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Participant Funding Program - Point Lepreau Nuclear Generating Station Licence Renewal
Funding for public participation in a licence renewal review
Last Update: May 12, 2026
Funding available
$ 100,000
Timeline
- Open Date : August 16, 2021
- Closing date : October 15, 2021
Location
New Brunswick, Canada
Overview
Participant funding supports public participation in the Point Lepreau licence renewal review. Up to $100,000 is available for reviewing documents, preparing interventions, and participating in the Commission 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 : 100,000 $
Timeline
- Open Date : August 16, 2021
- Closing date : October 15, 2021
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Utilities
Location
- New Brunswick
Legal structures
- Non-profit
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Indigenous Peoples
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
- Review of the licence renewal application and related documents
- Preparation and participation in topic-specific interventions to the Commission
- Participation in the public Commission hearing process
- Travel to the hearing or videoconference location, if applicable
Documents Needed
- Completed participant funding application form
- Supporting documents for organization representation, if applicable
- Professional CVs or work experience documents, if professionals are hired
- Signed consent letter from each hired professional
- Signed contribution agreement, if approved
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Individuals
- Indigenous groups
- Not-for-profit organizations
- Stakeholders with direct local interest or relevant knowledge
Who is not eligible
- For-profit organizations
- Applicants with a direct commercial interest in the project
- People working for the project proponent
- Organizations representing another level of government, except Indigenous governments
Eligible expenses
- Professional fees, including legal advice
- Travel, accommodation, meals, and incidentals
- Honoraria for Indigenous knowledge holders and similar participants
- Administrative costs and other justified costs
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Legal representation
- Capital expenditures and construction costs
- Lost income and salaries or benefits
- General operations and maintenance costs
Eligible geographic areas
- New Brunswick
- Point Lepreau area, approximately 40 km west of Saint John
Processing and Agreement
- The application is first reviewed for completeness.
- An independent funding review committee assesses applications and makes recommendations.
- The CNSC makes the final funding decision and notifies applicants.
- Approved applicants must sign a contribution agreement before funding is paid.
- Recipients must complete the required deliverables and submit a final financial report before payment is released.
Additional information
- Successful applicants receive a contribution agreement.
- Receipts should be kept for at least three years.
- All documents must be in English or French, or include a translation.
- Applicants are notified of the decision by email or mail.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Participant Funding Program - Point Lepreau Nuclear Generating Station Licence Renewal Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Participant Funding Program - Point Lepreau Nuclear Generating Station Licence Renewal. 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 - Point Lepreau Nuclear Generating Station Licence Renewal?
Participant funding supports public participation in the Point Lepreau licence renewal review. Up to $100,000 is available for reviewing documents, preparing interventions, and participating in the Commission hearing process.
How much funding can be received?
Participant Funding Program - Point Lepreau Nuclear Generating Station Licence Renewal Funds up to $100,000 of admissible expenses.
What is the deadline to apply?
The application deadline for this grant program was October 15, 2021.
Who is eligible for the Participant Funding Program - Point Lepreau Nuclear Generating Station Licence Renewal program?
To be eligible for the Participant Funding Program - Point Lepreau Nuclear Generating Station Licence Renewal program, you must:
Direct local interest or relevant knowledge
Value-added information for the Commission
Ability to sign the agreement
What expenses are eligible under Participant Funding Program - Point Lepreau Nuclear Generating Station Licence Renewal?
Review of the licence renewal application and related documents
Preparation and participation in topic-specific interventions to the Commission
Participation in the public Commission hearing process
Travel to the hearing or videoconference location, if applicable
Who can I contact for more information about the Participant Funding Program - Point Lepreau Nuclear Generating Station Licence Renewal?
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 - Point Lepreau Nuclear Generating Station Licence Renewal available?
The Participant Funding Program - Point Lepreau Nuclear Generating Station Licence Renewal program is available the province of New Brunswick.