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Funding to support B.C. First Nations efforts to develop infrastructure projects that braid together arts, culture, heritage and language activities.
The Braided Infrastructure Program (BIP) is provided by the FPCC Heritage and Arts Programs. Up to $70,000 in funding is available for B.C. First Nations infrastructure projects that conserve, repair or develop B.C First Nations’ cultural heritage, arts and language infrastructure.
Note: The Heritage Infrastructure Program (HIP) is now integrated with the Braided Infrastructure Program (BIP). For more information contact the program staff member listed at the bottom of this page.
Projects could include:
- Historical and cultural places, archives and cultural heritage collections that are of collective value to B.C. First Nations
- Construction or renovation of a permanent designated space to connect cultural activities, such as weaving, drawing, painting, regalia making and other creative expressions
- Physical infrastructure such as buildings, trails and structures that support public and community access to the:
- Stories of historic places and the places themselves
- Knowledge transfer of histories and cultural practices, crafts or trades
- Cultural materials that support telling the stories of historic sites and the transmission of community memory and traditional practices, arts and trades
- Art, music and cultural materials and forms
Eligibility
FPCC’s Heritage Program supports projects by the 204 B.C. First Nations communities and B.C.-based First Nations-led organizations whose mandate or focus includes the revitalization of First Nations’ heritage and arts.
FPCC respects the rights of all First Nations to deliver services to their communities. FPCC requires at least 65% of an organization’s board members/directors to include individuals from B.C. First Nations as they are the rightful stewards of their cultural heritage and are best equipped to lead the important work of protecting, sharing and revitalizing B.C. First Nations Heritage on these lands.
The following are eligible to apply:
- B.C. First Nations bands or Tribal Councils
- Not-for-profit societies registered in B.C. in good standing and governed by B.C. First Nations individuals where at least 65% of directors are from recognized B.C. First Nations
- B.C. First Nations-led museums or cultural spaces where at least 65% of directors are from recognized B.C. First Nations
- Urban and off-reserve B.C. First Nations organizations where at least 65% of directors are from recognized B.C. First Nations
- B.C. First Nations schools or adult education centres operating in B.C. on First Nations lands* (Please note that applications from First Nations schools that serve one community must be submitted through their respective Nation/Band Office.)
Additional heritage funding may be accessed through Heritage BC, Department of Canadian Heritage, Vancouver Foundation, Telus Foundation and the Mastercard Foundation. If you have any questions about your eligibility, please contact bip@fpcc.ca.
If you have questions about registering your organization as a society please see this resource with information on how to form a society in B.C. (Please note: This document is for reference only, FPCC is not able to provide advice on setting up a society.)
How to Apply
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Applications are received via the FPCC Grant Portal. Prior to applying, please review the two sets of guidelines below. The guidelines are optimized for accessibility purposes.
Applications may be submitted until 4:30 p.m. PT on February 24, 2026.
Information Session
View the info session below to help answer any questions you may have about the program, eligibility and how to apply.
Please note: The Heritage Infrastructure Program (HIP) is now integrated with the Braided Infrastructure Program (BIP).
Please help raise awareness about this opportunity by sharing this poster.
The Braided Infrastructure Program is funded by the Ministry of Indigenous Relations and Reconciliation through the Province of British Columbia.
Tools and Resources
We are here to support you!
Program staff are available to support you with your application. Contact the program staff listed at the bottom of this page, at least two weeks before the application deadline, if you would like assistance with your grant application.
If you have any questions about the application process, please reach out to the Heritage program staff no later than February 10, 2026. This includes eligibility, would like to discuss project planning and/or if you need support in completing your application.
Applications are completed on FPCC’s Grant Portal which functions best when used on a laptop or desktop computer. For applicants that require assistance with technology, we recommend having a friend, family member or someone they trust to assist them with completing and submitting the application.
Funding Process
We are here to ensure that the funding application process is as easy as possible! We offer a convenient online portal so applicants can access program applications and submit reports all in one place. For additional information please visit the Funding Process page.
Page image provided by Tina Robinson (Blackfish clan, Ginaaxangiik tribe, Lax Kw’alaams).
Program Contact
Lucas Roque
Lucas joined FPCC’s Heritage team in July 2022 and is supporting the Heritage Infrastructure Program grants.
Lucas has worked with indigenous and non-indigenous communities from many countries as a UNESCO expert, helping them plan and implement Intangible Cultural Heritage safeguard plans.