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Aboriginal Participation Fund (APF) — Mining conferences funding Sub-Stream
Last Update: March 19, 2026
Ontario, Canada
Supports Indigenous participation in Ontario mining conferences
Grant and Funding
Overview
The Aboriginal Participation Fund — Mining conferences funding sub-stream offers financial assistance without a specified maximum amount to Indigenous communities and organizations in Ontario to attend mining conferences. The program aims to foster relationships between Indigenous entities, governmental bodies, and industry stakeholders while enhancing understanding of regulatory and economic aspects within Ontario’s mineral sector.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increasing community impact
- Develop strategic partnerships
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Timeline
- Open continuously
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction
Location
- Ontario
Legal structures
- Non-profit
- Public or Parapublic institution
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Indigenous Peoples
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Environment
- Economic, Social and Community Development
Target groups
- Indigenous peoples
- Rural / Remote communities
- Community leaders
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- Provincial
Activities funded
Examples of admissible projects:
$ 48,000
Attendance at an international mining conference in Toronto
$ 63,000
Regional conference to explore mining opportunities in Northern Ontario
$ 58,000
Cultural engagement project with a focus on mining impacts
$ 43,000
Participation in environmental impact assessment workshop
$ 54,000
Participation in a national mineral development forum in Vancouver
$ 69,000
Organizing a workshop on mining regulations and economic impacts
Eligibility
- The applicant must be an Indigenous community or organization located in Ontario.
- Eligible applicants can be single Indigenous communities in areas of mineral exploration or development activity.
- Eligible applicants can also be joint applicants consisting of two or more Indigenous communities in such areas, or Indigenous organizations like Tribal Councils or economic development organizations representing communities in high mineral exploration or development areas.
Eligible geographic areas
- Indigenous communities or organizations in Ontario, Canada.
How to apply
1
Verify eligibility requirements
- Review the eligibility criteria
- Identify if you are a single or joint applicant
- Ensure your community is in an area of mineral exploration or development activity
- Confirm representation by an Indigenous organization if applicable
2
Identify suitable conferences
- Prepare a list of potential mining conferences
- Determine which conferences will benefit your community most
- Consider the objectives related to relationship building and learning
3
Prepare application materials
- Gather all necessary documents for the application
- Complete the application form accurately
- Include all relevant community and conference details
4
Submit the application
- Submit your application to the relevant authorities
- Ensure submission before attending the conference
- Verify receipt of your application
5
Await application results
- Wait for confirmation of funding approval
- Prepare for attendance at approved conferences
- Communicate with organizers if needed
Additional information
- Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis, providing flexibility in timing for applicants based on conference schedules.
