TELUS Indigenous Communities Fund

Deadlines: March 4 & October 7, 2026

Program Summary:

The TELUS Indigenous Communities Fund provides flexible grant funding to Indigenous-led programs supporting Indigenous Peoples in Canada across all provinces and territories.

Funding is available for projects focused on, but not limited to:

• Health, mental health and well-being
• Access to education and resources
• Preservation of the land and water
• Community building and enhancement
• Intergenerational language and cultural revitalization

Preference may be given to programs where technology is being used to advance reconciliation.

Requests eligible for funding:

• Your organization, community group or project supports Indigenous peoples (First Nations, Métis, Inuit) within Canada
• Your organization has not received funding from TELUS or the Indigenous Communities Fund in the last two years
• You clearly address a pressing social or well-being need and create measurable  community outcomes such as, but not limited to:
  • Accomplishing individual and community wellness and healing
  • Reviving cultural strength, knowledge and skills
  • Helping overcome geographical and economical barriers
  • Increasing social connections to help foster community engagement.

Eligible organizations can apply once per calendar year. $5,000 – $25,000 grants are available to support Indigenous-led initiatives that support tangible positive outcomes.