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Critical Minerals Research, Development and Demonstration Program
Funding for critical mineral projects
Last Update: April 9, 2026
Funding available
$ 5,000,000
Timeline
- Open Date : September 11, 2023
- Closing date : September 29, 2023
Location
Canada
Overview
Get financial support for your project that will help advance the development of products, processes, and technologies to the pre-commercialization phase of critical mineral mining.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop a new product or service
- Reduce environmental footprint
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 5,000,000 $
- Up to 100% of project cost
Timeline
- Open Date : September 11, 2023
- Closing date : September 29, 2023
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction
- Manufacturing
- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Public administration
Location
- Canada
Legal structures
- Non-profit
- Public or Parapublic institution
- For-profit business
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Indigenous Peoples
- Canadians
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Higher Education
- Research
- Business Associations
- Professional Associations
Target groups
- Business owners / entrepreneurs
- Academia / students
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- National
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
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Frequently Asked Questions about the Critical Minerals Research, Development and Demonstration Program Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Critical Minerals Research, Development and Demonstration Program. 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 Critical Minerals Research, Development and Demonstration Program?
Get financial support for your project that will help advance the development of products, processes, and technologies to the pre-commercialization phase of critical mineral mining.
How much funding can be received?
Critical Minerals Research, Development and Demonstration Program Funds up to 100% of admissible expenses, capped at $5,000,000 per project.
What is the deadline to apply?
The application deadline for this grant program was September 29, 2023.
Who can I contact for more information about the Critical Minerals Research, Development and Demonstration Program?
You can contact Natural Resources Canada (NRCan) by email at criticalmineralsrdd-minerauxcritiquesrdd@nrcan-rncan.gc.ca or by phone at none.
Where is the Critical Minerals Research, Development and Demonstration Program available?
The Critical Minerals Research, Development and Demonstration Program program is available across Canada.
Is the Critical Minerals Research, Development and Demonstration Program a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Critical Minerals Research, Development and Demonstration Program is a Researchers And Facilities
Who are the financial supporters of the Critical Minerals Research, Development and Demonstration Program?
Critical Minerals Research, Development and Demonstration Program is funded by Natural Resources Canada (NRCan), Government of Canada