Announcement related to the mining sector - Mining infrastructure: A new initiative for northern projects

SEPT-ÎLES, QC, Sept. 5, 2025 /CNW/ - Maïté Blanchette Vézina, Minister of Natural Resources and Forests and Minister responsible for the Société du Plan Nord, is proud to announce the launch of the Enveloppe nordique d'infrastructures en appui au secteur minier (ENIAM). The Government of Quebec, through the Société du Plan Nord, is investing $20.75 million to support strategic infrastructure projects that will benefit both the mining sector and communities in the northern territory.

Minister Blanchette Vézina made the announcement today at the Société ferroviaire et portuaire de Pointe-Noire, alongside Kateri Champagne Jourdain, Minister of Employment, Minister responsible for the Côte-Nord, and MNA for Duplessis, as well as Yves Montigny, MNA for René-Lévesque.

Who can apply?

If you have a project aimed at the improvement or construction of strategic land transport or renewable energy infrastructure, you may be eligible to submit a funding application.

Additionally, to qualify for support from ENIAM, an infrastructure project must:

• have a multi-user perspective;
• support the mining sector;
• benefit communities in the northern territory.

Projects can be submitted on an ongoing basis to the Société du Plan Nord. Full details on how to apply are available on the Financial Support for Infrastructure Projects in Support of the Mining Sector page of Québec.ca.

Quotes:

"With this investment, our government reaffirms its commitment to creating the right conditions for the responsible development of the northern territory and Quebec's mining sector. By supporting mining infrastructure, we are actively backing promising projects while generating lasting benefits north of the 49th parallel. This initiative strengthens the foundations for the growth of Quebec's critical and strategic mineral sector."

Maïté Blanchette Vézina, Minister of Natural Resources and Forests and Minister responsible for the Société du Plan Nord

"This envelope is excellent news for our region. By bolstering the infrastructure that supports mining activity, we not only promote local economic development but also strengthen our ability to host structuring projects. It's a tangible way to unlock the full potential of our resources while generating positive outcomes for our communities."

Kateri Champagne Jourdain, Minister of Employment, Minister responsible for the Côte-Nord region and MNA for Duplessis

"This kind of initiative directly addresses the needs of our northern region. Infrastructure supporting the mining industry is essential to sustain the economic vitality of our territory and attract new investment. I am proud to see our government taking concrete steps to support the development of promising projects, right here at home."

Yves Montigny, MNA for René-Lévesque

About the Société du Plan Nord

The mission of the Société du Plan Nord is to contribute to the integrated and coherent development of Quebec's northern territory, with a focus on sustainable development. The Société du Plan Nord is the key player in the implementation of the Government of Quebec's Northern Action Plan 2023-2028.

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SOURCE Cabinet de la ministre des Ressources naturelles et des Forêts

Sources: William Cloutier, Media Relations Officer, Office of the Minister of Natural Resources and Forests and Minister responsible for the Société du Plan Nord, Tel. [phone]; Bénédicte Trottier Lavoie, Director of Communications. Office of the Minister of Employment and Minister responsible for the Côte-Nord. Tel. [phone]; Marie-Pierre Saint-Laurent, Media Relations Officer, Office of the MNA for René-Lévesque, Tel. [phone]; Information: Eric Duchesneau, Communications Advisor, Société du Plan Nord, Tel. [phone], ext. 66406