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Participant Funding Program (PFP) - Regulatory Oversight Report 2020
Support for public participation in CNSC reviews
Last Update: May 6, 2026
Funding available
$ 50,000
Timeline
- Open Date : July 12, 2021
- Closing date : August 13, 2021
Location
Ontario, Quebec, Saskatchewan, Canada
Overview
Participant Funding Program supports public participation in CNSC reviews and hearings. The program provides funding for activities tied to bringing value-added information to the Commission, including meetings, written comments, and hearing participation.
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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 : 50,000 $
Timeline
- Open Date : July 12, 2021
- Closing date : August 13, 2021
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction
- Utilities
Location
- Ontario, Quebec, Saskatchewan
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
Target groups
- General public
- Indigenous peoples
- Community leaders
Revenue structures
- 100% donations / grants
Scope
- National
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Meetings with CNSC staff
- Review and written comments on licence applications
- Participation in Commission hearing processes
Documents Needed
- Completed funding application form
- Supporting documentation for organizational representation, if applicable
- Resumes or CVs for listed professionals, if applicable
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Individuals
- Indigenous Nations and communities
- Not-for-profit corporations
- Associations or groups with one person applying on their behalf
Who is not eligible
- Unincorporated associations or groups of individuals without one person applying on their behalf
- Applicants whose proposals do not bring value-added information
Eligible expenses
- Professional fees, including legal advice
- Travel, accommodation, meals, and incidentals
- Other reasonable costs such as hospitality, room rentals, and stationery
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Legal representation.
Eligible geographic areas
- Canada
Processing and Agreement
- Funding applications are reviewed by the PFP administrator and a Funding Review Committee.
- The committee makes recommendations on funding allocation.
- The CNSC makes the final funding decision.
- Successful applicants receive a contribution agreement to sign and return.
- Funding is only payable after the agreement is signed.
Additional information
- Applications are reviewed by a Funding Review Committee.
- Successful applicants receive a contribution agreement.
- Successful awards may be disclosed publicly by the CNSC.
- Funding applicants must agree to the PFP terms before applying.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Participant Funding Program (PFP) - Regulatory Oversight Report 2020 Program
What is the Participant Funding Program (PFP) - Regulatory Oversight Report 2020?
Participant Funding Program supports public participation in CNSC reviews and hearings. The program provides funding for activities tied to bringing value-added information to the Commission, including meetings, written comments, and hearing participation.
How much funding can be received?
Participant Funding Program (PFP) - Regulatory Oversight Report 2020 Funds up to $50,000 of admissible expenses.
What is the deadline to apply?
The application deadline for this grant program was August 13, 2021.
Who is eligible for the Participant Funding Program (PFP) - Regulatory Oversight Report 2020 program?
To be eligible for the Participant Funding Program (PFP) - Regulatory Oversight Report 2020 program, you must:
Direct local or Indigenous interest
Value-added information for the Commission
Individual, Indigenous group, or non-profit
What expenses are eligible under Participant Funding Program (PFP) - Regulatory Oversight Report 2020?
Meetings with CNSC staff
Review and written comments on licence applications
Participation in Commission hearing processes
Who can I contact for more information about the Participant Funding Program (PFP) - Regulatory Oversight Report 2020?
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 (PFP) - Regulatory Oversight Report 2020 available?
The Participant Funding Program (PFP) - Regulatory Oversight Report 2020 program is available the province of Ontario, Quebec, Saskatchewan.