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Jim Popowich Mining Endowment – Health & Safety Grants for Students
Support for mining students in health and safety
Last Update: April 29, 2026
Funding available
$ 750
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Montreal, Montréal, Quebec, Canada
Overview
This program provides two annual $750 awards for Canadian mining students. It supports short health and safety certification courses related to mining studies.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Attract or retain talent
- Obtain certifications or accreditations
- Develop workforce skills
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 750 $
- Minimum amount : 750 $
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction
Location
- Montreal
- Montréal
- Quebec
Legal structures
- All legal structures
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Canadians
- Youth (<40)
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Participation in specialized short courses leading to health and safety certification.
Documents Needed
- Application form
- Professor referral letter
- Essay on health and safety experience and mining career goals
- Resume
- Current academic transcript and proof of enrollment
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Canadian students.
- Third- or fourth-year undergraduate mining students.
- Students enrolled in a Canadian university.
Eligible expenses
- Short health and safety certification courses related to mining studies
Eligible geographic areas
- Canada
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed by the CIMF Scholarship Committee.
- Selection is based on eligibility and application materials.
- Successful applicants are awarded the grant after review.
Additional information
- Two awards are granted each year.
- Qualified applicants receive a complimentary CIM student membership.
- The scholarship is offered in perpetuity.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Jim Popowich Mining Endowment – Health & Safety Grants for Students Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Jim Popowich Mining Endowment – Health & Safety Grants for Students. 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 Jim Popowich Mining Endowment – Health & Safety Grants for Students?
This program provides two annual $750 awards for Canadian mining students. It supports short health and safety certification courses related to mining studies.
How much funding can be received?
Jim Popowich Mining Endowment – Health & Safety Grants for Students Funds up to $750 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Jim Popowich Mining Endowment – Health & Safety Grants for Students program?
To be eligible for the Jim Popowich Mining Endowment – Health & Safety Grants for Students program, you must:
Third- or fourth-year student
Full-time undergraduate in Canada
Canadian student
What expenses are eligible under Jim Popowich Mining Endowment – Health & Safety Grants for Students?
Participation in specialized short courses leading to health and safety certification.
Who can I contact for more information about the Jim Popowich Mining Endowment – Health & Safety Grants for Students?
You can contact CIM Foundation (CIMF) by email at nyoung@cimfoundation.ca.
Where is the Jim Popowich Mining Endowment – Health & Safety Grants for Students available?
The Jim Popowich Mining Endowment – Health & Safety Grants for Students program is available Montréal, Quebec.
Is the Jim Popowich Mining Endowment – Health & Safety Grants for Students a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Jim Popowich Mining Endowment – Health & Safety Grants for Students is a Grant and Funding