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Indigenous and Stakeholder Capacity Fund - Regulatory Policy Dialogue
Supports participation in nuclear regulatory consultations
Last Update: March 4, 2026
Funding available
$ 30,000
Timeline
- Closing date : March 30, 2025
Location
Canada
Overview
The Regulatory Policy Dialogue stream provides up to $20,000 for Indigenous Nations and communities, non-governmental organizations, or other organizations, and up to $30,000 for Indigenous organizations representing multiple Indigenous Nations and communities. It supports short-term participation in reviewing and commenting on CNSC regulatory documents, policies, discussion papers, and regulations.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Improve governance or administrative structure
- Raise awareness or mobilize a population
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 30,000 $
Timeline
- Closing date : March 30, 2025
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction
- Utilities
- Public administration
Location
- Canada
Legal structures
- Non-profit
- Public or Parapublic institution
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Indigenous Peoples
- Canadians
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Research
- Environment
- Civic and Advocacy Organizations
- Diversity and Inclusion
Target groups
- General public
- Indigenous peoples
- Nonprofits / charities
- Community leaders
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- National
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Review and comment on CNSC regulatory documents, policies, discussion papers, and regulations.
- Participate in engagement activities related to CNSC regulatory processes.
Documents Needed
- Completed application form
Official resources
Program guide
Application form
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Indigenous Nations and communities
- Indigenous organizations representing multiple 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.
Selection criteria
- Capacity-building priorities, needs, and interests identified by the CNSC.
- Relevance to the CNSC mandate, ISCF goals and the specific opportunity.
- Complexity of the activity and related resource requirements.
- Applicant’s previous experience with CNSC grant or contribution agreements, if applicable.
- Available ISCF financial resources and potential interest from other applicants.
How to apply
- Step 1: Complete the application
- Fill out the application form for the relevant funding opportunity.
- Step 2: Submit by email
- Send the completed application form to the ISCF mailbox.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed by the CNSC.
- Several assessment factors are considered, including relevance, complexity, capacity-building priorities, and available resources.
- If funding is awarded, the recipient must sign a grant or contribution agreement.
- The funding agreement includes reporting requirements such as progress or financial reports.
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
Frequently Asked Questions about the Indigenous and Stakeholder Capacity Fund - Regulatory Policy Dialogue Program
What is the Indigenous and Stakeholder Capacity Fund - Regulatory Policy Dialogue?
The Regulatory Policy Dialogue stream provides up to $20,000 for Indigenous Nations and communities, non-governmental organizations, or other organizations, and up to $30,000 for Indigenous organizations representing multiple Indigenous Nations and communities. It supports short-term participation in reviewing and commenting on CNSC regulatory documents, policies, discussion papers, and regulations.
How much funding can be received?
Indigenous and Stakeholder Capacity Fund - Regulatory Policy Dialogue Funds up to $30,000 of admissible expenses.
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 or stakeholder applicant
Direct interest in nuclear projects in Canada
Review or comment on CNSC materials
What expenses are eligible under Indigenous and Stakeholder Capacity Fund - Regulatory Policy Dialogue?
Review and comment on CNSC regulatory documents, policies, discussion papers, and regulations.
Participate in engagement activities related to CNSC regulatory processes.
Who can I contact for more information about the Indigenous and Stakeholder Capacity Fund - Regulatory Policy Dialogue?
You can contact Canadian Nuclear Safety Commission (CNSC) by email at iscf-fscpia@cnsc-ccsn.gc.ca.
Where is the Indigenous and Stakeholder Capacity Fund - Regulatory Policy Dialogue available?
The Indigenous and Stakeholder Capacity Fund - Regulatory Policy Dialogue program is available across Canada.
Is the Indigenous and Stakeholder Capacity Fund - Regulatory Policy Dialogue a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Indigenous and Stakeholder Capacity Fund - Regulatory Policy Dialogue is a Grant and Funding