The Food Systems Program (FSP) supports Indigenous communities in reaching their food security and food sovereignty goals. The FSP distributes grants and provides support with capacity building, technical training, networking, and cultural sharing through in-person gatherings, online events, and resource sharing. 

The application intake opens on Wednesday, May 29th 2024 and closes on Thursday, July 4th 2024. 

Application Instructions 

  1. Start the online application, this application must be completed in one sitting. Application will NOT save. You can find a read-only pdf version of the application for download and preparation in the template section below. Contact sgrossebroemer@isparc.ca if there are any issues.
  2. Download, complete, and email the budget template to sgrossebroemer@isparc.ca. Make sure to use a title that clearly identifies the applicant and topic (FSP grant budget) in the email subject line as well as for the document.  
  3. You will receive confirmation once your application is submitted. Please contact sgrossebroemer@isparc.ca immediately if you do not.  
  4. You will receive notice of a decision within 3 weeks post-deadline.  
  5. If you are successful, we highly encourage you to enroll with I·SPARC to receive direct deposit. This ensures secure and timely deposits of funds. Please have your finance department complete and send the Direct Deposit Form and attached void cheque to sgrossebroemer@isparc.ca 

Download Templates 

  1. Budget Template
  2. Direct Deposit Form
  3. Application Template – Read Only Version 

The deadline to submit applications is Thursday, July 4th 2024.

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