The Ministère de l’Énergie et des Ressourcesnaturelles (MERN) believes that it is essential to support research and innovation in the mining sector to ensure that Québec mining ventures remain competitive and keep pace with global developments in the sector. The research and innovation support program is intended for Québec mining companies to promote innovation in the mining sector, through research and development activities.
Mining development phases targeted by the program:
- Exploration and development
- Exploitation
- Processing
- Mine rehabilitation and restoration
Environmental objectives:
- The design or experimentation of methods to mitigate greenhouse gases and the adaptation to climate change of mining operations in Québec
- The commercialization of mine tailings and mine sites
- Any other environmental objective
Social objectives:
- Enhance social acceptability conditions
- Reduce the adverse impacts of mining activity
- Any other social objective
