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Participant Funding Program - Blind River Refinery
Funding for public participation in a licence renewal review
Last Update: April 27, 2026
Funding available
$ 75,000
Timeline
- Closing date : May 7, 2021
Location
Ontario
Overview
Up to $75,000 is available to support public participation in the Cameco Blind River Refinery licence renewal review. Funding supports document review, travel, and interventions in the CNSC hearing process.
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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 : 75,000 $
Timeline
- Closing date : May 7, 2021
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction
Location
- Ontario
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
- Civic and Advocacy Organizations
- Not Elsewhere Classified
Target groups
- General public
- Indigenous peoples
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- National
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Review of licence and Commission member documents.
- Participation in the CNSC public hearing process.
- Preparation and submission of written or oral interventions.
- Travel to the Commission hearing.
Documents Needed
- Completed participant funding application form
- Supporting documentation for the applicant or organization
- Consent letter and CV for hired professionals
- Completed final financial report
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Individuals
- Indigenous groups
- Not-for-profit organizations
Who is not eligible
- For-profit organizations
- Applicants with a direct commercial interest in the project
- People working for the project proponent
- Applicants representing another level of government, except Indigenous governments
Eligible expenses
- Professional fees, including expert and legal advice.
- Travel and incidentals related to the hearing or meetings.
- Honoraria and administrative costs.
- Other justified costs approved by the CNSC.
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Capital expenditures and construction costs.
- Building renovations and general operating or maintenance costs.
- Lost income.
- Salaries and benefits.
- Legal representation.
Eligible geographic areas
- Blind River, Ontario
Processing and Agreement
- The application is first reviewed by the PFP Administrator for completeness.
- An independent funding review committee assesses the application and makes recommendations.
- The CNSC makes the final funding decision and notifies applicants.
- Approved applicants receive a contribution agreement that must be signed and returned.
- Funding is released after the agreed objectives and final financial report are completed.
Additional information
- The program is part of the CNSC Participant Funding Program.
- Applications are reviewed by an independent funding review committee.
- Recipient names and funding amounts may be published by the CNSC.
- A contribution agreement is required before funding is released.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Participant Funding Program - Blind River Refinery Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Participant Funding Program - Blind River Refinery. 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 - Blind River Refinery?
Up to $75,000 is available to support public participation in the Cameco Blind River Refinery licence renewal review. Funding supports document review, travel, and interventions in the CNSC hearing process.
How much funding can be received?
Participant Funding Program - Blind River Refinery Funds up to $75,000 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Participant Funding Program - Blind River Refinery program?
To be eligible for the Participant Funding Program - Blind River Refinery program, you must:
Individuals, Indigenous groups, or nonprofits.
Relevant interest or value-added information.
Application submitted by deadline.
What expenses are eligible under Participant Funding Program - Blind River Refinery?
Review of licence and Commission member documents.
Participation in the CNSC public hearing process.
Preparation and submission of written or oral interventions.
Travel to the Commission hearing.
Who can I contact for more information about the Participant Funding Program - Blind River Refinery?
You can contact Canadian Nuclear Safety Commission (CNSC) by email at pfp@cnsc-ccsn.gc.ca or by phone at 613-415-2814.
Where is the Participant Funding Program - Blind River Refinery available?
The Participant Funding Program - Blind River Refinery program is available the province of Ontario.
Is the Participant Funding Program - Blind River Refinery a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Participant Funding Program - Blind River Refinery is a Grant and Funding