The Assembly of First Nations and the Government of Canada released the fifth annual report of the Joint Committee on Climate Action (JCCA). This report is a response to the increasing effects of climate change seen across Canada. Through the JCCA, both the AFN and Canada demonstrate their continued commitment to partnership-driven climate solutions, where First Nations are recognized and empowered as leaders of climate action. |
Canada, provincial, and Indigenous governments' representatives launched the National Adaptation Strategy. Over the last two years of engagement, the Strategy was built on common goals, objectives, and targets to focus the efforts of governments and communities across key areas to ensure that future investments are targeted and effective. The Strategy lays out an agreed-upon framework with a whole-of-society approach to reducing risk and building climate-resilient communities. |
The Go Electric Emotive program, administered by Plug in BC (Fraser Basin Council), currently offers free EV test drive events for Indigenous communities in BC. Staff will bring an electric vehicle and an event kit, including resources about vehicle types, charging stations, and EV road trips. There is no associated cost to program visits or facility rentals, event insurance and volunteer rewards. |
Communities can request an EV test drive event via email. |
The 20/20 Catalysts Program has been successful in building Indigenous clean energy capacity across the country by establishing partnerships between Indigenous communities, utilities, clean energy development firms, Crown governments, and clean energy companies. |
The BC Wildlife Federation will host a Wetlands Institute program to upgrade stewardship skills. The program is a week-long boot camp offering hands-on training in practical field skills. Field skills will include planning, design, construction and restoration work to facilitate the recovery and enhancement of wetlands. After completion of the program, participants receive a certificate of completion. |
Cost: No Charge for applicants with Wetland or Watershed projects that benefit BC or Guardians. |
Engagement on Net-Zero Requirements for New Industrial Facilities Deadline: September 20, 2023 |
The Climate Action Secretariat (CAS) invites Indigenous Peoples, communities and organizations to provide feedback on the Net Zero New Industry policy. The policy is intended to help BC achieve its legislated greenhouse gas emission targets for the industrial sector by 2050. |
The Province is interested in the following questions: - What other measures can support new industry achieve net-zero requirements?
- Should there be limitations on how many offset facilities can use?
- Policy Impacts on Indigenous Rights and Title?
- How might policy impact communities?
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Sistering Indigenous and Western Science (SINEWS) is a paid mentorship program intended to increase the representation and participation of Indigenous and non-Indigenous women in science-related disciplines and research. |
Pairs of female-identifying students, one of which must be Indigenous, will propose, develop, implement and report research projects relevant to community needs and are supported within the mandate of Natural Resources Canada (NRACan) for a 4-8 month term position. |
The successful candidate will demonstrate experience working to advance Indigenous title and rights, addressing climate change, and managing dynamic projects in parallel with other initiatives. This is an excellent opportunity to be part of a leading, member-driven Indigenous political advocacy organization. |
The contract length is 18 months, with an opportunity for a potential extension. The location is in Vancouver, BC. |
Indigenous communities (bands) can receive free energy-saving products or rebates, alongside training needed to upgrade homes in their community. The funding range per project can be below $100,00 or $100,000-$1,000,000. |
The program offers two streams of funding: - Provides free energy-saving products, salary support and installation training.
- Provides rebates for deeper home energy upgrades such as insulation, air sealing, windows and doors, ventilation, thermostats, heat pumps, water heaters, fridge and freezer replacements.
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First Nation Adapt funding is allocated for communities below the 60th parallel and responds to climate change impacts on community infrastructure and disaster risk reduction. |
The program provides support for communities to address one or more of the following programs: - Risk assessments of climate change impacts on community infrastructure or emergency management.
- Development and assessment of adaptation options.
- Cost-benefit analysis of adaptation options.
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Indigenous Clean Energy has received funding from Natural Resources Canada (NRCan) to accelerate the implementation of electric vehicle (EV) charging stations across Canada. The EV Charge Up Program will provide up to 75% financial rebates to increase EV infrastructure projects in public places, on-street, multi-unit residential buildings and workplaces. |
The IPCA Knowledge Basket is a digital space created to honour, celebrate, and catalyze Indigenous-led conservation pathways in Canada, including Indigenous Protected and Conserved Areas (IPCA). The IPCA knowledge Basket holds stories, videos, songs, government reports and policies, academic articles, resources, and artwork. |
This digital space available for anyone who wishes to support Indigenous Protected and Conserved Areas (IPCAs) and Indigenous led-conservation. |
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