Join the Climate Action Network

Enrollment in ICAN

We are accepting ongoing applications for the Indigenous Climate Action Network (ICAN) 2024 cohort. This initiative aims to support remote Indigenous communities in British Columbia in their Indigenous-led, community-based climate action work.

What is the Indigenous Climate Action Network (ICAN)?

The Network offers a variety of resources and support to participating communities to advance local community and climate resilience priorities and to support their Climate Action Coordinators to be effective in their work.

Funding for Climate Action Coordinator Position

  • $85,000 provided annually for a full-time staff position.
  • Covers salary, benefits, technology and other employee related expenses.

Community Support

  • Support with hiring including sample job description
  • Support as needed once the Climate Action Coordinator is hired

Climate Action Coordinator Support

  • Offer individual support through one-on-one coaching, training and mentorship.
  • Offer peer mentorship support through monthly meetings, quarterly mentorship sessions, group trainings and events, and knowledge sharing

Who Is eligible

This program is open to remote Indigenous communities in BC who are reliant on diesel generation for electricity.

How to Apply?

To apply for the 2024 cohort of ICAN, please complete the following steps:

  • Complete the Community Readiness Checklist: We have provided a comprehensive checklist in the application form. This checklist will help assess your community’s readiness to participate in the program and guide you through the application process.
  • Complete a Band Council Resolution: We kindly ask that you secure a Band Council Resolution expressing your community’s commitment and intention to participate in the Indigenous Climate Action Network. The resolution should be duly signed by the appropriate authorities within your community.

Once you have completed the Community Readiness Checklist and the Band Council Resolution, please submit them by email to climate@coastalfirstnations.ca

We understand you may have questions or require further clarification about the application process or the program. Please feel free to reach out to us at climate@coastalfirstnations.ca. We are here to assist and provide any necessary support.

Download the ICAN Application Form

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