Maïté Blanchette Vézina, Quebec’s minister of natural resources and forests, has launched the Enveloppe nordique d’infrastructures en appui au secteur minier (ENIAM). Through the Société du Plan Nord, the Quebec government is investing $20.75 million in strategic infrastructure to drive mining growth and strengthen northern communities.
ENIAM funds multi-user projects that benefit both the mining sector and local residents in northern Quebec. The Société du Plan Nord leads this effort, ensuring integrated, sustainable development as part of Quebec’s Northern Action Plan 2023-2028.
Maïté Blanchette Vézina, minister of natural resources and forests and the minister responsible for the Société du Plan Nord, said: “With this investment, our government reaffirms its commitment to creating the right conditions for the responsible development of the northern territory and Québec’s mining sector. By supporting essential infrastructure, we are actively backing promising projects while generating lasting benefits north of the 49th parallel,”
She added: “This initiative strengthens the foundations necessary for the growth of Québec’s critical and strategic mineral sector. Through this partnership, we are making tangible improvements to the infrastructure that supports the responsible exploration and development of our natural resources. This investment will enhance worker safety and mobility, and facilitate access to the territory for the Cree community of Wemindji.”
Individuals or organizations that plan to build or upgrade strategic land transportation or renewable energy infrastructure can apply for funding. Projects must be designed for multiple users, support the mining sector, and provide benefits to northern communities to qualify for ENIAM support.
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