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Junior Mining Assistance Program
Support for junior mineral exploration in New Brunswick
Last Update: March 6, 2026
Funding available
$ 50,000
Timeline
- Open Date : July 9, 2024
Location
New Brunswick, Canada
Overview
Financial assistance of up to $50,000 covers 50% of eligible costs for mineral exploration projects in New Brunswick. It supports private-sector junior mining companies carrying out exploration work to help identify economically viable mineral resources.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Conduct research or evaluation activities
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 50,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Timeline
- Open Date : July 9, 2024
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- New Brunswick
Legal structures
- For-profit business
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Mineral exploration projects
Documents Needed
- Completed application form
- History of land tenure and mineral exploration
- Description of planned exploration work
- Maps showing the work location
- Details of proposed expenditures
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Private mineral exploration companies
- Publicly traded mineral exploration companies
Who is not eligible
- Subsidiaries of major mining companies
- Applicants receiving support from the New Brunswick Prospectors Assistance Program
Eligible expenses
- Drilling and trenching
- Geological, geochemical, and geophysical surveys
- Surface and underground bulk sampling
- Analytical costs
Eligible geographic areas
- New Brunswick
Additional information
Here are additional relevant details for this grant:
- Applicants may be required to sign a funding agreement outlining the terms and conditions of the grant.
- Funded projects are often subject to audits to ensure compliance with grant requirements.
- Grants may be issued in installments, with subsequent payments contingent upon meeting pre-defined milestones.
- A dedicated project manager might be necessary to oversee the grant project and liaise with the funding body.
- There might be a cap on administrative costs covered by the grant, necessitating documentation of all expenditures.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Junior Mining Assistance Program Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Junior Mining Assistance 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 Junior Mining Assistance Program?
Financial assistance of up to $50,000 covers 50% of eligible costs for mineral exploration projects in New Brunswick. It supports private-sector junior mining companies carrying out exploration work to help identify economically viable mineral resources.
How much funding can be received?
Junior Mining Assistance Program Funds up to 50% of admissible expenses, capped at $50,000 per project.
Who is eligible for the Junior Mining Assistance Program program?
To be eligible for the Junior Mining Assistance Program program, you must:
Private or publicly traded mineral exploration company
Holds mineral rights or an option agreement
Principal business is mineral exploration and development
Who can I contact for more information about the Junior Mining Assistance Program?
You can contact Government of New Brunswick.
Where is the Junior Mining Assistance Program available?
The Junior Mining Assistance Program program is available the province of New Brunswick.
Is the Junior Mining Assistance Program a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Junior Mining Assistance Program is a Grant and Funding
Who are the financial supporters of the Junior Mining Assistance Program?
Junior Mining Assistance Program is funded by Government of New Brunswick, Natural Resources and Energy Development