LEGACY PITS & QUARRIES
RESEARCH FUNDING
Aggregate Resources Trust Research Funding
Introduction
Funds to support research projects come in part from income earned on Trust assets and in part from a portion of the licence fees paid by aggregate producers. The Board of Directors determines the level of funding for any particular research project after carefully considering the research project and its relevance and application to the aggregate industry at large. The Trust has supported small projects requiring minimal funding as well as multi-year projects costing over two hundred thousand dollars. Funding for any particular project will depend upon the availability of funds from investments or the portion of fees dedicated for such purposes. The level and duration of funding is the sole prerogative of the Board of Directors.
Who is eligible for research funds?
- Any person or team of persons who have a bona fide interest in the management of Ontario’s aggregate resources or the rehabilitation of depleted aggregate sites may apply for funding.
- Applications will be accepted from Ontario-based individuals, private businesses, universities and colleges, non-government organizations and municipal and federal government agencies as well as other organizations with an interest in aggregate resource management and rehabilitation.
- Applications from individuals or organizations outside of Ontario may be considered if the proposal relates to work to be conducted in Ontario.
- Ministries of the Government of Ontario are not eligible for funds from the Trust. The Trust encourages proposals that include funding from other partners.