Canada’s Critical Minerals Strategy includes targeted federal program funding to support the development of critical mineral projects and value chains.
This session will provide insight for companies in the critical minerals sector seeking access to government funding at the federal and provincial level.
The speakers will address what to expect in the application process and legal considerations relating to funding agreements, and to identify and mitigate lobbying law risks when engaging with public officials by covering what constitutes lobbying in the extractive sector (for example, rules related to disclosing lobbying activities, conflicts of interest, offering gifts, benefits and/or hospitality to public officials and accepting and disclosing government funding), legal and reputational risks for officers and directors, and enforcement activities.
Speakers
- Guy Giorno, Partner , Fasken
- Laura Little, Counsel, Fasken
- John Knubley, Strategic Advisor, InnovAction Advisory Services | Former Deputy Minister of Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (2012-2019)
- Regan P. Watts, Principal, Fratton Park Inc.
Agenda
- 14:00 - 15:30 ET Webinar and Q&A
Cost
This webinar is complimentary
Type
This event is only available via webinar
This program contains 1.5 hours of accredited content for the purposes of the Law Society of British Columbia’s annual Continuing Professional Development (CPD) requirements. The session has been loaded with the LSBC and is titled “PDAC - Government Funding for Critical Minerals Projects: How to Access and Comply – February, 25, 2025”. It is available for claiming through your LSBC Member Portal.
A confirmation of participation will be sent to you for your continuing education hours with the Barreau du Québec.
For CPD/CLE in other jurisdictions, please contact your local Law Society.
