Manitoba Government Invests $1.2 Million in Mineral Exploration

October 8, 2025

The Manitoba government is providing $1.2 million to six mineral exploration projects through the Manitoba Mineral Development Fund (MMDF) to support mining projects that create Indigenous partnerships, increase job opportunities and stimulate investment in northern Manitoba, Business, Mining, Trade and Job Creation Minister Jamie Moses announced today.

“The Manitoba government is actively investing in new critical mineral opportunities that support local communities and deliver benefits to all Manitobans,” said Moses. “This MMDF investment will leverage $3.8 million in private-sector capital and create 39 jobs that will help shape a strong future for Manitoba’s mineral development industry.”

The MMDF is a provincial fund administered by the Manitoba Chambers of Commerce (MCC). Communities and businesses, including Indigenous groups, municipalities and the not-for-profit sector, are eligible to apply for funding. Financial assistance from the fund could include one-time grants for activities that help advance new mining opportunities and outreach to First Nations for collaborative resource development in Manitoba.

“The MMDF remains steadfast in its commitment to driving innovation, supporting economic growth and fostering partnerships within the mineral development sector,” said Chuck Davidson, president and CEO, Manitoba Chambers of Commerce and chair, Manitoba Mineral Development Fund. “With growing demand for critical minerals, Manitoba has a unique opportunity to attract investment, create jobs and strengthen communities while driving the province’s long-term economic growth.”

The funding provided to these six projects is expected to provide multiple short- and long-term jobs, strengthen partnerships with several First Nations communities and support Manitoba’s leadership in sustainable mineral exploration, the minister said

For more information on critical minerals in Manitoba, visit www.manitoba.ca/iem/index.html.

For more information on the Manitoba Mineral Development Fund and the next intake, visit www.mmdf.ca.

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For more information:

• Public information, contact Manitoba Government Inquiry: mgi@gov.mb.ca or 1-866-626-4862 or 204-945-3744.
• Media requests for general information, contact Communications and Engagement: newsroom@gov.mb.ca.
• Media requests for ministerial comment, contact Cabinet Communications: cabcom@manitoba.ca.

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