Platform
Consulting
Resources
Pricing
True North Treasure Initiative – Labrador Trough - Quebec - Canada
Open

True North Treasure Initiative – Labrador Trough

Supports Indigenous participation in northern Quebec mining sectors
Government of Canada
Last Update: March 3, 2026
Funding available
No Condition
Timeline
  • Open continuously
Location
Nord-du-Québec, Quebec, Canada

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.
/100
Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.

At a glance

Funding available

Financing goals
  • Develop strategic partnerships
  • Complete an acquisition or business transfer
  • Develop workforce skills
Eligible Funding
  • No Condition
Timeline
  • Open continuously

Eligible candidates

Eligible Industries
  • Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
  • Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction
  • Utilities
Location
  • Nord-du-Québec
  • Quebec
Legal structures
  • For-profit business
  • Sole proprietorship
Annual revenue
  • All revenue ranges
Organisation size
  • All organization sizes
Audience
  • Indigenous Peoples
  • Rural or Northern Residents

Next steps

1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility

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.

Eligibility

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.

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.

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?

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.

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

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.

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

The True North Treasure Initiative – Labrador Trough program is available Nord-du-Québec, Quebec.

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

True North Treasure Initiative – Labrador Trough is a Other Support

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

More programs like this