Nunavut Prospector's Program
grant_single|update January 24, 2025
NU, Canada
Money for mineral exploration in Nunavut
grant_single_labels|summary
grant_single|eligibleFinancing
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grant_single|deadlines
- grant_single|openingDate May 1, 2023
- grant_single|closingDate April 30, 2024
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Grant and Funding
grant_single|eligibleIndustries
- Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction
grant_single|grantors
- Department of Economic Development and Transportation (NU)
- Government of Nunavut
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grant_card_status|closed
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Get up to $8,000 per year to cover basic expenses while exploring for new mineral occurrences.
grant_single_labels|terms_and_conditions
The Nunavut Prospector's Program offers structured financing modalities designed to support individuals in their mineral exploration activities in Nunavut. These modalities aim to cover essential expenses while ensuring proper oversight and accountability.
- Contributions are limited to $8,000 annually per application to cover exploration-related expenses.
- Up to 75% of the awarded funding is provided in advance of the exploration activities.
- The remaining funds are disbursed upon completion and approval of the project's final report.
- An additional transportation bonus of up to $8,000 may be available, subject to departmental review of logistical challenges.
grant_single_labels|projects
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.
grant_single|admissibleProjectsExample
$ 8,000
Surveying for rare earth elements near Cambridge Bay using geochemical analysis and drones
$ 8,000
Researching potential gold deposits near Yellowknife with advanced mapping and sampling techniques
$ 8,000
Identifying new copper deposits around Baker Lake using geophysical surveys and core drilling
$ 8,000
Mapping mineral resources near Pond Inlet using remote sensing and ground verification
$ 8,000
Prospecting for platinum groups near Rankin Inlet using specialized geophysical equipment
$ 8,000
Exploring for diamond deposits near Iqaluit using portable drilling equipment and soil sampling
grant_single_labels|admissibility
Eligibility for this grant is determined by specific requirements related to the applicant's residency, legal status, and qualifications.
- The applicant must be a Nunavut resident.
- The applicant must be of legal age (18 or older).
- The applicant must hold a valid Prospecting Licence.
- The applicant must have prospecting experience or have completed the Introduction to Prospecting course (IPC).
grant_eligibility_criteria|who_can_apply
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.
grant_eligibility_criteria|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.
grant_eligibility_criteria|zone
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.
grant_single_labels|criteria
There are evaluation and selection criteria for the Nunavut Prospectors Program grant:
- Applicants must be Nunavut residents.
- Applicants must be of legal age (18 or older).
- Applicants must have prospecting experience or have completed the Introduction to Prospecting course.
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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.
grant_single_labels|contact
minerals@gov.nu.ca
1-888-975-5999
Apply to this program
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