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Indigenous Participation Fund - Mineral development advisor stream

Q: Who can I contact for more information about the Indigenous Participation Fund - Mineral development advisor stream?

You can contact Ontario Ministry of Energy and Mines (MEM).

Q: Where is the Indigenous Participation Fund - Mineral development advisor stream available?

The Indigenous Participation Fund - Mineral development advisor stream program is available the province of Quebec.

Last Update: March 4, 2026

Quebec, Canada

Supports Indigenous communities' participation in mineral development processes.

Grant and Funding

Ontario Ministry of Energy and Mines

Overview

The Indigenous Participation Fund's mineral development advisor stream provides financial support up to $130,000 per year to eligible Indigenous communities and organizations. It aims to enhance their capacity to participate in mineral exploration, permitting, and environmental assessments effectively.

At a glance

Funding available

Financing goals

Increasing community impact

Strengthening governance

Reduce the ecological footprint

Eligible Funding

No Condition

Timeline

Open Date : February 3, 2026

Eligible candidates

Eligible Industries

Arts, entertainment and recreation

Location

Quebec

Legal structures

Non-profit

Annual revenue

All revenue ranges

Organisation size

All organization sizes

Audience

All groups

Non-profit candidates

Sector of operation

Sports
Other Recreation and Social Clubs

Target groups

All the groups

Revenue structures

100% donations / grants

Scope

Local

Activities funded

Providing expert advice for mineral exploration and environmental assessments.
Reviewing exploration and closure plans for mining projects.
Participating in regulatory consultation processes related to mineral projects.

Examples of admissible projects:

Development of an environmental assessment support toolkit for communities

Eligibility

Who is eligible?

Indigenous communities in Quebec.
Indigenous organizations involved in mineral resource management.

Eligible geographic areas

Quebec

How to apply

Identify eligible Indigenous community or organization.Prepare documentation demonstrating eligibility and project scope.Submit application via designated channels or ongoing process.Await confirmation and potential approval for funding.Implement consultation activities with financial support.

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Frequently Asked Questions about the Indigenous Participation Fund - Mineral development advisor stream Program

Here are answers to the most common questions about the Indigenous Participation Fund - Mineral development advisor stream. 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.