Grant and Funding Programs Offered by Ministère des Ressources naturelles et des Forêts (MRNF)
Overview of Available Grants and Funding
Quebec’s Ministry of Natural Resources and Forests plays a key role in sustainably managing the province’s natural assets. It supports economic development while protecting forests, energy resources, and minerals. View Ministère des Ressources naturelles et des Forêts (MRNF)'s website for more information.
Content last updated: February 26, 2026
List of grants and funding offered by Ministère des Ressources naturelles et des Forêts (MRNF)
6 opportunities available
Grant and FundingArchived
Sustainable Development Support Program for Mining Sector Companies — Stream A
Ministère des Ressources naturelles et des Forêts (MRNF)Supports sustainable mining development through UL ECOLOGO® certification
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 20,000 $
- Up to 80% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction
Types of eligible projects
Grant and FundingArchived
Sustainable Development Support Program for Mining Sector Companies — Stream C
Ministère des Ressources naturelles et des Forêts (MRNF)Supports peat industry sustainability certification efforts
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 20,000 $
- Up to 75% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Types of eligible projects
Environment and Climate
Grant and FundingArchived
Sustainable Development Support Program for Mining Sector Companies — Stream B
Ministère des Ressources naturelles et des Forêts (MRNF)Enhancing sustainable practices in Quebec's mining industry
Eligible Funding
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction
Types of eligible projects
Environment and Climate
Grant and FundingClosed
Mineral Exploration Support Program For Critical And Strategic Minerals
Ministère des Ressources naturelles et des Forêts (MRNF)Supports mineral exploration for strategic minerals discovery
Eligible Funding
- From $40,000 to $400,000
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction
Types of eligible projects
Environment and Climate
Grant and FundingClosed
Mining Research and Innovation Support Program
Ministère des Ressources naturelles et des Forêts (MRNF)Supports mining R&D and innovation in Quebec industry
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 600,000 $
- Up to 40% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction
Types of eligible projects
TechnologyEnvironment and ClimateInnovation
Grant and FundingArchived
Sustainable Development Support Program for Mining Sector Companies — Stream D
Ministère des Ressources naturelles et des Forêts (MRNF)Encouraging sustainable practices in Quebec's mining sector
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 50,000 $
- Up to 80% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction
Types of eligible projects