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Participant Funding Program - Darlington New Nuclear Project
Funding for public participation in a nuclear project review
Last Update: April 27, 2026
Funding available
$ 100,000
Timeline
- Open Date : October 10, 2023
- Closing date : December 8, 2023
Location
Ontario
Overview
Participant funding supports public participation in CNSC hearings on the Darlington New Nuclear Project. Up to $100,000 was available for reviewing project documents and submitting topic-specific interventions.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Implement environmental initiatives
- Raise awareness or mobilize a population
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 100,000 $
Timeline
- Open Date : October 10, 2023
- Closing date : December 8, 2023
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Utilities
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
- Civic and Advocacy Organizations
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 OPG and CNSC staff documents
- Participation in the public Commission hearing
- Topic-specific interventions to the Commission
- Review of related project documentation
Documents Needed
- Participant funding application form
- Supporting documents for organizational representation, if applicable
- Professional resumes or work experience documents, if applicable
- Signed contribution agreement, if approved
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Individuals
- Indigenous Nations and communities
- Members of the public
- Interested parties
Who is not eligible
- For-profit organizations
- Applicants with a direct commercial interest
- People who work for the project proponent
- Representatives of another level of government, other than Indigenous governments
Eligible expenses
- Professional fees
- Travel and incidentals
- Honoraria
- Administrative costs
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Legal representation
- Capital expenditures and construction costs
- Lost income
- Salaries and benefits
- General operations and maintenance
Eligible geographic areas
- Municipality of Clarington, Ontario
- Ontario
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are first reviewed by the PFP Administrator.
- An independent Funding Review Committee assesses applications and makes recommendations.
- The CNSC makes the final funding decision and notifies applicants.
- Successful applicants receive and must sign a contribution agreement.
- Payment is issued after objectives are met and the final financial report is submitted.
Additional information
- Applications are reviewed by an independent Funding Review Committee.
- Successful applicants receive a contribution agreement.
- A final financial report is required before payment.
- Receipts should be kept for at least three years.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Participant Funding Program - Darlington New Nuclear Project Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Participant Funding Program - Darlington New Nuclear Project. 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 - Darlington New Nuclear Project?
Participant funding supports public participation in CNSC hearings on the Darlington New Nuclear Project. Up to $100,000 was available for reviewing project documents and submitting topic-specific interventions.
How much funding can be received?
Participant Funding Program - Darlington New Nuclear Project Funds up to $100,000 of admissible expenses.
What is the deadline to apply?
The application deadline for this grant program was December 8, 2023.
Who is eligible for the Participant Funding Program - Darlington New Nuclear Project program?
To be eligible for the Participant Funding Program - Darlington New Nuclear Project program, you must:
Direct local interest in the project
Indigenous or community knowledge
Value-added information for the Commission
What expenses are eligible under Participant Funding Program - Darlington New Nuclear Project?
Review of OPG and CNSC staff documents
Participation in the public Commission hearing
Topic-specific interventions to the Commission
Review of related project documentation
Who can I contact for more information about the Participant Funding Program - Darlington New Nuclear Project?
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 - Darlington New Nuclear Project available?
The Participant Funding Program - Darlington New Nuclear Project program is available the province of Ontario.