Indigenous and Stakeholder Capacity Fund - Regulatory Policy Dialogue

• 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.

• 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.

• 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.