SIMPCW FIRST NATION: federal grants and contributions

Updated 12 October 2026 · Barriere, BC · grants and contributions register · Kamloops–Thompson–Cariboo

SIMPCW FIRST NATION: federal grants and contributions: 53 agreements; $77.0M value; 13 departments; 18 programs.

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53agreements
$77.0Mvalue
13departments
18programs

Largest agreements

1920-BC-000029$53.0Mvalue2019start2029end

Not a Project (Mandated or Core Funding)

  • Indigenous Services Canada
  • Child and Family Services, Community Infrastructure, Economic Development, Education, Governance, Individual Affairs, Land Management, NFR - Grant, Other Program Reporting, Social Development
Agreement$16.2Mvalue2024start–end

Raush Valley Indigenous Protected and Conserved Area

5A440-CED-2022-301 Simpcw First Nation CEDP 22-26$1.3Mvalue2022start2026end

The purpose of this program is to enhance salmon, their habitat and through public education, stewardship and engagement contribute to ecosystem health and economic productivity.

Agreement$799Kvalue2023start–end

Species at Risk Recovery in Simpcw Territory

Agreement$573Kvalue2021start–end

Simpcw Grizzly Bear Inventory and Monitoring Project

SIMPCW FIRST NATION Terrestrial Studies Initiative$500Kvalue2020start2022end

The purpose of this agreement is to facilitate Indigenous participation in dialogues, increase traditional knowledge and support improved understanding of land-based impacts of resource development.

Complete a Cottonwood Ecosystems and Species at Risk Study (SAR)$487Kvalue2020start2021end

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)
Indigenous Advisory and Monitoring Committee for the Trans Mountain Expansion Project - Indigenous Monitoring Program$430Kvalue2019start2023end

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)
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Technical Supports to Emergency Management Subcommittee$351Kvalue2020start2023end

The purpose of this agreement is to support the participation of Indigenous peoples on 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)
Agreement$266Kvalue2018start–end

Establishment of a contribution program to support rebuilding of vulnerable salmon stocks and improve fish habitat to sustain salmon populations.

Aquatic Habitat Restoration Fund$248Kvalue2023start2024end

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.

Simpcw First Nation AHRF-2022-0006$247Kvalue2022start2024end

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.

GC-129182S$224Kvalue2019start2020end

The purpose of this agreement is to deliver skills training to increase employment opportunities related to TMX.

  • Natural Resources Canada
  • Contributions in support of Indigenous Advisory and Monitoring Committees for Energy Infrastructure Projects (Committees)
SIMPCW FIRST NATION Terrestrial Cumulative Effects Initiative$200Kvalue2021start2022end

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

Monitoring and evaluation study of TMX work camps and other influx of temporary workers (phase 1)$193Kvalue2019start2020end

To examine impacts of work camps/influx of temporary workers on Indigenous communities, particularly on Indigenous women and girls, and work with communities to advance strategies aimed at reducing negative impacts.

  • Natural Resources Canada
  • Contributions in support of Indigenous Advisory and Monitoring Committees for Energy Infrastructure Projects (Committees)
SIMPCW FIRST NATION SOCIO-ECONOMIC MONITORING PROGRAM$183Kvalue2021start2023end

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)
Terrestrial Cumulative Effects Initiative Contributions Program$135Kvalue2022start2024end

To encourage scientific research and related scientific activities (e.g. data collection, integration, monitoring, and communication, including communication via conferences and symposia) and dissemination of scientific knowledge in the areas of: (a) Fisheries and Aquaculture Science; (b) Ecosystem Science; (c) Oceanography and Modelling; and (d) Freshwater Science.

Increasing Indigenous Inclusion in the Incidental Command System$102Kvalue2019start2019end

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)
Indigenous Economic Participation in Trans Mountain - Participant Funding Program Contribution Agreement$100Kvalue2025start2026end

The Recipient will participate in activities directly related and attributable to participation in Finance Canada’s engagement process on Indigenous economic participation in Trans Mountain to benefit their communities. It is expected that the Indigenous Participant Funding Program will help to support the meaningful participation of Indigenous groups in initiatives related to the future divestment of Trans Mountain, led by Finance Canada or within the Minister of Finance’s purview.

SIMPCW FIRST NATION Aquatic Habitat Restoration Fund Capacity Funding$100Kvalue2021start2023end

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

Indigenous Capacity Support Program$99.0Kvalue2021start–end

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

Cranberry Marsh Cultural and Ecological Signage$95.0Kvalue2024start2026end

Museums Assistance Program - Indigenous Heritage

GC-129191S$90.8Kvalue2018start2019end

The purpose of this agreement is to support the participation of Indigenous peoples on 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)
Participant Funding Program$80.0Kvalue2019start–end

Funding awarded to prepare for and participate in the public hearing process to reconsider aspects of the Trans Mountain recommendation report.

Simpcw Exhibit at Valemount Museum$75.7Kvalue2019start2020end

Museum Assistance Program (MAP)

Agreement$70.5Kvalue2011start–end
Harper Creek Mine Project$67.5Kvalue2017start–end
GC-129387S$55.9Kvalue2019start2020end

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.

Contribution Agreement to Provide Capacity Funding to Simpcw First Nation$50.0Kvalue2020start2023end

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/

Agreement$50.0Kvalue2023start–end

Engagement on Protected and/or Conserved Areas in Simpcw First Nation Territory

Agreement$50.0Kvalue2013start–end
Building Community Capacity In Emergency Preparedness & Response - Equipment Purchase$50.0Kvalue2020start2021end

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)
Building Community Capacity Needs to Advance Indigenous Issues in Emergency Management – Equipment Procurement$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)
North Thompson Indian Band$42.8Kvalue2018start2018end

N/A

GC-129555S$40.0Kvalue2019start2020end

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.

Youth - Canada Summer Jobs$39.2Kvalue2021start2022end

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.

Agreement$38.1Kvalue2009start–end
Agreement$35.3Kvalue2010start–end
Salmon Enhancement Programming$35.0Kvalue2025start2026end

The purpose of this program is to enhance salmon, their habitat and through public education, stewardship and engagement contribute to ecosystem health and economic productivity.

Youth - Canada Summer Jobs$26.5Kvalue2019start2019end

Through the application of national and local priorities, the CSJ program seeks to provide youth 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. The CSJ program is delivered by the Department of ESD.

Departments

Indigenous Services Canada1agreements$53.0Mvalue1programs
  • Child and Family Services, Community Infrastructure, Economic Development, Education, Governance, Individual Affairs, Land Management, NFR - Grant, Other Program Reporting, Social Development

All grants from Indigenous Services Canada

Environment and Climate Change Canada4agreements$17.7Mvalue0programs
Natural Resources Canada18agreements$3.1Mvalue4programs
  • 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
  • Contributions in Support of Home Retrofits

All grants from Natural Resources Canada

Fisheries and Oceans Canada7agreements$2.3Mvalue4programs
  • Salmon Enhancement Programming
  • Aquatic Habitat Restoration Fund
  • Terrestrial Cumulative Effects Initiative Contributions Program
  • Aboriginal Fisheries Strategy - Negotiation and Implementation of Fisheries Agreements (AFS / NIFA)

All grants from Fisheries and Oceans Canada

Impact Assessment Agency of Canada4agreements$247Kvalue2programs
  • Indigenous Capacity Support Program
  • Participant Funding Program

All grants from Impact Assessment Agency of Canada

Employment and Social Development Canada7agreements$192Kvalue2programs
  • Youth - Canada Summer Jobs
  • New Horizons for Seniors Program

All grants from Employment and Social Development Canada

Canadian Heritage3agreements$190Kvalue2programs
  • Museum Assistance Program (MAP)
  • Museums Assistance Program - Indigenous Heritage

All grants from Canadian Heritage

Department of Finance Canada2agreements$150Kvalue1programs
  • Indigenous Participant Funding Program

All grants from Department of Finance Canada

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Canada Energy Regulator1agreements$80.0Kvalue1programs
  • Participant Funding Program

All grants from Canada Energy Regulator

Western Economic Diversification Canada2agreements$73.4Kvalue0programs
Veterans Affairs Canada1agreements$50.0Kvalue0programs
Crown-Indigenous Relations and Northern Affairs Canada1agreements$8.2Kvalue1programs
  • CIRNAC - Governance and Institutions of Government

All grants from Crown-Indigenous Relations and Northern Affairs Canada

Transport Canada2agreements$7.9Kvalue1programs
  • Community Participation Funding Program

All grants from Transport Canada

Years

20254agreements$165Kvalue4programs
  • Indigenous Participant Funding Program
  • Salmon Enhancement Programming
  • Aboriginal Fisheries Strategy - Negotiation and Implementation of Fisheries Agreements (AFS / NIFA)
  • Participant Funding Program
20245agreements$16.4Mvalue3programs
  • Museums Assistance Program - Indigenous Heritage
  • Youth - Canada Summer Jobs
  • Community Participation Funding Program
20235agreements$1.1Mvalue3programs
  • Aquatic Habitat Restoration Fund
  • Youth - Canada Summer Jobs
  • Contributions in Support of Home Retrofits
20224agreements$1.8Mvalue4programs
  • Salmon Enhancement Programming
  • Aquatic Habitat Restoration Fund
  • Terrestrial Cumulative Effects Initiative Contributions Program
  • Contributions in support of Indigenous Advisory and Monitoring Committees for Energy Infrastructure Projects (Committees)
20216agreements$1.2Mvalue4programs
  • Contributions in support of Indigenous Participation in Dialogues
  • Contributions in support of Indigenous Advisory and Monitoring Committees for Energy Infrastructure Projects (Committees)
  • Indigenous Capacity Support Program
  • Youth - Canada Summer Jobs
20208agreements$1.5Mvalue5programs
  • Contributions in support of Indigenous Advisory and Monitoring Committees for Energy Infrastructure Projects (Committees)
  • Contributions in support of Indigenous Participation in Dialogues
  • Indigenous Participant Funding Program
  • Museum Assistance Program (MAP)
  • Youth - Canada Summer Jobs
201911agreements$54.2Mvalue8programs
  • Child and Family Services, Community Infrastructure, Economic Development, Education, Governance, Individual Affairs, Land Management, NFR - Grant, Other Program Reporting, Social Development
  • Contributions in support of Indigenous Advisory and Monitoring Committees for Energy Infrastructure Projects (Committees)
  • Participant Funding Program
  • Museum Assistance Program (MAP)
  • Contributions in support of the Indigenous Consultations Participant Funding Program
  • Contributions in support of Indigenous Participation in Dialogues
20183agreements$400Kvalue2programs
  • Contributions in support of Indigenous Advisory and Monitoring Committees for Energy Infrastructure Projects (Committees)
  • Youth - Canada Summer Jobs
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20172agreements$75.8Kvalue2programs
  • Participant Funding Program
  • CIRNAC - Governance and Institutions of Government
20161agreements$26.0Kvalue0programs
    20131agreements$50.0Kvalue0programs
      20111agreements$70.5Kvalue0programs
        20101agreements$35.3Kvalue0programs
          20091agreements$38.1Kvalue0programs

            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.