Environnemental Grants in Quebec
Green Shift Grants and Incentives for Businesses
Undertaking clean technology projects often requires substantial capital, but government support is helping to bridge the gap. In 2026, federal and provincial governments are investing billions in clean growth as part of Canada’s climate strategy. For businesses, this means generous co-funding for projects that reduce greenhouse gas emissions or improve energy efficiency. The financial incentives not only lower project costs but also shorten payback periods, making green investments more attractive on the balance sheet.
Clean tech funding is also a strategic advantage. Companies that tap into grants and credits can modernize operations – for example, upgrading to energy-efficient equipment or adopting renewable energy – without bearing the full cost. This boosts competitiveness by cutting long-term energy expenses and future carbon pricing liabilities. Moreover, aligning with Canada’s climate initiatives can enhance corporate reputation and meet increasing demands from customers and supply chains for sustainable practices. In short, leveraging these incentives allows businesses to achieve environmental goals faster and in a cost-effective way, turning climate action into an economic positive.

Emergency And Climate Change Adaptation Fund
Tourisme Montréal- Maximum amount : 100,000 $
- Up to 90% of project cost
- Arts, entertainment and recreation

REGI — Jobs and Growth Fund — CED (QC) — Not-for-profit
Canada Economic Development for Quebec Regions (CED)- Up to 50% of project cost
- All industries

Financial assistance to improve infrastructure and ensure safe off-road vehicle use
Gouvernement du Québec- Maximum amount : 500,000 $
- Up to 75% of project cost
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Public administration

Tax credit for biofuel production in Quebec
Revenu Québec- No Condition
- Manufacturing

Enbridge Gas Quebec — Cash incentives – Condensing Water Heater
Enbridge Gas Quebec- Maximum amount : 500 $
- Up to 90% of project cost
- Real estate and rental and leasing
- Accommodation and food services

School bus electrification program – Stream 2 : Financial assistance for the acquisition and installation of charging infrastructure for electric school buses
Gouvernement du Québec- Maximum amount : 25,000 $
- Up to 75% of project cost
- Transportation and warehousing
- Educational services

Program to support the fight against climate change in the bio-food sector – Component A
Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food (MAPAQ)- From $40,000 to $330,000
- Up to 50% of project cost
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Manufacturing

Agricultural and Sector Show Support Program – Stream 2
Gouvernement du Québec- Maximum amount : 30,000 $
- Up to 80% of project cost
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting

Water Incubation Program
2 Degrés- No Condition
- Utilities

Quebec Industrial Research Centre — CRIQ
Investissement Québec (IQ)- No Condition
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Manufacturing

Fonds Mon virage écologique
Innovation et Développement économique Trois-Rivières (IDETR)- From $2,000 to $15,000
- Up to 50% of project cost
- Manufacturing
- Retail trade
- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Administrative and support, waste management and remediation services

Government assistance program for public transportation
Minister of Transport and Sustainable Mobility of Quebec- Up to 100% of project cost
- Transportation and warehousing

MRC du Golfe-du-Saint-Laurent — Rural Development Fund (FDR)
MRC du Golfe du Saint Laurent- Maximum amount : 25,000 $
- Educational services
- Health care and social assistance
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Other services (except public administration)

PRCCM – Stream 1
Gouvernement du Québec- Up to 90% of project cost
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction

SADC Lac-St-Jean Ouest — Green Strategy Fund
SADC Lac-St-Jean Ouest- Maximum amount : 50,000 $
- All industries

Enbridge Gas Quebec — Cash incentives – Dishwasher Energy Star
Enbridge Gas Quebec- From $1,400 to $3,060
- Accommodation and food services

Initiatives program (FIP)
Tourisme Montréal- Up to 80% of project cost
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Accommodation and food services

Fundraising Incentive Program
Quebec Wildlife Foundation- From $500 to $1,000
- Public administration

Endangered wildlife program
Quebec Wildlife Foundation- No Condition
- All industries

Act for Wildlife Program
Quebec Wildlife Foundation- No Condition
- Other services (except public administration)
- Public administration

Explore Québec on the Road Program
Gouvernement du Québec- Maximum amount : 25,000 $
- Up to 25% of project cost
- Transportation and warehousing
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Accommodation and food services

Canadian Experiences Fund - Canada Economic Development for Quebec Regions (CED)
Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED)- No Condition
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Accommodation and food services

Défi-Québec, an entrepreneurial city
Quebec City- Maximum amount : 50,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
- Utilities
- Manufacturing
- Information and cultural industries
- Professional, scientific and technical services

Tourism Growth Program — Indigenous Projects for Quebec
Indigenous Tourism Québec (ITQ)- Maximum amount : 250,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Accommodation and food services

Technology showcase program for buildings and innovative wood solutions
Gouvernement du Québec- Maximum amount : 1,000,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Construction
- Manufacturing

Capital Synergie
Investissement Québec (IQ)- Maximum amount : 225,000 $
- Up to 30% of project cost
- Manufacturing
- Information and cultural industries
- Professional, scientific and technical services