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Participant Funding Program
Supports participation in federal impact assessments
Last Update: June 8, 2026
Funding available
$ 8,000
Timeline
- Open Date : February 3, 2026
Location
Canada
Overview
The Participant Funding Program provides financial support to individuals, non-profit organizations, and Indigenous communities to support participation in federal impact assessments. Funding is available at key stages of the assessment process, with up to $8,000 for the planning phase, up to $15,000 for the impact assessment phase, and up to $36,000 when a project is referred to a Review Panel.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Raise awareness or mobilize a population
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 8,000 $
Timeline
- Open Date : February 3, 2026
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Canada
Legal structures
- Non-profit
- Public or Parapublic institution
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Indigenous Peoples
- Canadians
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Research
- Environment
- Civic and Advocacy Organizations
- Diversity and Inclusion
Target groups
- General public
- Indigenous peoples
- Rural / Remote communities
- Nonprofits / charities
- Community leaders
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- Local
- Regional
- National
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Participation in public and Indigenous consultation during assessments.
- Review of planning documents, impact statements, and draft assessment reports.
- Participation in Review Panel hearings and follow-up programs.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Individuals
- Non-profit organizations
- Indigenous communities and organizations
Who is not eligible
- Governmental organizations, such as municipal or provincial governments, other than Indigenous governments.
Eligible expenses
- Travel, administrative costs, and legal expert fees.
- Reporting costs and professional services.
- Honoraria and ceremonial offerings related to participation.
- Meals, incidentals, and accommodation related to travel.
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Capital expenditures, construction costs, and building renovations.
- Lost income, salaries and benefits, and general operating costs.
- Costs duplicated by other public or private funding sources.
Eligible geographic areas
- Canada
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed by the Agency or a Funding Review Committee.
- Funding decisions are usually provided one to two months after the deadline.
- Successful applicants must sign a contribution or grant agreement.
- Contribution recipients must submit a detailed financial report with supporting invoices or receipts for reimbursement.
Additional information
- Applicants are generally informed of funding decisions within one to two months after the application deadline.
- Successful applicants must enter into either a contribution or grant agreement.
- Existing contribution agreement holders are required to submit a detailed financial report with supporting invoices and/or receipts for reimbursement.
- Legislative and procedural updates to the program may occur following amendments to the Impact Assessment Act, with relevant resources updated accordingly.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Participant Funding Program Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Participant Funding 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 Participant Funding Program?
The Participant Funding Program provides financial support to individuals, non-profit organizations, and Indigenous communities to support participation in federal impact assessments. Funding is available at key stages of the assessment process, with up to $8,000 for the planning phase, up to $15,000 for the impact assessment phase, and up to $36,000 when a project is referred to a Review Panel.
How much funding can be received?
Participant Funding Program Funds up to $8,000 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Participant Funding Program program?
To be eligible for the Participant Funding Program program, you must:
Must demonstrate how participation adds value or expertise to the assessment.
What expenses are eligible under Participant Funding Program?
Participation in public and Indigenous consultation during assessments.
Review of planning documents, impact statements, and draft assessment reports.
Participation in Review Panel hearings and follow-up programs.
Who can I contact for more information about the Participant Funding Program?
You can contact Impact Assessment Agency of Canada (IAAC) by email at fp-paf@iaac-aeic.gc.ca or by phone at 1-866-582-1884.
Where is the Participant Funding Program available?
The Participant Funding Program program is available across Canada.
Is the Participant Funding Program a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Participant Funding Program is a Grant and Funding