The Government of the Northwest Territories is once again offering funding to organizations to help get families out on the land. The Take a Family on the Land Program is designed to help offset the costs of participating in land-based experiences like camping, boating, fishing and hunting, and traditional activities, so more Northerners can get involved.

Any NWT Indigenous government, Indigenous organization, community government, or non-profit association can apply for funding to support their communities. Individuals cannot apply for this program directly, but can approach eligible organizations in their community. Successful applicants will receive up to $10,000 to help support families who may not have the resources to participate in on-the-land activities.

This program is intended to support families that include any two or more people who play an important role in each other’s lives. All family combinations, including 2SLGBTQIPA+ families, single-parent families, and multigenerational families, are eligible.

Applications are open from April 25 to May 20, 2023.

Quote(s)

“I am pleased to announce that the popular Take A Family on the Land Program has returned for a second year. Going out on the land is important to residents of the Northwest Territories, and this program helps to ensure more opportunities are available to families.  I hope families from across the NWT take advantage of this opportunity to participate in land-based activities and learn together.”

- Shane Thompson, Minister of Environment and Climate Change

Quick Facts

• Any NWT Indigenous government, Indigenous organization, community/municipal government, or non-profit association can apply for funding to support their communities, members, or clients.
• Individuals are not able to apply directly, but can reach out to eligible organizations in their community to encourage them to apply.
• Eligible activities will help families engage in memorable, meaningful and transformative land-based experiences that include Northern perspectives, values, and practices.
• Applicants can apply for up to $10,000 each.

Related links

• Apply Now: Take a Family on the Land
• Take a Family on the Land Program - Application Guidelines
• Take a Family on the Land Program - Application Form

For media requests, please contact:

Mike Westwick

Manager, Communications and Public Affairs

Department of Environment and Climate Change

Government of the Northwest Territories

Mike_Westwick@gov.nt.ca