The Government of Canada remains committed to supporting First Nations, Inuit and Métis peoples in fostering strong, healthy and vibrant Indigenous communities across the country.
Access to sport and physical activity is fundamental to supporting these social outcomes. Today, the Honourable Adam van Koeverden, Secretary of State (Sport), announced the 2026-2028 funding recipients for the Sport for Social Development in Indigenous Communities (SSDIC) program.
Through this $22.8-million investment, Indigenous-led projects will expand access to sport and physical activity in communities across the country. These initiatives will prioritize culturally relevant and community-designed programming to empower Indigenous people, including youth, women, girls, 2SLGBTQI+ individuals and persons with disabilities.
In Edmonton, $1,226,255 will be invested in three Indigenous-led projects aimed at expanding access to sport and physical activity.
Since 2019, the SSDIC program, in collaboration with Indigenous-led organizations and governments, has benefited hundreds of communities across Canada.
Please consult the backgrounders for a detailed list of 2026-2028 Stream One, Stream Two and Stream Three recipients.
