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IAMC-TMX Funding Delivery Partner

The Indigenous Advisory and Monitoring Committee for the Trans Mountain Expansion Project (IAMC-TMX) includes 13 Indigenous and six senior federal members to oversee the Trans Mountain pipeline project and provide advice to regulators and other government bodies. Members have a shared goal of safety and protection of environmental and Indigenous interests over lands and waters.

The IAMC-TMX is seeking proposals to administer the IAMC’s Stream 1 funding in partnership with the Indigenous Caucus (“Caucus”), according to a funding agreement with Natural Resources Canada. The successful proponent will administer up to $8 million for fiscal year 2025-2026, ending March 31, 2026 (“the project”). The successful proponent will commit to a one-year relationship, renewable by mutual agreement of the proponent and Natural Resources Canada.

There is an expectation that if other funding opportunities arise for the Indigenous Caucus for related projects, that the same organization would also support administration of those agreements.

The proponent will provide financial services, administering funding in support of approved workplan activities, and participate in the development of IAMC workplans while ensuring responsible stewardship of public funds and providing the necessary enabling frameworks, policies, systems, and best practices and tools to support program management and operations. The successful applicant will be expected to enter into an agreement with Caucus (a Memorandum of Understanding) to establish a shared understanding of responsibility and accountability between the proponent, Caucus, the IAMC-TMX Committee, and Natural Resources Canada.

Proposals are being accepted until November 29, 2024. Preference may initially be given to projects that can proceed on a timely basis.

To apply through this Call for Proposals, please complete the form below and return it to the IAMC-TMX Secretariat at tmxcommittee-comitetmx@nrcan-rncan.gc.ca. Proposals will be accepted via email until 11:59pm PST on November 29, 2024.

For more information, please contact the IAMC-TMX Secretariat at tmxcommittee-comitetmx@nrcan-rncan.gc.ca using the subject line “IAMC-TMX Stream 1 Call for Proposals”.

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Spill Response Exercise at Chawathil First Nation Indigenous Monitors took part in a hands-on spill response exercise led by Lori Solsberg, who’s been working in the field since 1986! He even brought along a spill response plan he wrote nearly 40 years ago. The training brought together: Monitors from across the region, including a participant from Montana First Nation who flew in for the session. Chawathil’s own FireSmart crew, which is led by a local woman and focused on fire mitigation and emergency response. This training helps strengthen emergency preparedness and supports Indigenous leadership in environmental protection. Photos credit: Mary Fowles

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Safety First: Indigenous Monitoring in Action The Indigenous Monitoring Subcommittee (IMSC) is always working to improve safety—on the land and in our communities. Safety isn’t just about rules. It’s about respect: Respect for nature: don’t leave garbage behind. Respect for culture: say a prayer and offer tobacco for protection. Respect for each other: build a strong safety culture together. At a recent IMSC meeting, Peter Snow shared summer safety tips for Albertans and reviewed a Health & Safety Program document. The message was clear: safety is everyone’s responsibility, and we must continually advocate for higher safety standards. Photo credit: Mary Fowles

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IAMC-TMX is pleased to invite you to the We Are All Medicine training – a transformative learning opportunity taught by the Moose Hide Campaign and offered free of charge by the IAMC-TMX. Join us in deepening our collective commitment to ending gender-based violence and fostering healing within our communities. Free registration with the IAMC-TMX expires on August 30th, 2025, at 9:00 a.m. To see if you qualify, please email info@iamc.ca. Those who sign up will receive their access code by the first week of September. This course is a self-paced, online learning module. You can complete the training at your convenience using a computer, tablet, or smartphone with internet access. This 1-2 hour course does not have to be taken in one sitting and must be completed by April 30th, 2026.

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Collaboration in Action The Indigenous Monitoring Subcommittee (IMSC) and the Emergency Management Subcommittee (EMSC) met recently to share knowledge and strengthen connections. Why it matters: • Emergencies like extreme weather, wildfires, landslides, and oil spills disproportionately affect Indigenous lands and communities. • Indigenous monitoring and emergency management both deal with issues like safety and responding to risks. • Indigenous Monitors play a key role in monitoring for geohazards and reviewing CER (Canada Energy Regulator) incident reports. • Both subcommittees are working to build a stronger safety culture and support Indigenous-led emergency response. The mandate to support Indigenous Communities’ emergency management capacity and involvement in incident response is written into IAMC’s Terms of Reference. Together, we’re working to make sure Indigenous rights and worldviews help shape emergency management policies and practices. Photos of Marcel Shackelly - IMSC co-chair and Tina Donald - EMSC chair, credit Mary Fowles.

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Registration is Now Open! IAMC Line Wide Gathering 2025 October 14-17, 2025, Calgary, Alberta You’re invited! ✅Line 3 IAMC Members and Staff ✅Community Representatives (see registration for details about travel cost coverage) ✅IAMC-TMX Subcommittee Members ✅IAMC-TMX Indigenous Caucus and Staff ✅Federal/Provincial Government Representatives ✅Trans Mountain Representatives ✅Virtual Attendees Register now: https://site.pheedloop.com/event/LINEWIDE2025/register#category

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Funding Available for Indigenous Participation in Energy Regulation (IMARs 2025–26) The Indigenous Ministerial Arrangements Regulations (IMARs) Participant Funding Program provides financial support and access to technical expertise to Indigenous groups interested in participating in the regulatory process for IMARs. Eligible recipients include: ✅Indigenous communities or governments ✅Tribal Councils or entities that fulfill a similar function (e.g., general council) ✅National and regional Indigenous councils, and tribal organizations ✅Indigenous (majority owned and controlled by Indigenous people) for-profit and not-for-profit organizations Funding is available from April 1, 2025, to March 31, 2026. Register to attend one of the upcoming virtual IMARs sessions for Indigenous groups that would like to learn more about the funding offered and how to apply: July 24: Register here https://events.teams.microsoft.com/event/7eb00a43-ed48-451f-a075-a7c76cc22e53@05c95b33-90ca-49d5-b644-288b930b912b Aug. 21: Register here https://events.teams.microsoft.com/event/7e6a2448-c360-416e-a54c-50446a1592ba@05c95b33-90ca-49d5-b644-288b930b912b Sept. 9: Register here https://events.teams.microsoft.com/event/bbebb9f1-61d8-44dc-be6e-f1554567f756@05c95b33-90ca-49d5-b644-288b930b912b More info: https://www.iamc.ca/funding/

Contract Opportunity: Grant Writer to Support Indigenous Marine Stewardship The IAMC's Marine Shipping Subcommittee (MSSC) is hiring a part-time grant writer. This role will help us secure funding to protect the Salish Sea, support Indigenous leadership in marine stewardship, and grow the House of Indigenous Ocean Resources (HIOR). The grant writer will work closely with MSSC leadership to find funding opportunities and write strong proposals that reflect Indigenous values. Application Deadline: Sunday, 3 August 2025 at 11:59 PM PT More info: https://www.iamc.ca/statement-of-work-part-time-grant-writer/

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