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Policy Dialogue Program — Indigenous and public engagement on the draft updated cooperation agreement between Canada and Ontario with respect to environmental and impact assessment
Support for Indigenous and public engagement
Last Update: May 15, 2026
Funding available
$ 100,000
Timeline
- Closing date : December 14, 2021
Location
Ontario, Canada
Overview
This program provides funding for Indigenous and public participation on the draft updated Canada-Ontario cooperation agreement. It supports review of the draft, virtual information sessions, and written comments on the agreement.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Improve governance or administrative structure
- Implement environmental initiatives
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 100,000 $
Timeline
- Closing date : December 14, 2021
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Public administration
Location
- Ontario
Legal structures
- All legal structures
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Indigenous Peoples
- Canadians
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Review of the draft updated cooperation agreement
- Participation in virtual information sessions and oral feedback
- Collection of input and written comments during the public comment period
Documents Needed
- Completed funding application form
- Information proving applicant eligibility and capacity
- Project objectives, outcomes, and deliverables
- Estimated expenses and contribution details
- Signed authorization document or resolution, if approved
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Indigenous communities
- Indigenous organizations
- Indigenous groups coordinating more than one community
- Incorporated or registered Indigenous not-for-profit organizations
- Not-for-profit organizations and members of the public
Who is not eligible
- Municipal governments
- Provincial governments
- Federal governments
- Government entities created by statute
Eligible expenses
- Reporting-related costs
- Professional services and legal advice
- Travel, meals, accommodation, and incidentals
- Honoraria and ceremonial offerings
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Capital expenditures
- Construction costs
- Lost income
- Building renovations
- Activities duplicating services, studies, or written materials already funded by other sources
Eligible geographic areas
- Ontario
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed after submission, with a decision generally taking up to 45 business days
- A Funding Review Committee assesses whether activities align with the engagement opportunity and whether costs are reasonable
- The final funding decision is made by the Agency’s President, a Vice-President, or their delegate
- Successful applicants are contacted to finalize a Master Contribution Agreement and Schedule before reimbursement begins
- Final payment is issued only after all agreement requirements are met and final reports and financial statements are accepted
Additional information
- Applicants may submit a late application with justification, subject to available funding.
- A funding agreement must be signed before any costs can be reimbursed.
- Successful recipients must keep invoices and receipts for approved expenses.
- Funding decisions may be published for transparency on the Government of Canada website.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Policy Dialogue Program — Indigenous and public engagement on the draft updated cooperation agreement between Canada and Ontario with respect to environmental and impact assessment Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Policy Dialogue Program — Indigenous and public engagement on the draft updated cooperation agreement between Canada and Ontario with respect to environmental and impact assessment. 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 Policy Dialogue Program — Indigenous and public engagement on the draft updated cooperation agreement between Canada and Ontario with respect to environmental and impact assessment?
This program provides funding for Indigenous and public participation on the draft updated Canada-Ontario cooperation agreement. It supports review of the draft, virtual information sessions, and written comments on the agreement.
How much funding can be received?
Policy Dialogue Program — Indigenous and public engagement on the draft updated cooperation agreement between Canada and Ontario with respect to environmental and impact assessment Funds up to $100,000 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Policy Dialogue Program — Indigenous and public engagement on the draft updated cooperation agreement between Canada and Ontario with respect to environmental and impact assessment program?
To be eligible for the Policy Dialogue Program — Indigenous and public engagement on the draft updated cooperation agreement between Canada and Ontario with respect to environmental and impact assessment program, you must:
Direct interest in Ontario assessments
Ability to complete proposed activities
Written comments required
What expenses are eligible under Policy Dialogue Program — Indigenous and public engagement on the draft updated cooperation agreement between Canada and Ontario with respect to environmental and impact assessment?
Review of the draft updated cooperation agreement
Participation in virtual information sessions and oral feedback
Collection of input and written comments during the public comment period
Who can I contact for more information about the Policy Dialogue Program — Indigenous and public engagement on the draft updated cooperation agreement between Canada and Ontario with respect to environmental and impact assessment?
You can contact Government of Canada by email at intergovernmentalaffairs-affairesintergouvernementales@iaac-aeic.gc.ca or by phone at 1-800-O-Canada.
Where is the Policy Dialogue Program — Indigenous and public engagement on the draft updated cooperation agreement between Canada and Ontario with respect to environmental and impact assessment available?
The Policy Dialogue Program — Indigenous and public engagement on the draft updated cooperation agreement between Canada and Ontario with respect to environmental and impact assessment program is available the province of Ontario.
Is the Policy Dialogue Program — Indigenous and public engagement on the draft updated cooperation agreement between Canada and Ontario with respect to environmental and impact assessment a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Policy Dialogue Program — Indigenous and public engagement on the draft updated cooperation agreement between Canada and Ontario with respect to environmental and impact assessment is a Grant and Funding