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Indigenous Economic Development Fund — Regional Partnership Grants Program
Supports Indigenous-led mineral development participation and capacity
Last Update: March 15, 2026
Funding available
No Condition
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
- No Condition
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
- Communities and organizations based in the province of 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.
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Frequently Asked Questions about the Indigenous Economic Development Fund — Regional Partnership Grants Program Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Indigenous Economic Development Fund — Regional Partnership Grants 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 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.
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.
Located in an area of high mineral exploration or development activity.
Meets minimum threshold of recent exploration or related regulatory files.
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.
Who can I contact for more information about the Indigenous Economic Development Fund — Regional Partnership Grants Program?
You can contact Government of Ontario (ON).
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
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