Yukon Mineral Exploration Program

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 Yukon Mineral Exploration Program a grant, loan, or tax credit?

Yukon Mineral Exploration Program is a Grant and Funding

Q: Who are the financial supporters of the Yukon Mineral Exploration Program?

Yukon Mineral Exploration Program is funded by Government of Yukon, Department of Energy, Mines and Resources (YK)

Q: Who is eligible for the Yukon Mineral Exploration Program program?

To be eligible for the Yukon Mineral Exploration Program program, you must: • Projects must be related to hardrock exploration, grassroots prospecting, target evaluation, or placer exploration.

Q: Who can I contact for more information about the Yukon Mineral Exploration Program?

You can contact Government of Yukon by email at ymep@yukon.ca or by phone at 867-667-3203.

Q: Where is the Yukon Mineral Exploration Program available?

The Yukon Mineral Exploration Program program is available the province of YT.

Last Update: January 24, 2025

YT, Canada

Money for mineral exploration in Yukon

At a glance

Eligible Funding

No Condition

Timeline

Closing date : September 30, 2024

Financing Type

Grant and Funding

Eligible Industries

Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction

Funds Providers

Unspecified

Program status

Closed

Overview

Get funding to locate, explore and develop mineral projects to an advanced exploration stage.

Financing terms and conditions

This grant requires compliance with several financial reporting and submission requirements, ensuring accountability and proper use of funds. These requirements focus on regular updates regarding project progress and financial expenses.

Submission of a status report before the specified deadline.
Expense claims can be submitted at any time, with the possibility of submitting multiple claims simultaneously.
A final submission form must be submitted by the deadline.
The final report must be uploaded via a secure FTP site, including all necessary digital data files and should not exceed the specified file size limit.

Activities funded

The Yukon Mineral Exploration Program (YMEP) funds projects aimed at mineral exploration and development in the Yukon. Eligible activities focus on various stages and types of mineral prospecting and exploration.

Hardrock exploration for mineral deposits.
Grassroots prospecting for new mineral locations.
Target evaluation to assess potential mineral sites.
Placer exploration to locate and evaluate placer deposits.
Placer module focused on specific placer exploration initiatives.

Examples of admissible projects:

$ 100,000

Focussed regional exploration for lithium in the Mayo region

$ 64,000

Target evaluation for potential zinc deposits

$ 36,000

Placer module activities focusing on gold recovery near Mayo

$ 120,000

Conducting hardrock exploration for gold deposits in the Dawson area

$ 72,000

Placer exploration for gold in the Klondike area near Dawson City

$ 35,000

Grassroots prospecting for copper in the Whitehorse area

Eligibility

Eligibility for this grant is determined by specific requirements related to the type of mineral exploration activities being undertaken.

The project must relate to either hardrock exploration, grassroots prospecting, target evaluation, placer exploration, or involve a placer module.

Who is eligible?

The Yukon Mineral Exploration Program (YMEP) is open to individuals and businesses involved in mineral exploration within the Yukon Territory. This includes those seeking to undertake projects in hardrock exploration, grassroots prospecting, target evaluation, placer exploration, and placer module initiatives.

Who is not eligible

Some types of companies are not eligible for the Yukon Mineral Exploration Program grant. These include:

Companies engaged in activities outside the scope of mineral exploration as defined by the program guidelines.
Companies with a history of non-compliance with mining regulations or environmental standards.

Eligible expenses

The grant covers specific expenses related to mineral exploration projects under the Yukon Mineral Exploration Program (YMEP).

Expenses associated with prospecting and preliminary surveying of mineral claims.
Costs related to geological mapping and sampling.
Expenditure for geochemical analysis and assays.
Expenses for geophysical surveys and related data processing.
Drilling costs for exploration purposes.
Expenses for environmental baseline studies.
Equipment rental and materials directly related to exploration activities.
Travel and accommodation costs for fieldwork personnel.
Fees for technical consultations and expert analysis.

Eligible geographic areas

This program is specifically designed for mineral exploration initiatives within the Yukon region. Companies operating within Yukon are encouraged to apply to support local mineral project advancement.

Businesses located within the Yukon territory.

Selection criteria

The evaluation and selection of projects for the Yukon Mineral Exploration Program are based on specific criteria with allocated point scores to determine the most promising mineral exploration endeavors. However, the exact criteria are found in Appendix A of the relevant guidebook, which is not provided in this context.

How to apply

Review Program Guidelines

Download and read the relevant guidebook based on your type of exploration: Hardrock or Placer.

Fill Out Application Form

Complete the application form for the Yukon Mineral Exploration Program.

Contact Yukon Geological Survey

Before submission, it's recommended to discuss your application with the Yukon Geological Survey by emailing ymep@yukon.ca or calling Patrick Sack at 867-667-3203.

Submit Application

Send the completed application form via email to ymep@yukon.ca by April 2nd, 2024.

Receive Application Outcome

Expect an email notification by May 15 with the results of your application.
If unsuccessful, you have until June 30 to appeal by contacting the program via email or phone.

Additional information

Engaging with the Yukon Geological Survey for discussion and guidance before submitting an application is recommended to enhance the chances of a successful submission.
Applications will be scored based on specific criteria detailed in the respective guidebooks, and applicants can request to see their scores.
Successful applicants must comply with reporting conditions, including the submission of status, expense, summary, and final reports by specified deadlines.
Applicants who are not successful may appeal the decision by contacting the Yukon Geological Survey by June 30.
File submissions for final reports are managed through a secure FTP site, and there are specifications and size limits for data file submissions.

Contacts

ymep@yukon.ca

867-667-3203

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Frequently Asked Questions about the Yukon Mineral Exploration Program Program

Here are answers to the most common questions about the Yukon Mineral Exploration Program. 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.