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A new approach to housing and infrastructure for First Nations.

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See how we are working with First Nations to transform infrastructure and housing for First Nations in Saskatchewan.

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Learn about our process working with First Nations to provide sustainable housing.

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Recent News & Announcements

FNCIAS Launches Pilot Assessments to Address Housing and Infrastructure Needs

November 4, 2024

Featured image: Buffalo River Dene Nation In Fall 2023, the First Nations Capital and Infrastructure Agency of Saskatchewan (FNCIAS) initiated pilot assessments aimed at evaluating

First Nations Capital and Infrastructure Agency of Saskatchewan releases second annual report

March 28, 2024

The First Nations Capital and Infrastructure Agency of Saskatchewan (FNCIAS) is pleased to announce the release of its second annual report, detailing accomplishments during the

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Together, with First Nations, we will close the current housing and related infrastructure gap.

First Nations and 1 Tribal Council have signed on as members to create an infrastructure funding model that empowers and enables First Nations to deliver the housing and infrastructure services they envision for their land.

remaining long-term drinking water advisories in 5 communities. Little Pine, Montreal Lake, Lac La Ronge, Okanese, and Peepeekisis Cree Nation No 81.

People in First Nations communities are 6 times more likely to live in housing in need of major repairs than non‑Indigenous people, according to Canada’s 2021 Census.

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About FNCIAS

First Nations Capital and Infrastructure Agency of Saskatchewan (FNCIAS) is a First Nations-led, non-profit organization focused on delivering funding and providing essential support for housing and infrastructure to our member Nations.

By working together and respecting the unique needs of each Nation, we’re creating a new framework for sustainable and vibrant First Nations communities.

First Nations Capital and Infrastructure Agency of Saskatchewan will support Nations to plan and manage infrastructure assets by pursuing the following objectives:

Standardize best practices
Reduce time and costs to develop infrastructure
Provide frameworks for infrastructure planning, procurement, and construction
Provide frameworks for operations and maintenance of infrastructure assets
Provide centre of excellence to increase Indigenous capacity and skills in infrastructure management

Process Timeline

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Phase 1: Initiation and Engagement

In Phase 1, the goal was to establish a First Nations Housing and Infrastructure Agency that is built by First Nations for First Nations and that subsequently is governed by First Nations and delivers programs and services designed to meet the needs of First Nations.

During extensive engagement, we heard that there is widespread support for the transition from government to First Nation’s control with many seeing the transformation as an exciting opportunity.

Phase 2: Continued Engagement and Program Development with Member Nations

This phase involves repeated engagement sessions so that ideas and ongoing feedback can help us further refine our focus on the delivery model and the terms of the associated transfer agreement with Canada.

Phase 3: Pilot Assessment

This phase involves working with Member First Nations to assess and quantify the infrastructure gap on Reserve lands.

Phase 4: Agency Operations

The transfer of responsibility from Indigenous Services Canada (ISC) to First Nations. Since FNCIAS is owned and operated by First Nations, it will generate long–term employment and career development for Indigenous people in housing and infrastructure.