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Title:

Research and Engagement Activities for the University of British Columbia - led Future Minerals initiative (FMI)

Agreement Number:

GC-130464S

Agreement Value:

$25,000.00

Agreement Date:

Mar 18, 2024 - Mar 31, 2024

Description:

The objective of this Project is to fund research and engage Indigenous partners and stakeholders to develop the Future Minerals Initiative (FMI).

Organization:

Natural Resources Canada

Expected Results:

This project is working towards full and meaningful Indigenous participation and leadership of the mineral resource sector which will provide certainty for future mining projects and streamline the approval process throughout Canada. This contributes to Canada’s economic growth and regional development. This project ultimately supports greater mineral and metal exploration and mine operations, which provide well-paid jobs and skills development for Canadians.

Location:

VANCOUVER, British Columbia, CA V6T1Z4

Reference Number:

115-2023-2024-Q4-14926

Agreement Type:

Grant

Report Type:

Grants and Contributions

Recipient Type:

Academia

Recipient's Legal Name:

UNIVERSITY OF BRITISH COLUMBIA

Program:

Outreach and Engagement

Program Purpose:

To encourage and accelerate innovation via the dissemination of information; to maintain a sustainable and responsible development of Canada's natural resources via participation into engagement activities; to share best practices at home and abroad on clean, sustainable, efficient technologies and practices related to natural resources; and, to assist in the protection of our natural resources from pests, fire and other hazards.