Esquimalt Nation: federal grants and contributions

Updated 12 October 2026 · Victoria|Victoria, BC · grants and contributions register · Esquimalt–Saanich–Sooke

Esquimalt Nation: federal grants and contributions: 59 agreements; $4.0M value; 6 departments; 17 programs.

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59agreements
$4.0Mvalue
6departments
17programs

Largest agreements

ESQUIMALT SSI2020-MLT-2003-0$1.2Mvalue2020start2022end

The purpose of the Indigenous Habitat Participation Program and the Salish Sea Initiative, is to support the participation of Indigenous peoples in activities relating to the conservation and protection of fish and fish habitat, including the development of the Department of Fisheries and Oceans’ (DFO) policies, program elements and regulations and the development of their technical capacity to support greater involvement in the conservation and protection of fish and fish habitat.

Esquimalt Nation AHRF-2023-0075$649Kvalue2023start2025end

To support the restoration of valued marine and freshwater aquatic habitats, respond to fish habitat restoration priorities and contribute to the long-term sustainability of fish and fish habitat. In particular the program prioritizes projects proposed by Indigenous groups consulted in relation to the Trans Mountain Expansion project (TMX), in the Salish Sea area as well as along the Fraser river watershed and in-land freshwater area along the length of the TMX pipeline.

CCG Marine Operation & Response TPP-Contributions$513Kvalue2023start2026end

The overarching goal (purpose) is to support enhancements in marine safety and marine environmental protection in Canadian waters, while embracing the concepts of codevelopment and sustainable economic development. The objectives are to enhance the capacity and facilitate the participation of partners and stakeholders in support of marine safety and marine environmental protection.

Agreement for Esquimalt Nation Ocean Protection and Engagement Project$499Kvalue2025start2029end

To build capacity and expertise to support dialogue and deliberation on federal-Indigenous relationships related to the design and implementation of the marine safety system and environmental protection measures To foster the development of bilateral and multilateral relationships and partnership to support participation in the marine safety regime To implement federal-Indigenous or multilateral plans and agreements to facilitate collaborative management and partnership in marine safety and environmental protection To support the coordination of local and regional engagement to advance discus

CCG Marine Operation & Response TPP-Contributions$237Kvalue2023start2026end

The overarching goal (purpose) is to support enhancements in marine safety and marine environmental protection in Canadian waters, while embracing the concepts of codevelopment and sustainable economic development. The objectives are to enhance the capacity and facilitate the participation of partners and stakeholders in support of marine safety and marine environmental protection.

Enhance Capacity to prepare for economic development opportunities by hiring new resources, providing training, developing a community employment strategy, and purchasing equipment.$209Kvalue2019start2021end

The purpose of this agreement is to enhance capacity and undertake strategic community planning

  • Natural Resources Canada
  • Contributions in support of Indigenous Advisory and Monitoring Committees for Energy Infrastructure Projects (Committees)
ESQUIMALT NATION Aquatic Habitat Restoration Fund Capacity Funding$100Kvalue2021start2022end

To facilitate Indigenous participation in dialogues, increase cumulative effects knowledge and support improved understanding of impacts of resource development.

GC-129046S$60.0Kvalue2018start2019end

The purpose of this agreement is to establish capacity for community protective services and emergency planning.

  • Natural Resources Canada
  • Contributions in support of Indigenous Advisory and Monitoring Committees for Energy Infrastructure Projects (Committees)
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Community Participation and Co-Development Grant and Contribution Fund Contribution Agreement with Esquimalt Nation$59.0Kvalue2023start2025end

The overarching goal (purpose) is to support enhancements in marine safety and marine environmental protection in Canadian waters, while embracing the concepts of co-development and sustainable economic development.

Contribution Agreement to Provide Capacity Funding to Snuneymuxw First Nation$50.0Kvalue2020start2022end

The Recipient will engage in meaningful two-way dialogue regarding economic participation in the Trans Mountain Expansion Project, to benefit their communities. The following activities will be undertaken: participation in bilateral and/or multilateral meetings organized by Finance Canada, through methods including virtual and teleconference capacity, in-person, or written submissions. Participation includes, but is not limited to: gathering and representing the views of the Participant’s community members, acquiring external expertise (e.g., legal, financial, economic), preparing verbal and/

Building Community Capacity Needs to Advance Indigenous Issues in Socio-Economic Effects - Planning Activities$50.0Kvalue2022start2023end

The objective of this Project is to advance Indigenous issues and priorities in environment, safety and/or socioeconomic imperatives, consistent with the Terms of Reference of the Indigenous Advisory and Monitoring Committee for the Trans Mountain Expansion Project.

  • Natural Resources Canada
  • Contributions in support of Indigenous Advisory and Monitoring Committees for Energy Infrastructure Projects (Committees)
GC-129437S$48.0Kvalue2019start2020end

The purpose of this project is to undertake deeper consultations with potentially impacted Indigenous groups on federally-regulated pipeline projects and to support their participation in consultation activities.

Roberts Bank Terminal 2 Project$40.2Kvalue2018start–end
Engagement activities to support the Oceans Protection Plan$34.5Kvalue2021start2021end

To coordinate local engagement on marine transportation strategies and policies To facilitate the use of Indigenous traditional knowledge when decisions are made about the marine transportation system To support activities and improve collaboration between Indigenous, local communities and federal stakeholders

Agreement for Purchasing of Marine Safety Equipment and Training$22.9Kvalue2025start2026end

Purchase of marine safety equipment and systems/ Obtain training and skills development / Participation in training-related activities

Indigenous Habitat Participation Program- Grants$19.7Kvalue2025start2025end

The purpose of the Indigenous Habitat Participation Program- Grant Funding is to meet the legal obligations to support the participation of Indigenous communities in consultations on Departmental Crown conduct (i.e., decisions, such as arrangements, approvals, authorizations and permits) under the Fisheries Act and/or Species at Risk Act.

Community Participation Funding Program (CPFP) / Programme de financement de la participation communautaire (PFPC)$17.8Kvalue2019start–end

Grant to help eligible Indigenous groups and local communities take part in developing and improving Canada’s marine transportation system

  • Transport Canada
  • Community Participation Funding Program (CPFP) / Programme de financement de la participation communautaire (PFPC)
Engagement activities to support the Oceans Protection Plan$16.0Kvalue2021start2022end

To coordinate local engagement on marine transportation strategies and policies To facilitate the use of Indigenous traditional knowledge when decisions are made about the marine transportation system To support activities and improve collaboration between Indigenous local communities and federal stakeholders

Policy Dialogue Program$12.0Kvalue2019start–end

Contribution as part of the Policy Dialogue Program to Esquimalt Nation to assist in preparing for and engaging in participation activities associated with the ongoing Review of Legislative, Regulatory, and Policy Development Processes.

Participant Funding Program$5.0Kvalue2020start–end

Grant as part of the Participant Funding Program to Esquimalt Nation to assist in preparing for and engaging in Indigenous consultation activities and public participation opportunities associated with the assessment process for the Deltaport Expansion Fourth Berth Project.

Esquimalt Cultural Monitoring Training$5.0Kvalue2024start2024end

This microgrant supports Esquimalt First Nation’s Cultural Monitoring Training for nation members, as a capacity building program for archaeological support.

Esquimalt Language and Cultural Support$5.0Kvalue2024start2025end

This grant supports Esquimalt First Nation’s Lekwungen language and cultural guidance work at Fort Rodd Hill National Historic Sites.

Agreement for Engagement Activities to Support the Oceans Protection Plan$5.0Kvalue2023start2024end

To coordinate local engagement on marine or rail transportation strategies and policies To facilitate the use of Indigenous traditional knowledge when decisions are made about the marine or rail transportation system To support activities and improve collaboration between Indigenous local communities and federal stakeholders

Agreement for Engagement Activities to Support the Oceans Protection Plan$5.0Kvalue2023start2024end

To coordinate local engagement on marine or rail transportation strategies and policies To facilitate the use of Indigenous traditional knowledge when decisions are made about the marine or rail transportation system To support activities and improve collaboration between Indigenous local communities and federal stakeholders

Agreement for Engagement Activities to Support the Oceans Protection Plan$5.0Kvalue2024start2024end

To coordinate local engagement on marine or rail transportation strategies and policies To facilitate the use of Indigenous traditional knowledge when decisions are made about the marine or rail transportation system To support activities and improve collaboration between Indigenous local communities and federal stakeholders

Agreement for Engagement Activities to Support the Oceans Protection Plan$5.0Kvalue2024start2024end

To coordinate local engagement on marine or rail transportation strategies and policies To facilitate the use of Indigenous traditional knowledge when decisions are made about the marine or rail transportation system To support activities and improve collaboration between Indigenous local communities and federal stakeholders

Agreement for Engagement Activities to Support the Oceans Protection Plan$5.0Kvalue2024start2025end

To coordinate local engagement on marine or rail transportation strategies and policies To facilitate the use of Indigenous traditional knowledge when decisions are made about the marine or rail transportation system To support activities and improve collaboration between Indigenous local communities and federal stakeholders

Agreement for Engagement Activities to Support the Oceans Protection Plan$5.0Kvalue2024start2025end

To coordinate local engagement on marine or rail transportation strategies and policies To facilitate the use of Indigenous traditional knowledge when decisions are made about the marine or rail transportation system To support activities and improve collaboration between Indigenous local communities and federal stakeholders

Agreement for Engagement Activities to Support the Oceans Protection Plan$5.0Kvalue2023start2024end

To coordinate local engagement on marine or rail transportation strategies and policies To facilitate the use of Indigenous traditional knowledge when decisions are made about the marine or rail transportation system To support activities and improve collaboration between Indigenous local communities and federal stakeholders

Agreement for Engagement Activities to Support the Oceans Protection Plan$4.9Kvalue2023start2024end

To coordinate local engagement on marine or rail transportation strategies and policies To facilitate the use of Indigenous traditional knowledge when decisions are made about the marine or rail transportation system To support activities and improve collaboration between Indigenous local communities and federal stakeholders

Agreement for Engagement Activities to Support the Oceans Protection Plan$4.8Kvalue2023start2024end

To coordinate local engagement on marine transportation strategies and policies To facilitate the use of Indigenous traditional knowledge when decisions are made about the marine transportation system To support activities and improve collaboration between Indigenous local communities and federal stakeholders

Agreement for Engagement Activities to Support the Oceans Protection Plan$4.8Kvalue2024start2025end

CPFP

Agreement for Engagement Activities to Support the Oceans Protection Plan$4.7Kvalue2024start2025end

To coordinate local engagement on marine or rail transportation strategies and policies To facilitate the use of Indigenous traditional knowledge when decisions are made about the marine or rail transportation system To support activities and improve collaboration between Indigenous local communities and federal stakeholders

Agreement for Engagement Activities to Support the Oceans Protection Plan$4.6Kvalue2024start2025end

To coordinate local engagement on marine or rail transportation strategies and policies To facilitate the use of Indigenous traditional knowledge when decisions are made about the marine or rail transportation system To support activities and improve collaboration between Indigenous local communities and federal stakeholders

Agreement for Engagement Activities to Support the Oceans Protection Plan$4.5Kvalue2024start2025end

To coordinate local engagement on marine or rail transportation strategies and policies To facilitate the use of Indigenous traditional knowledge when decisions are made about the marine or rail transportation system To support activities and improve collaboration between Indigenous local communities and federal stakeholders

Agreement for Engagement Activities to Support the Oceans Protection Plan$4.4Kvalue2024start2025end

To coordinate local engagement on marine or rail transportation strategies and policies To facilitate the use of Indigenous traditional knowledge when decisions are made about the marine or rail transportation system To support activities and improve collaboration between Indigenous local communities and federal stakeholders

Agreement for Engagement Activities to Support the Oceans Protection Plan$4.2Kvalue2023start2024end

To coordinate local engagement on marine or rail transportation strategies and policies To facilitate the use of Indigenous traditional knowledge when decisions are made about the marine or rail transportation system To support activities and improve collaboration between Indigenous local communities and federal stakeholders

Agreement for Engagement Activities to Support the Oceans Protection Plan$3.9Kvalue2024start2025end

To coordinate local engagement on marine or rail transportation strategies and policies To facilitate the use of Indigenous traditional knowledge when decisions are made about the marine or rail transportation system To support activities and improve collaboration between Indigenous local communities and federal stakeholders

Agreement for Engagement Activities to Support the Oceans Protection Plan$3.7Kvalue2025start2025end

To coordinate local engagement on marine or rail transportation strategies and policies To facilitate the use of Indigenous traditional knowledge when decisions are made about the marine or rail transportation system To support activities and improve collaboration between Indigenous local communities and federal stakeholders

Agreement for Engagement Activities to Support the Oceans Protection Plan$3.5Kvalue2025start2025end

To coordinate local engagement on marine or rail transportation strategies and policies To facilitate the use of Indigenous traditional knowledge when decisions are made about the marine or rail transportation system To support activities and improve collaboration between Indigenous local communities and federal stakeholders

Departments

Fisheries and Oceans Canada6agreements$2.7Mvalue5programs
  • Salish Sea Initiative Contribution Program
  • CCG Marine Operation & Response TPP-Contributions
  • Aquatic Habitat Restoration Fund
  • Community Participation And Co-Development Contribution Program
  • Indigenous Habitat Participation Program- Grants

All grants from Fisheries and Oceans Canada

Transport Canada42agreements$709Kvalue5programs
  • Program to Protect Canada's Coastlines and Waterways (PPCCW) / Indigenous and Local Communities Engagement and Partnership Program
  • Community Participation Funding Program
  • Marine Safety Equipment and Training Program
  • Community Participation Funding Program (CPFP) / Programme de financement de la participation communautaire (PFPC)
  • Program to Advance Indigenous Reconciliation (PAIR) / Implementation of the Canadian Navigable Waters Act - Indigenous Participant Funding Program

All grants from Transport Canada

Natural Resources Canada5agreements$467Kvalue3programs
  • Contributions in support of Indigenous Advisory and Monitoring Committees for Energy Infrastructure Projects (Committees)
  • Contributions in support of Indigenous Participation in Dialogues
  • Contributions in support of the Indigenous Consultations Participant Funding Program

All grants from Natural Resources Canada

Impact Assessment Agency of Canada3agreements$57.2Kvalue2programs
  • Participant Funding Program
  • Policy Dialogue Program

All grants from Impact Assessment Agency of Canada

Department of Finance Canada1agreements$50.0Kvalue1programs
  • Indigenous Participant Funding Program

All grants from Department of Finance Canada

Parks Canada2agreements$10.0Kvalue1programs
  • General Class Grants and Contributions Program

All grants from Parks Canada

Years

20262agreements$2.3Kvalue1programs
  • Community Participation Funding Program
20259agreements$556Kvalue4programs
  • Program to Protect Canada's Coastlines and Waterways (PPCCW) / Indigenous and Local Communities Engagement and Partnership Program
  • Marine Safety Equipment and Training Program
  • Indigenous Habitat Participation Program- Grants
  • Community Participation Funding Program
202418agreements$69.7Kvalue2programs
  • Community Participation Funding Program
  • General Class Grants and Contributions Program
202315agreements$1.5Mvalue5programs
  • CCG Marine Operation & Response TPP-Contributions
  • Aquatic Habitat Restoration Fund
  • Community Participation And Co-Development Contribution Program
  • Community Participation Funding Program
  • Program to Advance Indigenous Reconciliation (PAIR) / Implementation of the Canadian Navigable Waters Act - Indigenous Participant Funding Program
20221agreements$50.0Kvalue1programs
  • Contributions in support of Indigenous Advisory and Monitoring Committees for Energy Infrastructure Projects (Committees)
20215agreements$154Kvalue2programs
  • Contributions in support of Indigenous Participation in Dialogues
  • Community Participation Funding Program
20203agreements$1.2Mvalue3programs
  • Salish Sea Initiative Contribution Program
  • Indigenous Participant Funding Program
  • Participant Funding Program
20194agreements$287Kvalue4programs
  • Contributions in support of Indigenous Advisory and Monitoring Committees for Energy Infrastructure Projects (Committees)
  • Contributions in support of the Indigenous Consultations Participant Funding Program
  • Community Participation Funding Program (CPFP) / Programme de financement de la participation communautaire (PFPC)
  • Policy Dialogue Program
20182agreements$100Kvalue2programs
  • Contributions in support of Indigenous Advisory and Monitoring Committees for Energy Infrastructure Projects (Committees)
  • Participant Funding Program

Contains information licensed under the Open Government Licence – Canada. Source: Government of Canada proactive disclosure of grants and contributions (open.canada.ca, dataset 432527ab-7aac-45b5-81d6-7597107a7013), 1,327,352 rows as published, collapsed to one agreement per agreement number (per reference number where none is given) at its latest amendment, which carries the full agreement value. Years are the agreement start year. Agreements with individuals are counted but not named.