True North Treasure Initiative – Labrador Trough

Q: How much funding can be received?

There is no informations about how much funding can be received.

Q: What is the deadline to apply?

The program is accepting continuous intake

Q: Is the True North Treasure Initiative – Labrador Trough a grant, loan, or tax credit?

True North Treasure Initiative – Labrador Trough is a Other Support

Q: Who are the financial supporters of the True North Treasure Initiative – Labrador Trough?

True North Treasure Initiative – Labrador Trough is funded by Government of Canada

Q: Who is eligible for the True North Treasure Initiative – Labrador Trough program?

To be eligible for the True North Treasure Initiative – Labrador Trough program, you must: • Indigenous-owned businesses in Quebec • Businesses providing goods or services for the mining industry

Q: Who can I contact for more information about the True North Treasure Initiative – Labrador Trough?

You can contact Government of Canada.

Q: Where is the True North Treasure Initiative – Labrador Trough available?

The True North Treasure Initiative – Labrador Trough program is available the province of QC.

Q: Are Indigenous Peoples eligible for the True North Treasure Initiative – Labrador Trough program?

Yes, Indigenous Peoples are eligible to apply for the True North Treasure Initiative – Labrador Trough program.

Last Update: August 7, 2025

QC, Canada

Supports Indigenous participation in northern Quebec mining sectors

At a glance

Eligible Funding

No Condition

Timeline

Unspecified

Financing Type

Other Support

Partnering and Collaboration

Grant and Funding

Eligible Industries

Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction
Utilities

Funds Providers

Government of Canada

Program status

Open

Overview

The True North Treasure Initiative – Labrador Trough aims to increase Indigenous participation in major mining projects in Northern Quebec by supporting workforce development, entrepreneurship, and asset enhancement, though no specific maximum funding amount is specified. Eligible activities include labour market training, business development, supply chain integration, and support for Indigenous business directories.

Activities funded

Development of labour profiles and identification of training needs to increase Indigenous employment in the mining sector.
Strengthening Indigenous entrepreneurship by identifying business opportunities with mining companies and creating a directory of Indigenous businesses.
Facilitating the acquisition or creation of Indigenous-owned businesses that supply goods and services for the mining industry.
Supporting negotiation and implementation of Impact and Benefits Agreements (IBAs) between Indigenous communities and mining companies.

Examples of admissible projects:

$ 52,000

Upskilling existing Indigenous mining sector employees via targeted courses

$ 68,000

Study to identify emerging mining entrepreneurship opportunities

$ 59,000

Development of an Indigenous business and skills directory for mining

$ 220,000

Launch of an Indigenous mining supply company acquisition project

$ 110,000

Negotiation support for a new Impact and Benefits Agreement

$ 80,000

Creation of a mining-focused Indigenous workforce training program

Eligibility

The applicant must be an Indigenous individual or business.
The project must focus on participation in economic development within sectors such as mining, energy, agriculture, fisheries, or forestry in Quebec, specifically related to the Labrador Trough region.
Indigenous businesses should be located in Quebec and may benefit from registration in the Indigenous Business Directory.

Who is eligible?

Indigenous entrepreneurs and businesses
Companies providing goods and services for the mining industry
Organizations involved in northern development, particularly in the Labrador Trough

Eligible expenses

Costs associated with developing labour profiles to assess Indigenous workforce capacities.
Expenses for training programs aimed at aligning community skills with mining industry needs.
Costs related to establishing or acquiring businesses providing goods and services to the mining sector.
Fees for creating and maintaining directories to connect Indigenous businesses with industry and government opportunities.
Negotiation and implementation expenses related to impact and benefits agreements (IBAs) with mining companies.

Eligible geographic areas

Indigenous communities in Quebec, notably those near the mining sites in the Labrador Trough (including the Innus, Naskapis, and Inuits).
Other Indigenous communities in Quebec potentially benefiting from mining spinoff in the Labrador Trough.

How to apply

Verify eligibility and objectives

Identify if your community or business is eligible for the initiative
Review the objectives: developing human capital, strengthening entrepreneurship, enhancing assets

Prepare necessary documentation

Gather information about your community or business profile
Prepare documentation on needs and capabilities relevant to the mining sector

Register in business directory

Register your Indigenous business in the Indigenous Business Directory
Ensure registration is complete to increase visibility and receive tender notices

Consult and apply to programs

Consult available economic development programs for additional funding opportunities
Prepare to submit applications as required

Additional information

The initiative emphasizes the creation and sharing of an Indigenous Business Directory to increase visibility and opportunities for Indigenous entrepreneurs.
Partnerships between Indigenous organizations, governmental bodies, and industry partners are integral to achieving the program’s objectives.
Impact and Benefits Agreements (IBAs) are used to formalize negotiations between Indigenous communities and mining companies regarding mining spinoffs.
The initiative references additional economic development programs that participants may consult for complementary support.

Apply to this program

Frequently Asked Questions about the True North Treasure Initiative – Labrador Trough Program

Here are answers to the most common questions about the True North Treasure Initiative – Labrador Trough. 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 True North Treasure Initiative – Labrador Trough?

How much funding can be received?

What expenses are eligible under True North Treasure Initiative – Labrador Trough?

Development of labour profiles and identification of training needs to increase Indigenous employment in the mining sector. Strengthening Indigenous entrepreneurship by identifying business opportunities with mining companies and creating a directory of Indigenous businesses. Facilitating the acquisition or creation of Indigenous-owned businesses that supply goods and services for the mining industry. Supporting negotiation and implementation of Impact and Benefits Agreements (IBAs) between Indigenous communities and mining companies.