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Government of Ontario, Ministry of Northern Development, Mines, Natural Resources and Forestry
Ontario Junior Exploration Program
Amount
Varies
Deadline
Date not announced
Can you get this?
✓Non-producing junior mining company, market cap up to $100M
✓Must be registered on Ontario Business Registry
✓Proposes grassroots mineral exploration in Ontario
✓Prospectors must hold Ontario license for 1+ year
✓Must hold valid $2M commercial liability insurance
What it takes
Submit an application proposing grassroots mineral exploration in Ontario, with proof that the applicant has funds to cover 100% of total project costs.
Provide a copy of a valid certificate of insurance with general commercial liability coverage at a limit not less than $2 million per occurrence.
Have a valid exploration plan and/or permit issued under the Mining Act before work proceeds and for the duration of the project, where required.
Worth knowing
Junior mining companies can receive up to $200,000 per project covering 50% of eligible costs, plus an additional up to $15,000 covering 100% of eligible costs for Indigenous employment and business opportunities.
Prospectors can receive up to $50,000 per project on the same 50% basis.
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