First Nations Home EnergySave
Accepting applications
Program Category:
Clean Energy, Community Infrastructure
Project Type(s):
Energy Efficiency (Housing / Buildings)
Deadline Details
Expressions of Interest are invited on an ongoing basis.
Intake Type
Continuous IntakeFunder
Fraser Basin Council (FBC)
Funding Organization Type
- Non-Governmental Organization or Society
In Partnership With
Real Estate Foundation of BC (REFBC)Vancity
BC Hydro
FortisBC
Peter Gilgan Foundation
Funding Range
- Small (up to $50K)
Eligible Community
- Indigenous Communities
- Métis Nations
- Modern Treaty Nations
Eligible Project Activities
- Capacity Building for the Community
The Fraser Basin Council (FBC) is working with First Nations communities in B.C. to transition towards energy efficient housing, both for new construction and existing housing retrofits. The First Nations Home EnergySave program supports peer learning, community training, and shares success stories among First Nations communities to reduce home energy use and build local capacity.
Funding Stacking Restrictions
No
Professional Input Required
No
Other Eligible Communities
Indigenous OrganizationsNon-governmental Organizations / Not-for-Profits
Type of Funding
- Grant
- Support (e.g. consulting management)
Range of Funding Available per Project
- Small (up to $50K)
Description of Funding
Funding is limited but sometimes available for pilot projects, community education and staff training on retrofits and new construction; please contact Fraser Basin Council for details.
We also offer small financial grants to BC Indigenous residents to assist them in advancing their education or career development. Each Indigenous student can receive up to $1,000 in funding to support energy efficiency-focused learning opportunities.
Eligible Costs
Community EngagementCapacity Building for the Community