Plan Nature 2030 is the first phase of the Cree-Led EcoFund and focuses on protecting biodiversity across Eeyou Istchee. This fund supports Cree-led environmental projects that conserve ecosystems, protect species, and strengthen cultural ties to the land through sustainable land use and knowledge-sharing.
Plan Nature 2030 is a multi-year funding agreement between the Cree Nation Government and the Government of Québec. It provides $6 million in funding from 2024 to 2028, with $2.8 million available for projects in 2025–2026.
This fund is designed for:
Cree communities and community departments
Cree organizations
Registered Cree businesses with NEQ or listed in the Cree Nation Business Registry
Projects must be carried out within Eeyou Istchee.
Plan Nature 2030 supports a wide range of local, land-based, and culturally grounded initiatives. Examples include:
Ecosystem Restoration
Wetland recovery, shoreline planting, wildlife corridors
Species Protection
Caribou and bird habitat restoration, fish habitat monitoring
Invasive Species Control
Community cleanups, Phragmites or zebra mussel removal
Sustainable Land Use
Eco-tourism trails, riparian buffers, pesticide-free zones
Indigenous Leadership
Cree-led land use plans, Indigenous Protected and Conserved Areas (IPCAs), TEK-based mapping
Community Engagement
Youth land camps, biodiversity education, Cree-language signage
Climate Resilience
Erosion control, flood zone mapping, green infrastructure
Emergency Preparedness
Local climate adaptation planning, response training
Monitoring Tools
Biodiversity tracking, water sensors, community data apps
Funding Agreement Signed: 2024
Project Call Launch: Early Summer 2025
Available Funds (2025–26): $2.8 million
Call for Projects Coming Soon
More information and application details will be made available soon. All eligible entities are encouraged to begin preparing ideas and identifying partners for co-investment and collaboration.
