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Nunavut Prospector's Program
Money for mineral exploration in Nunavut
Last Update: March 3, 2026
Funding available
$ 8,000
Timeline
- Open Date : May 1, 2023
- Closing date : April 30, 2024
Location
Nunavut, Canada
Overview
Get up to $8,000 per year to cover basic expenses while exploring for new mineral occurrences.
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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 : 8,000 $
- Up to 75% of project cost
Timeline
- Open Date : May 1, 2023
- Closing date : April 30, 2024
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction
Location
- Nunavut
Legal structures
- Sole proprietorship
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Rural or Northern Residents
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
The Nunavut Prospector's Program financially supports prospectors engaged in mineral exploration activities within Nunavut. The eligible activities are aimed at facilitating the discovery of new mineral occurrences by covering a range of project-related expenses.
- Fuel expenses for field exploration.
- Vehicle maintenance costs necessary for prospecting activities.
- Food allowances while conducting fieldwork.
- Wages for assistants hired to aid in the prospecting activities.
- Procurement of prospecting supplies essential for exploration tasks.
- Costs associated with mineral assay tests to analyze samples.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
To qualify for the Nunavut Prospectors Program (NPP), applicants must be residents of Nunavut, be at least 18 years old, hold a valid Prospecting Licence, and have either prospecting experience or have completed the Introduction to Prospecting course.
Eligible expenses
The grant covers basic expenses associated with prospecting activities in Nunavut.
- Fuel expenses for project-related travel.
- Vehicle maintenance costs necessary for field operations.
- Food allowance while conducting fieldwork.
- Wages for assistants working on the prospecting project.
- Prospecting supplies necessary for exploration activities.
- Mineral assay costs to analyze mineral samples.
Eligible geographic areas
This grant is specifically targeted towards individuals who are residents of Nunavut. The program fosters local exploration activities within this Canadian region.
- Residents of Nunavut.
Additional information
Here are additional relevant details for this grant:
- Applicants may apply for funding in subsequent years to continue their prospecting activities.
- An optional transportation bonus of up to $8,000 may be available, contingent on a review of logistics challenges by the department.
- Advance funding covers up to 75% of approved expenses, with the remaining balance paid after the approval of a final report.
- Engagement with a Resident Geologist is required for project discussions.
- Special access permits may be required for projects on Inuit Owned Land and should be obtained from the Regional Inuit Association.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Nunavut Prospector's Program Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Nunavut Prospector's 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 Nunavut Prospector's Program?
Get up to $8,000 per year to cover basic expenses while exploring for new mineral occurrences.
How much funding can be received?
Nunavut Prospector's Program Funds up to 75% of admissible expenses, capped at $8,000 per project.
What is the deadline to apply?
The application deadline for this grant program was April 30, 2024.
Who is eligible for the Nunavut Prospector's Program program?
To be eligible for the Nunavut Prospector's Program program, you must:
Be a Nunavut resident.
Be of legal age (18 or older).
Hold a valid Prospecting Licence.
What expenses are eligible under Nunavut Prospector's Program?
The Nunavut Prospector's Program financially supports prospectors engaged in mineral exploration activities within Nunavut. The eligible activities are aimed at facilitating the discovery of new mineral occurrences by covering a range of project-related expenses. Fuel expenses for field exploration.
Vehicle maintenance costs necessary for prospecting activities.
Food allowances while conducting fieldwork.
Wages for assistants hired to aid in the prospecting activities.
Procurement of prospecting supplies essential for exploration tasks.
Costs associated with mineral assay tests to analyze samples.
Who can I contact for more information about the Nunavut Prospector's Program?
You can contact Government of Nunavut by email at minerals@gov.nu.ca or by phone at 1-888-975-5999.
Where is the Nunavut Prospector's Program available?
The Nunavut Prospector's Program program is available the province of Nunavut.