As a global leader in sustainably sourced minerals, Canada is making strategic investments to reinforce its position, advance Indigenous reconciliation and partnerships, create good jobs, and support economic growth in every region of the country.
Today, the Honourable Tim Hodgson, Minister of Energy and Natural Resources, announced the launch of a call for proposals for the Critical Minerals Infrastructure Fund (CMIF) Indigenous Grants stream, with up to $3 million available in total funding for Indigenous organizations or non-Indigenous organizations working in partnership with Indigenous communities.
The CMIF Indigenous Grants stream was established to provide Indigenous groups with resources necessary to actively engage on, participate in, and benefit from critical minerals development.
Grant amounts available for organizations are up to $150,000, with up to $200,000 for initiatives supporting Indigenous organizations located in northern or remote communities. Proposals will be prioritized for funding based on several criteria: their potential to generate significant benefits to First Nations, Inuit and Métis; the context and status of the critical minerals project and/or associated infrastructure; the significance of related development impacts; and the distribution of funding across Indigenous groups in Canada.
Applications for this call for proposals must be submitted by December 17, 2025 at 11:59 p.m. PT.
