For quick answers to common queries, please consult the Frequently Asked Questions section below!
Have questions about funding, the application process or other information related to the Eeyou EcoFund? We have provided answers to some frequently asked questions below.
Cree communities, councils, recognized organizations, and Cree-owned businesses.
Note that at this time, Winter 2025/2026, only the Biodiversity Conservation fund is open. Projects that are eligible are aligned with biodiversity / nature conservation, restoration, protection and education.
Here are a few examples of projects that align with the EcoFund targets:
Council resolution is not mandatory, but highly recommended.
Your application and proposed budget are reviewed, then evaluated by the Selection and Steering Committees.
Yes! Use the contact form to get in touch with our team for assistance and guidance.
Over $6 million is already secured for the Biodiversity Conservation Stream, with $2.5M accessible for fiscal year 2025-26. Additional funding is anticipated in the coming years, including funds for other programs focused on Water Protection and Climate Change Adaptation.
The Eeyou EcoFund was launched in Fall 2025 to help Cree communities, organizations, and businesses lead projects rooted in Cree values, Traditional Knowledge, and environmental stewardship. Applications are accepted year-round. Project proposals will be evaluated 3-4 times a year, with the next review period deadline on February 1st, 2026.
Each stream of the Eeyou EcoFund will be backed by a specific provincial initiative.
The Biodiversity Conservation Stream, now open, is supported through funding allocated to Indigenous Peoples under the Gouvernement du Québec’s Nature Plan 2030.
