New Relationship Trust

New Relationship Trust The New Relationship Trust (NRT) is an independent non-profit organization dedicated to strengthening First Nations in BC through capacity building.

NRT invests in BC First Nations by supporting them in five key capacity development areas: Governance capacity, Education, Language & Culture, Youth & Elders, and Economic development.

Interested in applying to the Indigenous Labour Market Fund?NRT will be hosting an LMF webinar on June 22, 2026, from 1 ...
06/15/2026

Interested in applying to the Indigenous Labour Market Fund?

NRT will be hosting an LMF webinar on June 22, 2026, from 1 PM to 3 PM for organizations and communities interested in learning more about the fund.

This session will walk through project eligibility, how to apply, and what applicants should know before submitting. There will also be time for questions, including whether your project could be a fit for LMF funding.

The Indigenous Labour Market Fund supports Indigenous-led initiatives that strengthen employment opportunities, workforce participation, and long-term capacity across BC.

Register here: https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=LJs-eFLJiEum7feppoV3TNh_oBq2SXNLjWPIER0wCC5UNUZNM1gzWkNYQTU1TTZLWkQzOTZETTM3Ty4u

06/11/2026

Some knowledge is carried through stories. Some is carried through practice. Some is carried through food shared at the table.

For the Nuu-chah-nulth Youth Warrior Family, returning to seal harvesting is about reconnecting with cultural knowledge, strengthening community ties, and making sure land-based skills continue for future generations.

Through NRT’s Indigenous Food Security and Sovereignty Program, this work supported community members in harvesting seal in their territory and sharing a meal with people who had not eaten seal since the 1970s.

This is what food sovereignty can look like when it is led by community priorities: land-based learning, cultural knowledge, intergenerational connection, and food systems rooted in place.

The Warrior Toolkit is also available as a resource to help communities share land-based lessons, skills, and knowledge in ways that reflect their own priorities.

Learn more: https://ncnwarriors.org

On behalf of New Relationship Trust and BC Hydro, Mahihkan Management is hosting 3 information sessions on the First Nat...
06/10/2026

On behalf of New Relationship Trust and BC Hydro, Mahihkan Management is hosting 3 information sessions on the First Nations Electricity Program 2026 opening this fall.

Participants will be provided with an overview of the program design and have an opportunity to provide feedback and ask questions on program parameters.

The First Nations Electricity Program 2026 is a new stream of the BC Indigenous Clean Energy Initiative, to be administered separately. The program was developed to support First Nations economic development through the advancement of small-scale, First Nation-led, on-grid clean energy projects.

Successful applicants will enter into a funding agreement with the New Relationship Trust and an Electricity Purchase Agreement with BC Hydro.

More information on the program can be found in the attached backgrounder.https://newrelationshiptrust.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/FNEP-Information-Backgrounder.pdf

Virtual Session Dates & How to Register
The same information will be shared at each session. To register for a session, please click on the registration link and provide your information.

Date
Wednesday, June 24, 2026, from 9:00am-12:30pm PDT https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/virtual-information-sessions-on-first-nations-electricity-program-tickets-1990822689255?aff=oddtdtcreator

Thursday, June 25, 2026, from 9:00am-12:30pm PDT
https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/virtual-information-session-on-first-nations-electricity-program-tickets-1991011853049?aff=oddtdtcreator

Tuesday, July 7, 2026, from 9:00am-12:30pm PDT
https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/virtual-information-sessions-on-first-nations-electricity-program-tickets-1991014119829?aff=oddtdtcreator

Other Ways to Provide Feedback Participants are also welcome to send feedback and questions on the design of the First Nations Electricity Program 2026 to [email protected]

Did you know NRT has funding just for nursing students?Through the BC First Nations Student Scholarship and Bursaries Pr...
06/10/2026

Did you know NRT has funding just for nursing students?

Through the BC First Nations Student Scholarship and Bursaries Program, NRT offers Nursing Scholarships and Bursaries to support Indigenous nursing students studying full-time in B.C.

This funding helps reduce financial pressure so students can focus on their education, training, and the important work they are preparing to do in health care and community wellness.

Applications are now open.

Learn more and apply:
https://newrelationshiptrust.ca/bc-first-nations-student-scholarship-and-bursaries/

06/09/2026

Renewable Energy Generation
Supports renewable energy projects that reduce diesel use.
Application deadline: July 20, 2026

Community Energy Planning
Supports communities in creating a roadmap for their energy future.

Demand-Side Management
Supports energy efficiency projects that reduce overall energy consumption.

Community Energy Planning and Demand-Side Management applications close November 27, 2026, or when funds are exhausted.

CEDR will also be hosting two upcoming webinars to support future applicants:
- June 15, 2026, 11 AM to 12 PM
- July 8, 2026, 11 AM to 12 PM

Learn more and apply through the CEDR Program page: https://newrelationshiptrust.ca/community-energy-diesel-reduction-cedr/

Applications are now open for the Community Energy Diesel Reduction (CEDR) Program, supporting eligible First Nations an...
06/08/2026

Applications are now open for the Community Energy Diesel Reduction (CEDR) Program, supporting eligible First Nations and remote communities in advancing cleaner, more sustainable energy solutions.

Funding is available through three streams:

- Renewable Energy Generation (REG)
Develop renewable energy projects that reduce diesel use.
Application deadline: July 20, 2026

- Community Energy Planning (CEP)
Create a roadmap for your community's energy future.

- Demand-Side Management (DSM)
Improve energy efficiency and reduce overall energy consumption.

CEP and DSM application deadline: November 27, 2026, or until funds are exhausted

In preparation for the upcoming Intake 5 opening, CEDR will be holding 2 webinars:

- June 15, 2026, from 11am to 12pm future applicants will be walked through on how to apply using our Salesforce portal and how to create an account.

- July 8, 2026, from 11am to 12pm, participants can learn more about our CEDR program.

Please use this link to sign up for our webinars:
https://forms.office.com/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=LJs-eFLJiEum7feppoV3TNh_oBq2SXNLjWPIER0wCC5UMUNET0hIRVhKM0lJMjVZNVFGVUpFVU1VUi4u&route=shorturl

đź”— Learn more and apply today: https://newrelationshiptrust.ca/community-energy-diesel-reduction-cedr/

What does Nation building look like when communities define the work for themselves?For every Nation, the answer is diff...
06/05/2026

What does Nation building look like when communities define the work for themselves?

For every Nation, the answer is different. That is why NRT’s Nation Building Grant is designed to support Nation-led priorities.

This grant supports BC First Nations as they strengthen governance, build capacity, and advance the work they have identified as important for their communities.

Nation building can include work connected to self-determination, policy development, community planning, leadership, administration, and the systems needed to support future generations.

Applications opened May 15, 2026 and will remain open until funds are exhausted or December 1, 2026, whichever comes first.

Learn more and apply:
https://newrelationshiptrust.ca/nation-building-grants/

06/04/2026

What does it mean to hold a fund for seven generations?

For NRT, it means thinking beyond one application cycle, one program year, or one funding stream.

Lisa Paull shares how NRT works with partners, foundations, and government to move resources into community-defined and trust-based programs that support BC First Nations priorities.

This work is rooted in relationships, respectful delivery, and the understanding that Nations know what their communities need. NRT’s role is to help resources move in ways that are clear, accountable, and guided by the people doing the work on the ground.

Partners choose to invest through NRT because of the systems, governance, and relationships that help funding reach communities effectively and respectfully.

A fund for seven generations means supporting the work Nations are leading today, while keeping future generations in mind.

Have questions about the Indigenous Labour Market Fund?NRT is hosting an LMF webinar on June 22 from 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM ...
06/03/2026

Have questions about the Indigenous Labour Market Fund?

NRT is hosting an LMF webinar on June 22 from 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM for organizations and communities interested in applying.

This session will provide space to learn more about the fund, ask questions about project eligibility, walk through the application process, and better understand whether your project may be a good fit.

The Indigenous Labour Market Fund supports Indigenous-led initiatives that strengthen employment opportunities, workforce participation, and long-term community capacity across B.C.

Register for the webinar:
https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=LJs-eFLJiEum7feppoV3TNh_oBq2SXNLjWPIER0wCC5UNUZNM1gzWkNYQTU1TTZLWkQzOTZETTM3Ty4u

06/02/2026

NRT’s 2026 Scholarships and Bursaries are now open for full-time post-secondary students.

These opportunities support BC First Nations students pursuing university, college, trades, or technology programs. Funding can help cover a wide range of education-related costs, including tuition, student fees, books, supplies, living expenses, and housing.

Scholarships are available for students pursuing Bachelor’s, Master’s, and Doctorate programs.

Bursaries are available for students pursuing Certificate, Diploma, Associate Degree, and trades programs.

NRT also offers Nursing Scholarships and Bursaries for Indigenous nursing students studying full-time in British Columbia.

Applications are open from May 29 to August 21, 2026.

Learn more and apply:
https://newrelationshiptrust.ca/bc-first-nations-student-scholarship-and-bursaries/

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3188 Alder Court
West Vancouver, BC
V7T1A2

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Monday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Thursday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Friday 8:30am - 4:30pm

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