First Nation, Metis and Inuit Youth Groups and individuals aged 12 to 35 are eligible to apply.
​Applicants are required to speak to their Indigenous (First Nation, Metis or Inuit) Identity and Community in the application.

​Applications are assessed and chosen by the OIYPP Indigenous Youth Advisory Council (YAC). 
To apply your project should meet the requirements below: 

  • Your project is led by passionate and committed Indigenous youth (ages 12-35)
  • Your project will contribute to a healthy community, having meaningful benefits to people and the environment
  • Your project will benefit a community in Ontario
  • You have identified the resources needed to successfully complete the project including financial and other types of support
  • You are looking for funds between $1000 - $5000 
  • You are open to participating in the OIYPP annual gathering to learn from and with other youth led projects, supporters and mentors​
Our goal is to create a community of celebrated Indigenous youth leading work that responds to the dynamic needs and priorities of their communities. This work is done in partnership with a network of individuals, organizations and funders who all share a commitment to the values of OIYPP.
Ontario Indigenous Youth Partnership Project  is a project of Makeway Charitable Society to learn more please visit www.makeway.org 
​Charitable registration number: 130560188RR0001