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CER -Financial assistance program for participants
Support for public participation in hearings
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Funding available
$ 80,000
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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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 $
Funds Providers
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
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Availability timeline
2026
Periods: 2
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
Sources and recorded changes
- Record updated
A captured source change or record update does not confirm eligibility. Check the funder’s current rules before applying.
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.
How to apply
- Step 1: Complete the application form
- Fill out the form for the specific funding opportunity.
- Step 2: Submit the application
- Send the completed form by email, mail, courier, or fax.
- Step 3: Await review and decision
- The application is reviewed and a final decision is issued.
- Step 4: Sign the contribution agreement if approved
- Sign the agreement before receiving payments.
- Step 5: Claim reimbursement
- Submit reimbursement requests with supporting documents for eligible costs.
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
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?
Legal and expert fees.
Travel, lodging, and meals.
Elder honoraria and ceremonial offerings.
Meeting rooms, documents, translation, and office supplies.
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 Grant and Funding