Mineral Resources Development Fund: Marketing Grants

Amount:

no fixed amount

Type:

Grant

Description:

The Mineral Resources Development Fund supports prospectors, exploration companies, researchers, post-secondary students, and projects in the mining sector that attract investment, help grow Nova Scotia’s economy and create jobs, especially in rural areas. The Marketing funding stream provides support to mineral license and lease holders, companies, and industry associations to promote mineral opportunities and attract investments to Nova Scotia’s exploration and mining sectors. Grants will principally support participation at regional, national, and international conferences, sector trade shows, and investment forums.

Comments on Funding:

Marketing grants are available for promoting mineral properties at trade shows.

Deadline:

Proposals are accepted throughout the fiscal year starting 1 April each year.

Eligibility:

Applicants must:
1. mineral license or lease holders or be a representative of a mineral license or lease holder, companies, and industry associations;
2. promote a license or lease that is in good standing in accordance with the Mineral Resources Act and Regulations;
3. be the license or lease holders of the property being promoted. If the applicant is being represented by another individual who will be marketing or promoting the property, a signed agreement for this representation must be accompanied with the application.

Application Steps:

Applications must be submitted using the application form provided to mrdf@novascotia.ca. Applicants are permitted to apply for more than one marketing grant each fiscal year.

Documentation Needed:

Applicants must submit:
1. the application form; 2. original paid receipts for reimbursement of expenses;
3. a report, within one month of the end of the promotional activity;

Other Things to Note:

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About the author

Maurice

Maurice (Moe) Muise learned the ins-and-outs of government while an employee of the Government of Canada in Ottawa for 10 years. His current focus is helping small businesses in Canada to identify and maximize funding to grow their business.

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