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   Did You Know? In Saskatchewan, the per cent of the population identifying themselves as Aboriginal continues to increase, a trend reflected across the country. Aboriginal people comprised 14.9 per cent of the total population of Saskatchewan in 2006. Programs First Nations and Métis Community InitiativeThrough the First Nations and Métis Community Initiative, the Ministry of First Nations and Métis Relations provides small grants to organizations for a variety of First Nations and Métis events, projects and other initiatives. GuidelinesGrant proposals must include a well-defined plan with clear objectives and goals, and include a budget. The initiative must fit within the Ministry's focus categories and must also address a demonstrated need in the Aboriginal community. Please note, capital expenditures are ineligible for funding. Focus categories for First Nations and Métis initiatives are:
Applicants are encouraged to apply no less than two months before the event or start of the project, as proposals are reviewed on a monthly basis and it is important to allow time for processing. The proposal must describe the applicant’s interests, experiences and past successes and state what other sources of funding or in-kind support are being pursued and, where possible, demonstrate a partnership with other organizations or communities. Typical examples of grants and projects are: $500 for a historical research project, $1,500 for a cultural celebration, and $3,000 for a province-wide conference. Applicants must have at least one other source of funding or in-kind support.
For more information please contact:
First Nations and Métis Community Initiative
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