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CNSC Participant Funding Program - Cameco Key Lake and McArthur River Licence Renewal
Funding for participation in nuclear licence review
Last Update: April 27, 2026
Funding available
$ 150,000
Timeline
- Closing date : November 18, 2022
Location
Ontario
Overview
Up to $150,000 was available to support participation in the review of Cameco’s licence renewal applications. The program covered document review, topic-specific interventions, and participation in the Commission hearing process.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Implement environmental initiatives
- Raise awareness or mobilize a population
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 150,000 $
Timeline
- Closing date : November 18, 2022
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Public administration
Location
- Ontario
Legal structures
- Non-profit
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Indigenous Peoples
- Canadians
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Research
- Civic and Advocacy Organizations
Target groups
- General public
- Indigenous peoples
Revenue structures
- 100% donations / grants
Scope
- National
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Review of licence renewal applications and related documents
- Preparation of topic-specific interventions to the Commission
- Participation in the Commission hearing process
- Travel to the hearing, where applicable
Documents Needed
- Completed participant funding application form
- Signed consent letter for any hired professional
- Résumé or work experience documentation for hired professionals
- Supporting documentation for a not-for-profit organization, if applicable
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Individuals
- Indigenous groups
- Not-for-profit organizations
Who is not eligible
- For-profit organizations
- Applicants with a direct commercial interest in the project
- People who work for the project proponent
- Representatives of another level of government, other than an Indigenous government
Eligible expenses
- Professional fees
- Travel and incidentals
- Honoraria
- Administrative costs
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Capital expenditures and construction costs
- Lost income
- Salaries and benefits
- General operations and maintenance
- Legal representation
Eligible geographic areas
- Key Lake Operation, north of Saskatoon, Saskatchewan
- McArthur River Operation, north of Saskatoon, Saskatchewan
- Treaty 10 territory
- Traditional territories of the Denesųłiné, Cree, and Métis peoples
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are first reviewed by the PFP Administrator for completeness.
- An independent Funding Review Committee assesses applications and makes recommendations.
- The CNSC makes the final approval decision and notifies applicants by email or mail.
- Successful applicants receive a contribution agreement to sign before funding is released.
- Payment is made after objectives are met and the final financial report is submitted.
Additional information
- Applications are reviewed by a Funding Review Committee independent of the CNSC.
- Successful applicants must sign a contribution agreement.
- Funding is reimbursed after objectives are met and a final financial report is submitted.
- Applicant results are communicated by email or mail.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the CNSC Participant Funding Program - Cameco Key Lake and McArthur River Licence Renewal Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the CNSC Participant Funding Program - Cameco Key Lake and McArthur River Licence Renewal. 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 CNSC Participant Funding Program - Cameco Key Lake and McArthur River Licence Renewal?
Up to $150,000 was available to support participation in the review of Cameco’s licence renewal applications. The program covered document review, topic-specific interventions, and participation in the Commission hearing process.
How much funding can be received?
CNSC Participant Funding Program - Cameco Key Lake and McArthur River Licence Renewal Funds up to $150,000 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the CNSC Participant Funding Program - Cameco Key Lake and McArthur River Licence Renewal program?
To be eligible for the CNSC Participant Funding Program - Cameco Key Lake and McArthur River Licence Renewal program, you must:
Individuals, Indigenous groups, or not-for-profits
Relevant local or Indigenous interest
Application submitted on time
What expenses are eligible under CNSC Participant Funding Program - Cameco Key Lake and McArthur River Licence Renewal?
Review of licence renewal applications and related documents
Preparation of topic-specific interventions to the Commission
Participation in the Commission hearing process
Travel to the hearing, where applicable
Who can I contact for more information about the CNSC Participant Funding Program - Cameco Key Lake and McArthur River Licence Renewal?
You can contact Canadian Nuclear Safety Commission (CNSC) by email at pfp@cnsc-ccsn.gc.ca or by phone at 613-415-2814.
Where is the CNSC Participant Funding Program - Cameco Key Lake and McArthur River Licence Renewal available?
The CNSC Participant Funding Program - Cameco Key Lake and McArthur River Licence Renewal program is available the province of Ontario.
Is the CNSC Participant Funding Program - Cameco Key Lake and McArthur River Licence Renewal a grant, loan, or tax credit?
CNSC Participant Funding Program - Cameco Key Lake and McArthur River Licence Renewal is a Grant and Funding