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First Peoples' Cultural Council is currently accepting applications for its Braided Infrastructure Program 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
The Braided Infrastructure Program (BIP), delivered by the First Peoples’ Cultural Council (FPCC), supports B.C. First Nations in developing infrastructure projects that braid together arts, culture, heritage, and language activities. BIP integrates the former Heritage Infrastructure Program (HIP), streamlining support for initiatives that revitalize First Nations heritage and cultural practices across British Columbia.
Maximum Grant: $70,000 per project
Eligible applicants include:
B.C. First Nations bands or Tribal Councils
Not-for-profit societies registered in B.C., with at least 65% of directors from recognized B.C. First Nations
B.C. First Nations-led museums and cultural spaces meeting the 65% governance requirement
Urban and off-reserve B.C. First Nations organizations adhering to the same governance criteria
B.C. First Nations schools or adult education centres on First Nations lands (single-community schools must apply via their Nation or Band Office)
FPCC supports projects from all 204 B.C. First Nations communities and recognizes these communities as stewards of their cultural heritage, ensuring that cultural revitalization efforts remain community-led and Indigenous-governed.
Confirm eligibility based on organization type, governance structure, and First Nations affiliation.
Develop a detailed project proposal, including objectives, activities, budget, and timeline.
Ensure that all additional funding required beyond the maximum grant is secured and documented.
Submit the application through the FPCC online portal following the program guidelines.
Apply for First Peoples' Cultural Council Braided Infrastructure Program
