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Support for Northern Quebec Indigenous participation in mining development
Support for Indigenous mining participation in Northern Quebec
Last Update: May 6, 2026
Funding available
Varies by project
Timeline
- Open continuously
Location
Nord-du-Québec, Quebec, Canada
Overview
This program supports Indigenous participation in mining development in Northern Quebec. It funds awareness, mineral prospecting and exploration, and Indigenous entrepreneurship in mining and related services.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Increase social or community impact
- Conduct research and development activities
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Timeline
- Open continuously
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction
Location
- Nord-du-Québec
- Quebec
Legal structures
- Public or Parapublic institution
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Indigenous Peoples
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Mining prospecting and exploration.
- Awareness activities about mineral exploration and the mining sector.
- Projects that promote mining potential in Eeyou Istchee and Kativik.
- Indigenous entrepreneurship in mining and related services.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Cree communities and organizations.
- Inuit communities and organizations.
- Naskapi communities and organizations.
Eligible geographic areas
- Nord-du-Québec
- Eeyou Istchee
- Kativik
Processing and Agreement
- Contact the relevant Indigenous mining fund for information and to submit an application.
- The application is administered by one of the two Indigenous organizations.
- Funding decisions are made through the fund responsible for the application.
Additional information
- The program is delivered through two Indigenous mining funds.
- Applicants must contact the relevant fund to obtain information and apply.
- The support is administered in partnership with the Government of Quebec.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Support for Northern Quebec Indigenous participation in mining development Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Support for Northern Quebec Indigenous participation in mining development. 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 Support for Northern Quebec Indigenous participation in mining development?
This program supports Indigenous participation in mining development in Northern Quebec. It funds awareness, mineral prospecting and exploration, and Indigenous entrepreneurship in mining and related services.
Who is eligible for the Support for Northern Quebec Indigenous participation in mining development program?
To be eligible for the Support for Northern Quebec Indigenous participation in mining development program, you must:
Cree, Inuit or Naskapi applicants only.
Project linked to Northern Quebec mining.
Aligned with program objectives.
What expenses are eligible under Support for Northern Quebec Indigenous participation in mining development?
Mining prospecting and exploration.
Awareness activities about mineral exploration and the mining sector.
Projects that promote mining potential in Eeyou Istchee and Kativik.
Indigenous entrepreneurship in mining and related services.
Who can I contact for more information about the Support for Northern Quebec Indigenous participation in mining development?
You can contact Gouvernment of Québec by email at info@nmef.ca or by phone at 8199641316.
Where is the Support for Northern Quebec Indigenous participation in mining development available?
The Support for Northern Quebec Indigenous participation in mining development program is available Nord-du-Québec, Quebec.
Is the Support for Northern Quebec Indigenous participation in mining development a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Support for Northern Quebec Indigenous participation in mining development is a Grant and Funding
Who are the financial supporters of the Support for Northern Quebec Indigenous participation in mining development?
Support for Northern Quebec Indigenous participation in mining development is funded by Gouvernment of Québec