To ensure that limited resources achieve the best results for building a cohesive and inclusive society, eligibility is based on the ability of applicants to address issues that support one or more of the program objectives. The Northern Native Broadcast Access Program provides funding to Aboriginal communications organizations for the production and broadcast of radio and television programs to Aboriginal audiences in the Yukon and Northwest Territories and the northern regions of Newfoundland, Quebec, Ontario, Manitoba, Saskatchewan, Alberta and British Columbia. Organizations that receive funding must be legally incorporated non-profit Aboriginal communications societies, which are democratically controlled by the people in the region to be served, and which have no political or religious goals. Funded postal rates are available to Canadian-owned and controlled paid circulation publications that are published and printed in Canada and meet certain editorial and advertising requirements. There is also a component for library books administered by Canada Post.
Financial assistance is provided through loans and contributions.
Individuals and companies in the sound recording industry may apply for financial assistance.