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Indigenous Economic Development Fund — Regional Partnership Grants Program
Supports Indigenous-led mineral development participation and capacity
Last Update: June 8, 2026
Funding available
$ 250,000
Timeline
- Open Date : September 30, 2024
- Closing date : September 30, 2024
Location
Ontario, Canada
Overview
This program provides funding of up to $130,000 per year for up to three years to support Indigenous communities’ participation in mineral exploration and development-related economic initiatives. It finances a Mineral Development Advisor position and related activities to help communities engage effectively in regulatory consultation processes and mining sector opportunities.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop workforce skills
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 250,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Timeline
- Open Date : September 30, 2024
- Closing date : September 30, 2024
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction
Location
- Ontario
Legal structures
- Non-profit
- Public or Parapublic institution
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Indigenous Peoples
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Economic, Social and Community Development
- Employment and Training
Target groups
- Indigenous peoples
- Rural / Remote communities
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- Regional
- Provincial
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Hiring and maintaining a Mineral Development Advisor to lead participation in mining-related regulatory consultations.
- Reviewing and responding to exploration plan and permit applications.
- Analyzing and providing input on mine closure plans, closure plan amendments and mineral development-related environmental assessments.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Indigenous and Aboriginal communities in Ontario.
- Indigenous and Aboriginal organizations such as tribal councils representing member communities.
Eligible expenses
- Salary and related costs for a Mineral Development Advisor position.
- Community capacity activities to review exploration plans, permits, closure plans and environmental assessments.
Eligible geographic areas
- Ontario.
Additional information
- Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis with no fixed deadline.
- The program operates as one of several streams under Ontario’s Indigenous Economic Development and related mining participation initiatives.
- Applicants are encouraged to collaborate with other Indigenous communities or organizations where appropriate.
- Program-specific guides provide detailed rules for each funding stream and should be consulted before applying.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Indigenous Economic Development Fund — Regional Partnership Grants Program Program
What is the Indigenous Economic Development Fund — Regional Partnership Grants Program?
This program provides funding of up to $130,000 per year for up to three years to support Indigenous communities’ participation in mineral exploration and development-related economic initiatives. It finances a Mineral Development Advisor position and related activities to help communities engage effectively in regulatory consultation processes and mining sector opportunities.
How much funding can be received?
Indigenous Economic Development Fund — Regional Partnership Grants Program Funds up to 50% of admissible expenses, capped at $250,000 per project.
What is the deadline to apply?
The application deadline for this grant program was September 30, 2024.
Who is eligible for the Indigenous Economic Development Fund — Regional Partnership Grants Program program?
To be eligible for the Indigenous Economic Development Fund — Regional Partnership Grants Program program, you must:
Indigenous or Aboriginal community or organization in Ontario.
High mineral exploration or development activity.
Joint applications need community support.
What expenses are eligible under Indigenous Economic Development Fund — Regional Partnership Grants Program?
Hiring and maintaining a Mineral Development Advisor to lead participation in mining-related regulatory consultations.
Reviewing and responding to exploration plan and permit applications.
Analyzing and providing input on mine closure plans, closure plan amendments and mineral development-related environmental assessments.
Where is the Indigenous Economic Development Fund — Regional Partnership Grants Program available?
The Indigenous Economic Development Fund — Regional Partnership Grants Program program is available the province of Ontario.
Is the Indigenous Economic Development Fund — Regional Partnership Grants Program a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Indigenous Economic Development Fund — Regional Partnership Grants Program is a Grant and Funding