Nunavut Prospector's Program
Overview
Get up to $8,000 per year to cover basic expenses while exploring for new mineral occurrences.
At a glance
Funding available
- Conduct research
- Maximum amount : 8,000 $
- Up to 75% of project cost
- Open Date : May 1, 2023
- Closing date : April 30, 2024
Eligible candidates
- Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction
- Nunavut
- Sole proprietorship
- All revenue ranges
- All organization sizes
- Rural or Northern Residents
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
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).
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.
Selection 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.
How to apply
Obtain Prospecting Licence
- Ensure you hold a valid Nunavut Prospector’s Licence.
- If you don't have one, apply through the designated issuing authority in Nunavut.
Plan Project
- Identify and map the proposed project area for exploration.
- Have a preliminary discussion with a Resident Geologist concerning your project.
Obtain Permits
- Secure all necessary access permits for your project area, especially if on Inuit Owned Land (IOL).
- Contact the local Regional Inuit Association for permits if applicable.
Complete Application Form
- Download and fill out the Nunavut Prospector’s Program Application Form.
- Include your Nunavut Prospector’s Licence number on the form.
Attach Required Documents
- Attach a map of the project area.
- Include documentation of your discussion with a Resident Geologist.
- Attach all relevant permits and access documents.
Submit Application
- Submit the completed application and supporting documents before the deadline on April 30.
- Mail or otherwise send your application to the Department of Economic Development and Transportation at Building 1104A, Inuksugait Plaza, P.O. Box 1000, Station 1500, Iqaluit, NU X0A 0H0.
Await Confirmation and Funding
- Wait for confirmation of funding decisions.
- Upon approval, receive up to 75% of funding in advance for your proposed activities.
- Submit a final report to receive the remaining funding.
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.
