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Participant Funding Program

Supports public and Indigenous participation in federal impact assessments
Government of Canada
Impact Assessment Agency of Canada
Canadian Nuclear Safety Commission (CNSC)
Last Update: March 6, 2026
Funding available
No Condition
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 facilitate their participation in federal impact assessments, including project-specific, regional, or strategic reviews. The program funds activities such as public engagement and consultation during key assessment stages, although the maximum funding amount is not specified.
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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
  • No Condition
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 project-specific, regional, or strategic impact assessments.
  • Engagement in public consultation or Indigenous consultation activities during assessments.
  • Contribution to follow-up programs associated with impact assessments.

Eligibility

Who is eligible?

  • Non-profit organizations
  • Indigenous communities and organizations
  • Individuals

Eligible expenses

  • Expenses for participation activities related to the assessment, provided that invoices and/or receipts are submitted for reimbursement.

Eligible geographic areas

  • Companies, organizations, and communities located in Canada.
  • Individuals or organizations with a direct or local interest in the area of impact assessment conducted in Canada.

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

fp-paf@iaac-aeic.gc.ca
1-866-582-1884

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 facilitate their participation in federal impact assessments, including project-specific, regional, or strategic reviews. The program funds activities such as public engagement and consultation during key assessment stages, although the maximum funding amount is not specified.

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 project-specific, regional, or strategic impact assessments. Engagement in public consultation or Indigenous consultation activities during assessments. Contribution to follow-up programs associated with impact assessments.

Who can I contact for more information about the Participant Funding Program?

You can contact Government of Canada 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

Who are the financial supporters of the Participant Funding Program?

Participant Funding Program is funded by Government of Canada, Impact Assessment Agency of Canada, Canadian Nuclear Safety Commission (CNSC)

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