First Nations Clean Energy Business Fund (FNCEBF) - Capacity Funding (April 2024 Intake)
Program Category:
Clean Energy
Program Sub-Category:
Energy Efficiency (Housing / Buildings), Renewable Energy
Status: Closing Soon
Funder
BC Ministry of Indigenous Relations and Reconciliation (MIRR)
Deadline Details
This program has regular ongoing intakes. April 30, 2024, is the next closing date for applications. Please refer to the FNCEBF website for details
Funder Organization Type
- BC Provincial Government
The FNCEBF aims to promote increased Indigenous community participation in the clean energy sector within their asserted traditional territories and treaty areas through agreements between the BC Government and the eligible applicant.
- Capacity Funding: Provide capacity development funding to support applicants to undertake activities such as feasibility studies or to engage with proponents of clean energy projects.
Eligible Community
An Indigenous governing body, however organized and established by Indigenous peoples.
Required Community Contribution
Community contribution required (please see program website)
10% required community contribution. Can be cash or In-kind.
Funding Stacking Restrictions
No
Professional Input Required
No
Specific Eligibility Requirements
- Must be for community benefit.
- One active project at any given time.
- Any number of applications for the project may be submitted up to the maximum thresholds for each revenue stream.
Other Eligible Applicants
Indigenous organizations acting on behalf of the Band, as supported by a Band Council Resolution (BCR).
Type of Funding
- Capital
Range of Funding Available per Project
- Under $100 000
Description of Funding
- Up to $50,000 per applicant regardless of the number of potential Projects in the applicant’s traditional territory
- Up to $30,000 for Community Energy Plans
- Up to $50,000 for Feasibility Studies and Business Planning
Update: FNCEBF Re-setting $50,000 Capacity Funding LimitThe clean energy landscape in BC has shifted and evolved greatly since the inception of the FNCEBF. As such, many of the capacity building projects and feasibility studies funded through the FNCEBF may no longer align effectively with the current clean energy landscape. Communities that have reached the $50,000 maximum for previous capacity projects will have their limit re-set and have the opportunity to re-apply for capacity funding. Reach out to FNCEBF.MIRR@gov.bc.ca with any questions.
Eligible Costs
DesignPlanning
Community Engagement
Capacity Building for the Community
Training
Reporting
Research and Development
Reporting Requirements
Final report only
Expected Timeframe for Funding Decision
3 monthsApproximately 3 months