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CER -Financial assistance program for participants
Support for public participation in hearings
Last Update: April 27, 2026
Funding available
$ 80,000
Timeline
- Closing date : April 17, 2026
Location
Canada
Overview
This program provides financial assistance to support public participation in Canadian Energy Regulator hearings. It covers eligible participation-related activities and expenses, up to the maximum amount available for the applicant type.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Enhance an existing program
- Improve governance or administrative structure
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 80,000 $
Timeline
- Closing date : April 17, 2026
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Canada
Legal structures
- All legal structures
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Indigenous Peoples
- Canadians
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Preparing submissions for the hearing record.
- Coordinating the views of represented interested parties.
- Reviewing the hearing record and the project proponent’s application.
- Preparing for and taking part in oral hearing sessions and early engagement sessions.
Documents Needed
- Completed application form
- Contribution agreement signed if approved
- Reimbursement claim form
- Supporting receipts and invoices
- Direct deposit form, if requested
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Indigenous peoples and Indigenous organizations in Canada.
- Individuals with a direct local interest in the project.
- Local community groups and non-profit groups not linked to industry.
Who is not eligible
- Municipal, provincial, and federal governments, except Indigenous governments.
- Energy sector organizations, including upstream and downstream entities.
- For-profit businesses.
- Landowners with an operating business and sufficient means to participate.
Eligible expenses
- Legal and expert fees.
- Travel, lodging, and meals.
- Elder honoraria and ceremonial offerings.
- Meeting rooms, documents, translation, and office supplies.
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Activities unrelated to participation in the Regulator’s hearing.
- Duplicated or already reimbursed costs.
- Regular operating costs, salaries, and overhead.
- Capital expenses, construction, renovation, and building maintenance.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed by the PAFP manager.
- A review committee may be formed for complex or unique cases.
- The final decision is made by the first Vice-President, Regulation.
- If approved, the applicant receives a contribution agreement to sign.
- Eligible costs are reimbursed under the signed agreement.
Additional information
- The program is administered independently from the hearing process.
- Public disclosure applies to awarded amounts.
- A contribution agreement must be signed before payments are made.
- Payment is made by reimbursement of eligible expenses.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the CER -Financial assistance program for participants Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the CER -Financial assistance program for participants. This section explains what the program is, how much funding is available, eligibility requirements, application deadlines, and other important details to help you determine if this grant is right for your business.
What is the CER -Financial assistance program for participants?
This program provides financial assistance to support public participation in Canadian Energy Regulator hearings. It covers eligible participation-related activities and expenses, up to the maximum amount available for the applicant type.
How much funding can be received?
CER -Financial assistance program for participants Funds up to $80,000 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the CER -Financial assistance program for participants program?
To be eligible for the CER -Financial assistance program for participants program, you must:
Must participate as an intervenor.
Must have a direct interest in the project.
Must be an eligible applicant type.
What expenses are eligible under CER -Financial assistance program for participants?
Preparing submissions for the hearing record.
Coordinating the views of represented interested parties.
Reviewing the hearing record and the project proponent’s application.
Preparing for and taking part in oral hearing sessions and early engagement sessions.
Who can I contact for more information about the CER -Financial assistance program for participants?
You can contact Canada Energy Regulator by email at PFP.PAFP@rec-cer.gc.ca or by phone at 1-800-899-1265.
Where is the CER -Financial assistance program for participants available?
The CER -Financial assistance program for participants program is available across Canada.
Is the CER -Financial assistance program for participants a grant, loan, or tax credit?
CER -Financial assistance program for participants is a Other Support