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Participant Funding Program - BWXT Nuclear Energy Canada Inc. Mid-term Update
Closed BWXT funding decision
Latest source updateLast Update: July 8, 2026Latest change: The BWXT mid-term update funding page now shows the general CNSC Participant Funding Program, including a new 2026 intake, a $200,000 opportunity, and updated eligibility and application instructions.View change
Latest source update
Last Update: July 8, 2026
Latest change: The BWXT mid-term update funding page now shows the general CNSC Participant Funding Program, including a new 2026 intake, a $200,000 opportunity, and updated eligibility and application instructions.
BWXT funding page replaced with general Participant Funding Program
The BWXT-specific participant funding notice has been replaced with the general CNSC Participant Funding Program, and the visible opportunity now shows an open application window from March 25 to June 16, 2026 for Ontario Power Generation’s Western Waste Management Facility licence renewal, with a maximum amount of $200,000. The revised content also rewrites the eligibility rules, eligible expenses, application steps, and post-application process: applicants must be individuals or organizational representatives with a direct local interest, relevant Indigenous knowledge or rights, or project-relevant information; eligible expenses now include professional fees, travel and incidentals, honoraria, and administrative costs; and applicants are told they will receive an outcome within 45 business days of the closing date. The supporting Participant Funding Program Guide and related links were also updated to the newer program paths, and the contact email for the program administrator remain
Funding available
Varies by project
Deadline
Closed
Location
Peterborough, Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Overview
The Participant Funding Program decision - BWXT Nuclear Energy Canada Inc. mid-term update is a closed Canadian Nuclear Safety Commission opportunity with funding approved for Indigenous Nations and communities, members of the public, and interested parties. It supported review of licensed activities at the Toronto and Peterborough facilities and participation in the Commission meeting.
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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
- Varies by project
Funds Providers
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Peterborough, Toronto
- Ontario
Legal structures
- Non-profit
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Indigenous Peoples
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Research
- Civic and Advocacy Organizations
- Not Elsewhere Classified
Target groups
- General public
- Indigenous peoples
- Nonprofits / charities
Revenue structures
- 100% donations / grants
Scope
- National
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Environmental assessments
- Licensing reviews
- Commission proceedings
- Matters of significant interest to the public and/or Indigenous peoples
Documents Needed
- Funding Application Form
Official resources
Program guide
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Individuals or representatives of organizations
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 incidentals
- Honoraria
- Administrative costs
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Capital expenditures
- Construction costs
- Lost income
- Salaries and benefits
- General operations and maintenance
Eligible geographic areas
- Toronto, Ontario
- Peterborough, Ontario
Selection criteria
- Available funding is distributed among successful applicants based on the merit of their proposals.
How to apply
- Open the application form for the funding opportunity.
- Complete the form and follow the instructions in the form and the Participant Funding Program Guide.
- Submit the signed application as described in the guide.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications were reviewed by a Funding Review Committee, which made recommendations on the allocation of funding.
- The CNSC considered those recommendations and approved reimbursement to eligible recipients.
- Successful applicants receive a contribution agreement, and funding is paid after the agreed-upon deliverable and final financial report are received.
- Payment is made within 30 days of receipt of a valid final financial report.
Additional information
- Approved recipients: Hiawatha First Nation, Radiation Safety Institute of Canada, Curve Lake First Nation, Mississaugas of Scugog Island First Nation, and Canadian Environmental Law Association.
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Frequently Asked Questions about the Participant Funding Program - BWXT Nuclear Energy Canada Inc. Mid-term Update Program
What is the Participant Funding Program - BWXT Nuclear Energy Canada Inc. Mid-term Update?
The Participant Funding Program decision - BWXT Nuclear Energy Canada Inc. mid-term update is a closed Canadian Nuclear Safety Commission opportunity with funding approved for Indigenous Nations and communities, members of the public, and interested parties. It supported review of licensed activities at the Toronto and Peterborough facilities and participation in the Commission meeting.
Who is eligible for the Participant Funding Program - BWXT Nuclear Energy Canada Inc. Mid-term Update program?
To be eligible for the Participant Funding Program - BWXT Nuclear Energy Canada Inc. Mid-term Update program, you must:
Individuals or representatives of organizations
Applicants with a direct local interest, Indigenous traditional knowledge, or Indigenous or treaty rights related to the project
Applicants with information relevant to the project that helps inform the CNSC review
What expenses are eligible under Participant Funding Program - BWXT Nuclear Energy Canada Inc. Mid-term Update?
Environmental assessments
Licensing reviews
Commission proceedings
Matters of significant interest to the public and/or Indigenous peoples
Who can I contact for more information about the Participant Funding Program - BWXT Nuclear Energy Canada Inc. Mid-term Update?
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 - BWXT Nuclear Energy Canada Inc. Mid-term Update available?
The Participant Funding Program - BWXT Nuclear Energy Canada Inc. Mid-term Update program is available the province of Ontario.
Is the Participant Funding Program - BWXT Nuclear Energy Canada Inc. Mid-term Update a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Participant Funding Program - BWXT Nuclear Energy Canada Inc. Mid-term Update is a Grant and Funding
Who are the financial supporters of the Participant Funding Program - BWXT Nuclear Energy Canada Inc. Mid-term Update?
Participant Funding Program - BWXT Nuclear Energy Canada Inc. Mid-term Update is funded by Canadian Nuclear Safety Commission (CNSC)