Local organizations and individuals will have the chance to get involved in the environmental assessment for the Goliath Gold Project, near Wabigoon.
The Canadian Environmental Assessment Agency is providing $94,500 in funding to encourage public involvement.
Spokesperson Celin Legault says this includes expert advice, travel expenses, information collection and any type of expense the public could run into if they are participating in the assessment.
Funding will also go specifically to Aboriginal groups to help them prepare for and participate in consultation activities.
The deadline to apply is May 27th, and can be done online at www.ceaa-acee.gc.ca (registry reference number: 80019), by emailing the Participant Funding Program at PFP.PAFP@ceaa.acee.gc.ca, or by calling 1-866-582-1884.