Ontario Investing $6 Million in Indigenous Infrastructure Projects

Press Release

October 01, 2025

Applications now open for new round of Indigenous Community Capital Grants Program

TORONTO — The Ontario government is investing $6 million to launch the annual intake for funding applications under the Indigenous Community Capital Grants Program (ICCGP). As part of the government’s plan to protect Ontario, the program supports Indigenous communities and organizations building important community infrastructure projects that promote long-term economic growth, job creation and local prosperity.

“Working in tandem with Indigenous communities, our government is supporting critical infrastructure projects that are important to building strong, prosperous communities,” said Minister Greg Rickford, Minister of Indigenous Affairs and First Nations Economic Reconciliation and Minister Responsible for Ring of Fire Economic and Community Partnerships. “Through the Indigenous Community Capital Grants Program, we’re investing directly in Indigenous-led capital projects that create economic opportunities and jobs and reflect our commitment to partnerships that sustain long-term prosperity across the province.”

The ICCGP has previously supported a wide range of capital projects, including the construction and renovation of community facilities, business hubs and cultural spaces. Previously funded projects include a new recreation centre in Webequie First Nation, a new community and business centre in Anishinabe of Wauzhushk Onigum First Nation, and a new multi-use facility in Kitchenuhmaykoosib Inninuwug.

Ontario’s continued investment through the ICCGP reflects the province’s commitment to advancing economic reconciliation and supporting Indigenous-led development throughout Ontario.

Applications remain open until November 13, 2025, at 6 p.m. (EST), and can be submitted through Transfer Payment Ontario. Interested applicants must register with Transfer Payment Ontario to submit and manage requests for funding opportunities.

Quick Facts

• The Indigenous Community Capital Grants Program (ICCGP) has operated since 1989 and re-launched in 2016 to better address gaps in Indigenous community infrastructure needs.
• Ontario is also investing $3 million in funding through the Capacity and Growth Fund to support Indigenous economic development, food security and wealth creation to help create an environment where Indigenous people and businesses can thrive.
• In 2024-25, the Ontario government invested in 48 projects through the Indigenous Community Capital Grant Program (ICCGP), and the Indigenous Economic Development Fund (IEDF).

Additional Resources

• Learn more about the Indigenous Community Capital Grants and how to apply.
• Read more about the Indigenous-led economic development projects funded through the ICCGP and IEDF 2025-26 streams.
• Learn more about available funding opportunities from the Government of Ontario.

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Media Contacts

Jenna DePaiva
Minister’s Office
Jenna.DePaiva@ontario.ca
416-371-9812

Flavia Mussio
Communications Branch
Flavia.Mussio@ontario.ca
416-574-4057

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