Indigenous and Stakeholder Capacity Fund - Regulatory Policy Dialogue

Q: What is the deadline to apply?

The deadline to apply is not specified.

Q: Who is eligible for the Indigenous and Stakeholder Capacity Fund - Regulatory Policy Dialogue program?

To be eligible for the Indigenous and Stakeholder Capacity Fund - Regulatory Policy Dialogue program, you must: • Indigenous Nations, communities, or organizations • Non-governmental organizations or other organizations with direct interest in nuclear projects, facilities or activities in Canada

Q: Who can I contact for more information about the Indigenous and Stakeholder Capacity Fund - Regulatory Policy Dialogue?

You can contact Canadian Nuclear Safety Commission by email at iscf-fscpia@cnsc-ccsn.gc.ca.

Q: Are Indigenous Peoples eligible for the Indigenous and Stakeholder Capacity Fund - Regulatory Policy Dialogue program?

Yes, Indigenous Peoples are eligible to apply for the Indigenous and Stakeholder Capacity Fund - Regulatory Policy Dialogue program.

Last Update: September 24, 2025

Canada

Funds participation in nuclear regulatory policy consultations for stakeholders

At a glance

Eligible Funding

Max. $30,000

Timeline

Closing date : March 30, 2025

Financing Type

Grant and Funding

Eligible Industries

Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction
Utilities
Public administration

Funds Providers

Canadian Nuclear Safety Commission

Program status

Closed

Overview

The Indigenous and Stakeholder Capacity Fund – Regulatory Policy Dialogue stream provides up to $20,000 for individual Indigenous Nations, non-governmental organizations, and other stakeholders, and up to $30,000 for Indigenous organizations representing multiple communities, to support participation in the review and commentary on CNSC regulatory documents, policies, and related engagement activities. Eligible activities include reviewing regulatory materials, offering feedback, and engaging in consultation processes, with funded expenses such as professional fees, administrative costs, travel, and honoraria.

Financing terms and conditions

Maximum funding of $20,000 per project for Indigenous Nations and communities, non-governmental organizations, or other organizations.
Maximum funding of $30,000 per project for Indigenous organizations representing multiple Indigenous Nations and communities.

Activities funded

Review and comment on CNSC regulatory documents, policies, discussion papers, and regulations.
Participate in engagement activities related to CNSC regulatory processes.

Examples of admissible projects:

$ 19,750

Engage experts and stakeholders for public input on CNSC policies

$ 28,800

Conduct regulatory review workshops for community nuclear projects

$ 19,990

Hire legal experts to review CNSC draft guidance for SMEs

$ 19,850

Host a stakeholder summit on revised CNSC emergency procedures

$ 29,500

Organize multi-community roundtables on nuclear regulatory engagement

$ 19,600

Facilitate Indigenous youth engagement on CNSC policy consultations

Eligibility

The applicant must be an Indigenous Nation or community, an Indigenous organization representing multiple communities, a non-governmental organization, or another organization with a direct interest in nuclear projects, facilities, or activities in Canada.
The project must involve participation in the review and commentary on CNSC regulatory documents, policies, discussion papers, or regulations, or involve related engagement activities with the CNSC.

Who is eligible?

Indigenous Nations and communities
Indigenous organizations or aggregates of communities
Non-governmental organizations
Other organizations with a direct interest in nuclear projects, facilities, or activities in Canada
Members of the public with a direct interest in nuclear projects, facilities, or activities in Canada

Eligible expenses

Professional fees
Administrative costs
Travel expenses, including meals, accommodation, and incidentals
Honoraria and ceremonial offerings

Eligible geographic areas

Organizations with a direct interest in nuclear projects, facilities, and activities in Canada.

How to apply

Identify relevant funding opportunity

Visit the consultation page to review current and upcoming funding opportunities
Identify if the Regulatory Policy Dialogue stream is open and relevant for your organization

Verify eligibility and activity alignment

Review the eligibility criteria for your organization (e.g., Indigenous communities, organizations, NGOs, or interested parties)
Ensure your proposed activities align with eligible activities (e.g., reviewing CNSC documents, participating in engagement)

Gather and prepare application materials

Prepare the required documentation for your application, including details about your organization and proposed activities
Collect supporting information for eligible expenses such as professional fees, travel, and administrative costs

Complete the application form

Complete the application following the instructions provided by the Indigenous and Stakeholder Capacity Fund
Ensure all required information and documentation is included

Submit application and documents

Submit your completed application and supporting documents to iscf-fscpia@cnsc-ccsn.gc.ca before the application deadline
Retain confirmation of submission for your records

Additional information

Funding is distributed through contribution agreements on a case-by-case basis.
Opportunities for funding may change or experience timeline adjustments due to unforeseen circumstances.
One current funding opportunity through Stream 2: Regulatory Policy Dialogue is open until March 30, 2025.
Updates about current and upcoming consultations can be found on the dedicated consultation web page.

Contacts

iscf-fscpia@cnsc-ccsn.gc.ca

Canada

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Frequently Asked Questions about the Indigenous and Stakeholder Capacity Fund - Regulatory Policy Dialogue Program

Here are answers to the most common questions about the Indigenous and Stakeholder Capacity Fund - Regulatory Policy Dialogue. 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.