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Participant Funding Program
Supports participation in CNSC processes
Latest source updateLast Update: October 6, 2026Latest change: A new participant funding notice is now visible for the Whiteshell Laboratories licence-renewal hearing, with applications open from September 21 to November 20, 2026.View change
Latest source update
Last Update: October 6, 2026
Latest change: A new participant funding notice is now visible for the Whiteshell Laboratories licence-renewal hearing, with applications open from September 21 to November 20, 2026.
Participant funding opportunity now posted for Whiteshell hearing
A participant funding notice for Canadian Nuclear Laboratories’ Whiteshell Laboratories licence-renewal hearing is now visible, and it states that applications are open from September 21 to November 20, 2026. The notice identifies Indigenous Nations and communities, members of the public, and other interested parties as the intended participants. It also adds the application form, submission by email or mail, and the Participant Funding Program Administrator contact email.
Funding available
$ 200,000
Deadline
November 20, 2026
Opened September 21, 2026
Location
Canada
Overview
The Canadian Nuclear Safety Commission’s Participant Funding Program helps eligible applicants take part in CNSC processes for specific projects or matters of regulatory interest. It supports meetings with CNSC staff, studies, and other engagement activities tied to those projects.
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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
- Conduct research or evaluation activities
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 200,000 $
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Canada
Legal structures
- Non-profit
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
Availability timeline
2026
Periods: 3
Activities funded
- Participation in CNSC regulatory review processes for major nuclear facilities, including licence renewals, new project applications, environmental assessments and regulatory oversight reports
- Reviews of regulatory documents, policies, discussion papers and other topics of regulatory interest to the Commission, the public and Indigenous groups
- PFP support for CNSC meetings on topics of regulatory interest
- PFP support for participation in CNSC targeted studies or monitoring
Documents Needed
- PFP application form
Official resources
Program guide
Application form
Supporting document
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Individuals
- Organizational representatives
Who is not eligible
- For-profit organizations
- Applicants with a direct commercial interest
- People who work for the project proponent
Eligible expenses
- Professional fees
- Travel and incidental expenses
- Honoraria for chiefs or elders, or holders of Indigenous traditional knowledge or community knowledge
- Administrative costs
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Capital expenditures
- Construction costs
- Lost income
- Salaries and benefits
- General operations and maintenance costs
How to apply
- Identify PFP opportunities
- Review guidance
- Determine eligibility
- Complete the PFP application form
- Submit the PFP application form
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are examined by a funding review committee.
- Successful applicants receive a contribution agreement.
- Applicants are informed of the decision within 45 business days after the closing date, or after the application is received if there is no closing date.
Additional information
- The PFP Guide, sample forms and templates are available as resources to help applicants through the process.
Contacts
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Frequently Asked Questions about the Participant Funding Program Program
What is the Participant Funding Program?
The Canadian Nuclear Safety Commission’s Participant Funding Program helps eligible applicants take part in CNSC processes for specific projects or matters of regulatory interest. It supports meetings with CNSC staff, studies, and other engagement activities tied to those projects.
How much funding can be received?
Participant Funding Program Funds up to $200,000 of admissible expenses.
What is the deadline to apply?
The application deadline for this grant program is November 20, 2026. Applicants must submit their complete application before this date to be considered for funding.
Who is eligible for the Participant Funding Program program?
To be eligible for the Participant Funding Program program, you must:
Direct and local interest in the project
Indigenous traditional knowledge or community knowledge related to the project, or Aboriginal and/or Treaty rights that may be affected
Project-relevant information that helps guide the CNSC review
What expenses are eligible under Participant Funding Program?
Participation in CNSC regulatory review processes for major nuclear facilities, including licence renewals, new project applications, environmental assessments and regulatory oversight reports
Reviews of regulatory documents, policies, discussion papers and other topics of regulatory interest to the Commission, the public and Indigenous groups
PFP support for CNSC meetings on topics of regulatory interest
PFP support for participation in CNSC targeted studies or monitoring
Who can I contact for more information about the Participant Funding Program?
You can contact Impact Assessment Agency of Canada (IAAC) by email at pfp@cnsc-ccsn.gc.ca.
Where is the Participant Funding Program available?
The Participant Funding Program program is available across Canada.