Indigenous Priorities Fund Articles

Support the purchase of a transportation vehicle to support Elders, families, youth, and children in accessing services, programs and cultural events across both reserve lands. 

In collaboration with the Songhees Nation Education team, University of Victoria tutors will expand services to support Songhees Nation youth including hiring additional tutors and extending...

Support the work of the Indigenous Food Network, who are committed to cultural preservation, collaboration, and the strengthening Indigenous food sovereignty with all W̱SÁNEĆ nations.  

Showcase Indigenous-produced film and videos celebrating Indigenous stories and experiences at the Festival and provide workshops for local Indigenous filmmakers and storytellers.  

Support expansion of training program developed and facilitated by local nations to support cultural competency for non-Indigenous community members and organizations serving Indigenous...

Build on work of the Indigenous Response Network (IRN) to better serve Indigenous people surviving gender based violence. 

Purchase books and resources for Craigflower Elementary Library that reflect Indigenous voices and stories. School population is 48% Indigenous. 

Metis participants are connected with a community of Michif Language Learners to speak  Michif regularly through both in-person and digital programs.  

Provide Indigenous-informed care and support to unhoused Indigenous people in the region.  

To provide longer-term up to three years of housing with Indigenous-culture based treatment services for those in recovery from addiction after leaving initial treatment programs. 

Structural improvements to camping and recreation services to support long- term economic sustainability for the Nation.  

Also known as Sc’ianew First Nation: Renovate and repair the Nation's Big House for community events and gatherings.