigenous agribusinesses in Ontario
Focus: Support for expansion, machinery, land, and planning
