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Sustainable Development Support Program for Mining Sector Companies — Stream B
Support for mining sustainability projects
Last Update: April 9, 2026
Funding available
$ 50,000
Timeline
- Archived
Location
Quebec, Canada
Overview
This program supports mining companies in Quebec to improve sustainable development performance. It funds external audits and consulting mandates that help achieve VDMD indicator results of A, AA, or AAA.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Improve governance or administrative structure
- Implement environmental initiatives
- Obtain certifications or accreditations
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 50,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Timeline
- Archived
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction
Location
- Quebec
Legal structures
- For-profit business
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- External verification needed to achieve a VDMD indicator result of A, AA, or AAA
- Consulting mandates that help achieve a VDMD indicator result of A, AA, or AAA
Documents Needed
- Grant application form
- External audit report
- Consultant quote or final report, depending on the project
- Supplier invoice
- Proof of payment
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Mining companies
Who is not eligible
- Government ministries or budgetary organizations
- Companies listed in the Register of Enterprises Ineligible for Public Contracts (RENA)
- Applicants in default on obligations after a formal notice regarding prior government assistance
Eligible expenses
- Professional fees for external verifiers or consultants
- Travel expenses for external verifiers or consultants, within public-sector rates
Eligible geographic areas
- Quebec
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed by the MRNF as they are received.
- Eligibility and required documents are checked before a decision is made.
- The decision is sent to the applicant in writing.
- If approved, a subvention letter confirms the funding and related conditions.
Additional information
- The program is administered by the Ministry of Natural Resources and Forests (MRNF).
- Applications are reviewed continuously on a first-come, first-served basis.
- Funding is limited to the program budget.
- A funding agreement may be required if the application is approved.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Sustainable Development Support Program for Mining Sector Companies — Stream B Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Sustainable Development Support Program for Mining Sector Companies — Stream B. 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 Sustainable Development Support Program for Mining Sector Companies — Stream B?
This program supports mining companies in Quebec to improve sustainable development performance. It funds external audits and consulting mandates that help achieve VDMD indicator results of A, AA, or AAA.
How much funding can be received?
Sustainable Development Support Program for Mining Sector Companies — Stream B Funds up to 50% of admissible expenses, capped at $50,000 per project.
Who is eligible for the Sustainable Development Support Program for Mining Sector Companies — Stream B program?
To be eligible for the Sustainable Development Support Program for Mining Sector Companies — Stream B program, you must:
Quebec-registered mining company
At least one establishment in Quebec
Project linked to VDMD A, AA, or AAA results
What expenses are eligible under Sustainable Development Support Program for Mining Sector Companies — Stream B?
External verification needed to achieve a VDMD indicator result of A, AA, or AAA
Consulting mandates that help achieve a VDMD indicator result of A, AA, or AAA
Who can I contact for more information about the Sustainable Development Support Program for Mining Sector Companies — Stream B?
You can contact Ministère des Ressources naturelles et des Forêts (MRNF) by email at none or by phone at none.
Where is the Sustainable Development Support Program for Mining Sector Companies — Stream B available?
The Sustainable Development Support Program for Mining Sector Companies — Stream B program is available the province of Quebec.
Is the Sustainable Development Support Program for Mining Sector Companies — Stream B a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Sustainable Development Support Program for Mining Sector Companies — Stream B is a Grant and Funding