Ontario Junior Exploration Program

Overview

If you are a junior mining company in Ontario, you could get a contribution to cover eligible costs for a project that helps boost mineral exploration, growth and job creation in the province, particularly in northern and Indigenous communities.

At a glance

Eligibility and requirements

Money Up to $200,000 per project to cover 50% of eligible costs Up to $15,000 to cover 100% of eligible costs per project supporting Indigenous employment and business opportunities You Are a non-producing, junior mining company Are registered to conduct business in Ontario Have a market capitalization of up to $100 million (or a comparable value if you are a private company) Have a copy of a valid Certificate of Insurance Have proof of funds to cover 100% of total project costs Are enrolled in the Mining Lands Administration System (MLAS) and hold the necessary mining claims tenure Have a valid exploration plan and/or permit issued under the Mining Act

How Mona Studio helps business owners use this program

Ontario Junior Exploration Program is one of many Canadian funding options listed in our grant finder. Mona Studio helps general teams translate program requirements into a practical workflow or AI adoption scope for leadership review, grant writers, and lenders. We summarize eligibility and funding here for discovery — confirm all details on the official program website before applying.

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