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Deadline: 31-Dec-2026

The First Nation Adapt (FNA) program provides contribution funding for climate change adaptation projects led by First Nation communities and organizations located south of the 60th parallel. It supports projects that assess climate change impacts and increase climate resilience in line with self-determined priorities. The program accepts project proposals year-round (no application deadline). The First Nation Adapt (FNA) program works with First Nations to support climate change adaptation priorities that are specific to each community’s context. Priority areas identified through discussions with First Nations include: Projects must be led by First Nation communities and organizations south of the 60th parallel and must focus on adapting to the impacts of climate change. FNA provides contribution funding for climate change adaptation projects. The program can fund the following types of projects: The source also provides examples of eligible activities, including: Funding pool: The program states there is $8.42 million in contribution funding available for the 2026–2027 fiscal year. Award size: The editorial record specifies $100,000 to $500,000. The source text provided does not describe whether this is a per-project limit or typical range; applicants should confirm in the official funding guidelines. The program supports climate change adaptation projects only in First Nations south of the 60th parallel.

Eligible applicants include:

Not eligible (for this program): Northern First Nations looking for funding for climate change adaptation projects should consult the Climate Change Preparedness in the North Program. Projects must focus on adapting to climate change impacts and may include activities such as: Priority areas identified through discussions with First Nations include sea level rise, flooding, wildfires, drought, winter road failures, and other emerging priorities. FNA is designed to help First Nation communities and organizations translate climate change concerns into practical adaptation work. By supporting risk assessments, adaptation options, and hazard information/planning resources, the program aligns funding with community-led priorities and supports planning for climate resilience.

Deadline: There is no deadline to apply; applications are reviewed on an ongoing basis.

Official page (source): First Nation Adapt Program (FNA) – Government of Canada

1) What is the First Nation Adapt (FNA) program?

It is a Government of Canada contribution funding program that supports climate change adaptation projects led by First Nation communities and organizations south of the 60th parallel.

2) Is there a deadline to apply?

No. The program states there is no deadline to apply and that applications are reviewed on an ongoing basis.

3) Who can apply?

Eligible applicants include First Nation communities and First Nation organizations such as band councils, tribal councils, and self-governing First Nations governments, as well as other organizations understood to be First Nations in nature.

4) What kinds of projects does FNA fund?

FNA funds projects such as risk assessments of climate change impacts, identification and assessment of adaptation options, and development/access to climate hazard information and adaptation planning resources.

5) What locations are eligible?

Projects must be led by First Nation communities and organizations south of the 60th parallel. Northern First Nations should consult the Climate Change Preparedness in the North Program.

6) How much funding is available?

The program states there is $8.42 million in contribution funding available for the 2026–2027 fiscal year. The editorial record also lists a grant size of $100,000 to $500,000, but the source text provided does not specify how that range is applied.

7) How do we submit an application?

Applicants must submit the project proposal, budget spreadsheet, and band council resolution to [contact details removed] after contacting the program for eligibility confirmation and obtaining the budget spreadsheet. If your organization is a First Nation community or First Nation organization south of the 60th parallel and your project focuses on climate change adaptation, review the official FNA funding guidelines and follow the submission steps on the program page. If you’re unsure whether your project is eligible, contact [contact details removed] to discuss your idea and confirm next steps.