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Indigenous Participation Support Program for Mineral Resource Development
Funding for Indigenous mineral resource participation
Last Update: May 6, 2026
Funding available
$ 100,000
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Nord-du-Québec, Quebec, Canada
Overview
This program provides up to $100,000 per project, covering up to 70% of eligible costs. It supports Indigenous communities, organizations, entrepreneurs, and businesses in mineral resource development, including mining-related outreach, market studies, entrepreneurial activities, prospecting, and exploration in Quebec.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Develop workforce skills
- Strengthen organizational capacity
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 100,000 $
- Up to 70% of project cost
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction
Location
- Nord-du-Québec
- Quebec
Legal structures
- All legal structures
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Indigenous Peoples
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Participation in Quebec mining sector events
- Mining-related workforce awareness activities
- Organization of thematic activities related to Quebec’s mining sector
- Economic and market opportunity studies
- Mining prospecting and exploration projects, with or without external partners
Documents Needed
- Completed MRNF application form
- Detailed project description
- Project budget and financing plan
- Table of eligible expenses
- Project timeline and expected results
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Indigenous communities not signatory to the northern conventions
- Organizations mandated to represent Indigenous nations or communities
- Indigenous businesses and entrepreneurs
Who is not eligible
- Applicants eligible under the Indigenous Mining Funds Assistance Program
- Ministries and budgetary organizations
- Applicants registered in the RENA public contracts registry
- Applicants in bankruptcy or insolvency proceedings
- Applicants that do not meet the required integrity standards
Eligible expenses
- Professional external fees
- Internal salaries and benefits, subject to the program rate
- Equipment, supplies, purchase or rental costs, including setup and mobilization
- Travel expenses
- Registration fees for mining events or training
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Construction work costs
- Sponsorships
- Taxes, including GST, QST, and refundable tax portions
- Expenses for subcontractors registered in the RENA registry
- External services without quotes
Eligible geographic areas
- Quebec
- Non-conventioned territory
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are first checked for admissibility by the ministry.
- Eligible applications are reviewed by a selection committee.
- The committee evaluates projects against the program criteria and available information.
- The ministry sends the decision in writing.
- If approved, a subsidy agreement must be signed before funding is paid.
Additional information
- Applications are processed on a first-come, first-served basis until available funding is exhausted.
- A project can be funded more than once only if each application concerns a distinct project.
- For projects over $50,000, an interim report is required before the final payment.
- For projects of $25,000 or more, an audited financial report is required.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Indigenous Participation Support Program for Mineral Resource Development Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Indigenous Participation Support Program for Mineral Resource Development. 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 Participation Support Program for Mineral Resource Development?
This program provides up to $100,000 per project, covering up to 70% of eligible costs. It supports Indigenous communities, organizations, entrepreneurs, and businesses in mineral resource development, including mining-related outreach, market studies, entrepreneurial activities, prospecting, and exploration in Quebec.
How much funding can be received?
Indigenous Participation Support Program for Mineral Resource Development Funds up to 70% of admissible expenses, capped at $100,000 per project.
Who is eligible for the Indigenous Participation Support Program for Mineral Resource Development program?
To be eligible for the Indigenous Participation Support Program for Mineral Resource Development program, you must:
Indigenous community, organization, entrepreneur, or business
Project in non-conventioned Quebec territory
Mining or mineral resource focus
What expenses are eligible under Indigenous Participation Support Program for Mineral Resource Development?
Participation in Quebec mining sector events
Mining-related workforce awareness activities
Organization of thematic activities related to Quebec’s mining sector
Economic and market opportunity studies
Mining prospecting and exploration projects, with or without external partners
Who can I contact for more information about the Indigenous Participation Support Program for Mineral Resource Development?
You can contact Gouvernment of Québec by email at services.mines@mrnf.gouv.qc.ca or by phone at none.
Where is the Indigenous Participation Support Program for Mineral Resource Development available?
The Indigenous Participation Support Program for Mineral Resource Development program is available Nord-du-Québec, Quebec.
Is the Indigenous Participation Support Program for Mineral Resource Development a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Indigenous Participation Support Program for Mineral Resource Development is a Grant and Funding