Deadline: 15-Sep-2025
Applications are now open for the Regional Connectivity Envelope (RCE), a funding initiative supporting Canadian non-governmental stakeholders and Indigenous organizations—First Nations, Inuit, and Métis—in building engagement with the Indo-Pacific region.
The RCE aims to strengthen connections between Canadian researchers and institutions—including academic bodies, think tanks, cultural organizations, business associations, and advocacy groups—and their counterparts in the Indo-Pacific. The program is also intended to raise Canada’s profile in the region, enhance access to influential networks, and foster strategic partnerships.
Projects may involve participating in conferences, events, or research initiatives, or taking a leading role by hosting or co-hosting such activities. Funding ranges from a minimum of $20,000 to a maximum of $250,000, and projects can last up to two years.
Eligible expenses under the program include costs related to registration, participation, venues, hospitality (excluding alcohol), promotional and training materials, travel, research equipment, translation, student hiring, and event organization. This covers logistical elements such as facility rentals, supplies, and personnel directly involved in implementing the event or project.
However, the program does not fund indirect or overhead costs, entertainment (including alcohol), luxury items, financial charges, membership fees, patent costs, non-essential medical expenses, interest charges, or costs related to non-authorized family members or personnel.
To be eligible, the applying organization must be legally incorporated in Canada and possess a Canada Revenue Agency business number. Indigenous organizations must also provide supporting documents about their history, governance, or ownership. Only one Canadian organization may collaborate with one Indo-Pacific partner per proposal, and applications from governments, for-profits, multilateral institutions, or individuals are not allowed.
Each eligible organization can submit up to four proposals. Any additional proposals beyond this limit will not be considered, and organizations must coordinate internally before submission.
For more information, visit Government of Canada.
