Indigenous Priorities Fund Articles

Support expansion of training program developed and facilitated by local nations to support cultural competency for non-Indigenous community members and organizations serving Indigenous...

Support 'Field to Plate' initiative at Newman Farm to donate 10,000+ lbs of fresh food directly to local Nations and Indigenous organizations.  

Support existing youth space to provide a gathering place for urban Indigenous youth to practice culture, learn to cook with traditional foods, and have a place to gather as a community with...

Wage support for a communications/site coordinator to support organization with multi-pronged work (traditional land-based education, curriculum development, restoration and food...

QomQem addresses the need for Indigenous-led, culturally informed support for unhoused Indigenous people facing substance use through Elder-led recovery groups and healing practices. 

Provide Indigenous-informed care and support to unhoused Indigenous people in the region.  

Provide successful Ultimate Spirit sports program and leadership training to W̱SÁNEĆ Secondary School students. 

Metis participants are connected with a community of Michif Language Learners to speak  Michif regularly through both in-person and digital programs.  

Support for the Empowering Indigenous People in Trades program which removes barriers and offers support services for Indigenous people in trade programs at Camosun.  

Increase participation in Reciprocity Trust's reconciliation program.  The program supports homes and businesses in Capital Regional District to pay 1% of rent/mortgage to 10 beneficiary...

Community kitchen program empowers Métis youth, fosters resilience, and provides peer community gathering space to share meals, by educating them on health, nutrition and traditional diet...

Showcase Indigenous-produced film and videos celebrating Indigenous stories and experiences at the Festival and provide workshops for local Indigenous filmmakers and storytellers.