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Nunavut Prospectors Program accepting applications

Last updated Monday, April 15, 2024

Are you a prospector? Are you interested in searching for minerals?

The Department of Economic Development and Transportation (EDT) is accepting applications for the Nunavut Prospectors Program. You may be eligible for up to $8,000 to help cover field expenses, sample analysis costs, assistant wages, materials, and supplies for your project.

Eligible applicants must:

  • Be a Nunavut resident.
  • Be 18 years or older.
  • Have prospecting experience or have completed the Introduction to Prospecting course.

Before applying, applicants are encouraged to contact their regional EDT or hamlet office to prepare for all necessary permits and other application requirements. The deadline to apply is May 10, 2024.

For more information, call 1-888-975-5999, email @email or visit https://www.gov.nu.ca/en/industry/prospecting. For further assistance with completing an application, please consult your regional EDT or hamlet office.

Document(s):

2024-04 PSA (EDT) Nunavut Prospectors Program - ENG.pdf

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