Ktunaxa Nation Council Society: federal grants and contributions

Updated 12 October 2026 · Cranbrook, BC · grants and contributions register · Kamloops-Thompson-Nicola

Ktunaxa Nation Council Society: federal grants and contributions: 28 agreements; $9.3M value; 10 departments; 15 programs.

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28agreements
$9.3Mvalue
10departments
15programs

Largest agreements

819328$2.3Mvalue2022start2026end

Broadband project that will improve access to high-speed Internet to 225 households located in 10 communities in the Columbia Basin region, British Columbia, using fibre and fixed wireless technologies.

KNC ARM2019-MLT-1004-6$1.0Mvalue2019start2023end

Support Indigenous groups as they develop, grow and maintain aquatic resource and oceans management departments that can provide fisheries, habitat, science, and oceans related services along a watershed.

“Facilitation of Ktunaxa Activities, Engagement and Collaboration in the National Parks”; “Ktunaxa ʔa·knusti Guardians Program”; “Visitor Experience Strategy for Rogers Pass National Historic Site”; and “Ktunaxa Nation Council’s Participation in the Proposed Twinning of the Trans-Canada Highway in Yoho National Park”.$916Kvalue2024start2027end

Facilitation of Ktunaxa Activities, Engagement and Collaboration in the National Parks: This contribution supports activities and engagement of Ktunaxa Nation Council, related to the operations and management of Yoho, Kootenay, Glacier, and Mount Revelstoke national parks. Ktunaxa ʔa·knusti Guardians Program: This contribution supports the development of a Ktunaxa ʔa·knusti Guardians Program proposal with terms of reference and a timeline for implementation, including a pilot phase. This will expand the existing ʔa·knusti Guardians Program into Yoho, Kootenay, Mount Revelstoke and Glacier nati

Indigenous Capacity Support Program$899Kvalue2023start–end

Contribution as part of the Indigenous Capacity Support Program to Ktunaxa Nation Council Society to assist in improving assessments, policy engagement, assessment monitoring and follow-up activities.

515913$595Kvalue2025start2026end

Broadband project that will improve access to high-speed Internet to 39 households, in the regions of Bartholomew Lake and Kootenay No. 1 (ʔaq̓am), British Columbia using fibre technology.

2627-BC-000008$479Kvalue2026start2031end

Not a Project (Mandated or Core Funding)

IELCC- Urgent Repairs and Renovations$361Kvalue2023start2025end

The objectives of the program are to:.•Support greater influence and control over Indigenous ELCC programs and services by Indigenous peoples;.•Improve quality and accessibility of Indigenous ELCC with an emphasis on cultural and language content;.•Support a more holistic and integrated system of quality ELCC services for Indigenous peoples; and.•Adapt and improve existing federal programs to be more flexible, adaptable and horizontal across federal departments as a first step prior to transferring control..

Agreement$354Kvalue2008start–end
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2122-BC-000024$345Kvalue2021start2027end

Not a Project (Mandated or Core Funding)

Agreement$315Kvalue2017start–end
Akisqnuk First Nation Housing Workforce Development Project$299Kvalue2021start2024end

The objectives of the Youth Employment and Skills Strategy Program (YESSP) are to help all youth navigate through the labour market and to successfully transition into sustained employment. These objectives are attained by supporting the needs of all youth, especially youth facing barriers to develop skills, knowledge and networks through education, skills development and meaningful work experiences.

Business Directory and Economic Engagement Portal$255Kvalue2020start2020end

The objective of this project is to enhance Indigenous participation in the natural resource economy, and support governance, and First Nation, government, and/or industry engagement.

1617-BC-000064$234Kvalue2016start2021end

Not a Project (Mandated or Core Funding)

“Our Land, Our Stories, Our Words” Publication Project$180Kvalue2022start2023end

This contribution supports Ktunaxa Nation Council researching, writing and publishing a publication called Our Land, Our Stories, Our Words that captures Ktunaxa history, cultural values, oral and traditional history in a Ktunaxa voice.

SSDIC S2 24-26-SKNCS$176Kvalue2024start2026end

Sport Support Program - Other Supporting Initiatives

Agreement$125Kvalue2011start–end
1617-BC-000064$114Kvalue2016start2023end

Not a Project (Mandated or Core Funding)

Indigenous Capacity Support Program$100Kvalue2020start–end

Contribution as part of the Indigenous Capacity Support Program to Ktunaxa Nation Council Society to assist in improving assessments, policy engagement, assessment monitoring and follow-up activities.

Consultation on the Development of Aquatic Stewardship Plans for Yoho and Kootenay National Parks.$54.0Kvalue2022start2024end

The contribution supports the participation of the Ktunaxa Nation Council in the development of the Aquatics Stewardship Plans for Yoho and Kootenay National Parks.

Agreement$50.0Kvalue2006start–end
“Indigenous Engagement on Interpretation in Mount Revelstoke and Glacier National Parks”; “Engagement on the Mount Revelstoke and Glacier National Parks Fire Management Plan Renewal Process”; and “Facilitation and engagement for the development of a multi-species action plan for Mount Revelstoke and Glacier National Parks”$42.4Kvalue2026start2026end

“Indigenous Engagement on Interpretation in Mount Revelstoke and Glacier National Parks”: This contribution supports the development of an Indigenous interpretation exhibit that highlights diverse histories, perspectives, and connections to Mount Revelstoke and Glacier National Parks for public learning and engagement. “Engagement on the Mount Revelstoke and Glacier National Parks Fire Management Plan Renewal Process”: This contribution supports Indigenous engagement activities during the development of the Fire Management Plan for Mount Revelstoke and Glacier National Parks. “Facilitation and

Ktunaxa Nation Council Education and Employment Sector$32.6Kvalue2020start2020end

Through the application of national and local priorities, the CSJ program seeks to provide youth, particularly those who face barriers to employment with access to work opportunities. Funded employers must demonstrate that they are providing quality work experiences for youth that provide opportunities to develop and improve their skills.

Consultations for the Trans-Canada Highway Twinning Project (Phase IVB), Yoho National Park$30.5Kvalue2019start2020end

This contribution supports the participation of the Ktunaxa Nation Council Society in ongoing consultations with the aim to reach a final conclusion on the proposed project.

Ktuanxa Elders Wellness$25.0Kvalue2026start2027end

The objectives of the Program are: .• promoting volunteerism among seniors; .• engaging seniors in the community through.mentoring of others; .• expanding awareness of elder abuse, including.financial abuse; .• supporting social participation and inclusion of.seniors; and .• providing capital assistance for new and existing.community projects and/or programs for seniors. .

Community Priorities in Aquatic Stewardship$20.0Kvalue2022start2022end

This contribution supports the Ktunaxa Nation Council Society to solicit input from their communities regarding their priorities in aquatic stewardship. This information will be integrated into the development of Aquatic Stewardship Plans for Yoho and Kootenay National Parks.

Consultations for the Trans-Canada Highway Twinning Project (Phase IVB), Yoho National Park$18.3Kvalue2021start2022end

This contribution supports the participation of Ktunaxa Nation Council Society in ongoing consultations and collaboration in order to conclude the Determination for the Detailed Impact Analysis and a draft Terms of Reference for the Joint Technical Advisory Committee for the proposed Trans-Canada Highway Twinning Project (Phase IVB) in Yoho National Park.

Consultation on the Development of Aquatic Management Plans for Yoho and Kootenay National Parks$17.0Kvalue2021start2022end

This contribution supports the participation of the Ktunaxa Nation Council Society in the development of the Aquatics Management Plans for Yoho and Kootenay National Parks.

Indigenous Guardians Video$5.0Kvalue2025start2026end

This grant supports the documentation of Indigenous Guardian programs through video or photography. The initiative aims to create a lasting legacy and serve as an ongoing resource for the community, honouring and highlighting the contributions of Indigenous Guardians.

Departments

Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada2agreements$2.9Mvalue1programs
Parks Canada9agreements$1.3Mvalue2programs
  • General Class Grants and Contributions Program
  • General Class Contribution Program

All grants from Parks Canada

Fisheries and Oceans Canada1agreements$1.0Mvalue1programs
  • Aboriginal Aquatic Resource And Oceans Management Program (AAROM)

All grants from Fisheries and Oceans Canada

Impact Assessment Agency of Canada2agreements$999Kvalue1programs
  • Indigenous Capacity Support Program

All grants from Impact Assessment Agency of Canada

Indigenous Services Canada3agreements$938Kvalue3programs
  • Governance, Other Program Reporting
  • CIRNAC - Governance and Institutions of Government
  • CIRNAC - Treaties and Aboriginal Government

All grants from Indigenous Services Canada

Western Economic Diversification Canada3agreements$794Kvalue0programs
Employment and Social Development Canada4agreements$718Kvalue4programs
  • IELCC Repairs & Reno-FN
  • Youth Employment and Skills Strategy
  • Youth - Canada Summer Jobs
  • New Horizons for Seniors Program

All grants from Employment and Social Development Canada

Natural Resources Canada1agreements$255Kvalue1programs
  • Indigenous Natural Resource Partnerships

All grants from Natural Resources Canada

Crown-Indigenous Relations and Northern Affairs Canada1agreements$234Kvalue1programs
  • CIRNAC - Governance and Institutions of Government, Indian Government Support

All grants from Crown-Indigenous Relations and Northern Affairs Canada

Canadian Heritage2agreements$226Kvalue1programs
  • Sport Support Program - Other Supporting Initiatives

All grants from Canadian Heritage

Years

20263agreements$546Kvalue3programs
  • Governance, Other Program Reporting
  • General Class Grants and Contributions Program
  • New Horizons for Seniors Program
20252agreements$600Kvalue2programs
  • Universal Broadband Fund
  • General Class Grants and Contributions Program
20242agreements$1.1Mvalue2programs
  • General Class Grants and Contributions Program
  • Sport Support Program - Other Supporting Initiatives
20232agreements$1.3Mvalue2programs
  • Indigenous Capacity Support Program
  • IELCC Repairs & Reno-FN
20224agreements$2.5Mvalue2programs
  • Universal Broadband Fund
  • General Class Grants and Contributions Program
20214agreements$679Kvalue3programs
  • CIRNAC - Governance and Institutions of Government
  • Youth Employment and Skills Strategy
  • General Class Contribution Program
20203agreements$388Kvalue3programs
  • Indigenous Natural Resource Partnerships
  • Indigenous Capacity Support Program
  • Youth - Canada Summer Jobs
20192agreements$1.1Mvalue2programs
  • Aboriginal Aquatic Resource And Oceans Management Program (AAROM)
  • General Class Contribution Program
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20171agreements$315Kvalue0programs
    20162agreements$348Kvalue2programs
    • CIRNAC - Governance and Institutions of Government, Indian Government Support
    • CIRNAC - Treaties and Aboriginal Government
    20111agreements$125Kvalue0programs
      20081agreements$354Kvalue0programs
        20061agreements$50.0Kvalue0programs

          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.