Important dates
Grant applications will open on May 1, 2025 and close on September 15, 2025.
Overview
The Indigenous Reconciliation Initiative – Cultural Stream (IRI-CS) supports Indigenous-led initiatives that enhance, protect or revitalize Indigenous languages, heritage, cultures and arts. The initiative is designed to provide flexible funding that supports Indigenous communities and organizations in pursuing priorities that promote reconciliation, healing and cultural revitalization.
Note: If you are looking for funding for economic development projects, see the Economic Stream.
Funding
IRI-CS applicants can receive a maximum of $100,000 to support a cultural project.
Funding for successful projects is determined by the requested amount, eligible costs and initiative budget.
There is no requirement for the applicant to contribute financially; however, all sources of funding should be disclosed in the proposal.
The IRI-CS may be stacked with other government sources (federal, provincial, municipal). For the purpose of this grant, the grant stack funding level to a recipient can be up to 100% of eligible costs.
Eligibility
How to apply
Before you submit your application, read the IRI-CS Application Guidelines.
Step 1. Fill out and sign the application form
Make sure your form is:
- fully completed
- signed and dated
Incomplete applications can lead to delays, as they often require additional follow-up and clarification.
Step 2. Create a project proposal
For your proposal, you must provide the following:
- project overview including a description of the proposed activities
- specific outcomes, results and community reconciliation benefit(s)
- detailed timeline of the project activities
- qualifications and experience of the executive managers or key people leading the project
- detailed budget
- appendices including additional information, such as these examples:
- business plan
- organizational chart
- one or more cost estimates showing a breakdown from professional services
Step 3. Document community support
After you apply
Once an application is received, we will do the following:
- A preliminary assessment will be conducted to ensure that each application provides sufficient information to undertake a full assessment.
- A full assessment will confirm applicant eligibility and suitability with the IRI-CS.
- Additional information may be requested.
- A grant manager will communicate the status of the application.
- A final decision will be sent through email.
Decisions are final and there is no appeal process.
Alberta signature use
Successful grant recipients may use the Alberta signature (logo) to recognize the Alberta government’s funding contribution. The Alberta signature should be clearly displayed in a way that indicates the Government of Alberta is a sponsor – and not a partner that is running the event, program, initiative or involved with the organization.
To request permission and for further information, contact: [email protected].
Reporting
- If your project is approved, we will enter into a funding agreement with you.
- You are expected to report on the activities and results of the projects as detailed in the funding agreement and provide financial statements.
Grant recipients
See the list of recent IRI grant recipients.