Across NunatuKavut, energy security/insecurity greatly impacts the quality of life for NunatuKavut Inuit. Energy efficiency initiatives that leave sustainable impacts and support energy education and awareness within NunatuKavut are a key focus for NCC.
Round 1 of NCC’s Community Energy Micro-Grant Program in 2023 was such a success that our growing Energy team sought and obtained more funding from Natural Resources Canada’s (NRCan) Indigenous Off-Diesel Initiative (IODI) to provide another round of funds!
In 2023, four community organizations availed of funds to improve energy efficiency in their day-to-day operations with benefits to community members. We are now launching Round 2 with funding for up to 12 projects aimed at encouraging community leaders to think of clean energy options for the needs and priorities of their communities!
All projects or initiatives must:
- Demonstrate how it targets the needs of NunatuKavut Inuit and communities.
- Enhance education in your community around cleaner energy options and use.
- Reduce greenhouse gas emissions by conserving energy through higher efficient building supplies and building upgrades.
- Address a sustainability need (economic, environmental, or societal) which may help build the foundation necessary to pursue future sustainable energy initiatives.
Application Deadline
May 16, 2025, at 4:00 p.m. ADT
Eligible Applicants
- Local governance structures in NunatuKavut (municipality or local service district).
- Non-profit or community groups in NunatuKavut that serve all community members.
Funding
A one-time grant of $5,000 is available.
Eligible Expenses
Grants must be used for expenses related to clean energy improvements or retrofits in your organization. This includes:
- Clean energy sources such as solar or other clean energy systems.
- High efficiency electrical equipment or appliances used in community buildings (i.e. lightbulbs, refrigerators, heat sources, etc.)
- Insulation, windows, doors that improve energy efficiency.
- Meeting other sustainability needs which may enable future clean energy initiatives (a clear link must be described in your application).
- Funds can be issued as a reimbursement for expenses already incurred or used for a new purchase.
Reimbursement (for expenses incurred between May 1, 2024 and March 1, 2025)
- Expenses can include a contribution toward a higher cost item/system or multiple expenses relating to equipment required for overall clean energy upgrades to existing structures.
- Costs incurred from May 1, 2024 to March 1, 2025 ONLY will be eligible.
- Proof of purchase and installation will be required with each application to be eligible for reimbursement.
New Purchases
- A quote showing cost of equipment and installation will be required with application.
Application Process
Please submit complete packages which include:
- Completed application
- All receipts/quotes (missing information will delay processing)
Complete packages received by deadline of May 16, 2025, at 4:00 (ADT) will be considered. Please submit by email to Madison Dyson, Community Energy Intern at energyintern@nunatukavut.ca with the subject line “Community Energy Micro Grant Application – Round 2.”
For more information on this program, please contact Madison at (709) 899-2692.