
Quebec Grants for Non-Profit Organizations: Comprehensive Overview and Opportunities
Non-profit organizations (NPOs) in Quebec play a vital role in supporting social, cultural, and community development. Access to grants and funding opportunities is essential for these organizations to carry out impactful projects that benefit local communities, address social issues, and promote economic growth. Quebec offers various grant programs specifically designed for non-profit organizations, providing crucial financial support for development, innovation, and community services. This article provides an overview of Quebec’s grant programs for non-profits, highlights the funding options available across Canada, and introduces key resources like Grantwatch for accessing international grant opportunities.
Grant and FundingOpenFunding to optimize the operation of building mechanical systems
Grant and FundingClosedNovaScience Program - Support for projects in scientific culture and innovation
NovaScience promotes scientific culture and innovation development
Grant and FundingOpenWorkforce Training Measure (MFOR)
Workforce Development Program Supporting Employee Training in Québec
Grant and FundingOpenExport and cultural visibility support program
Financing for Quebec cultural exports
Wage Subsidies And InternsOpenAccueillez un stagiaire
Quebec internship wage subsidies for diverse student inclusion
Grant and FundingOpenOrganic Waste Management Support Program for Industry, Commerce, and Institutions (PMOICI)
Supports organic waste management projects for businesses and institutions
Grant and FundingClosedCommunity Organization Support Program (PSOC)
Supports Quebec community organizations in health and social services
Grant and FundingOpenEcocamionnage Program — Logistics Project Component
Greenhouse emission reduction aid for freight transport
Wage Subsidies And InternsOpenEmployee Wage Subsidy
Subsidy to hire people having trouble finding work in Quebec
Grant and FundingOpenTechnology and Business Demonstration
Financial support to demonstrate electricity saving technology in Quebec
Grant and FundingClosedNovaScience Program — Support for the position of innovation and commercialization manager
Ministère de l'économie, de l'innovation et de l'énergie du Québec (MEIE), Government of Canada, Government of QuébecNovaScience fund supports creating innovation and commercialization roles
Loans and Capital investmentsClosedProgram Supporting the Development of Tourist Attractions — Stream 2
Fund to renovate hotels and create new tourist accommodation facilities in Quebec
Wage Subsidies And InternsOpenEmployment Integration Program for Immigrants and Visible Minorities
Subsidy to hire immigrants and visible minorities in Quebec
Grant and FundingClosedFinancial Compensation Program for the Restaurant Sector
Supports restaurant sector technology transition with financial compensation
Loans and Capital investmentsClosedProgram Supporting the Development of Tourist Attractions — Stream 1
Loans to develop Quebec tourist attractions
Grant and FundingOpenEmployment Consultation - Human Resources Management Support
HR management support through Concertation pour l'emploi initiative
Grant and FundingClosedMaritime, Air, and Rail Transportation Efficiency Program - Pilot Project Component
Supports clean technology pilot projects in maritime, air, and rail
Grant and FundingOpenRoulez Vert — Rebate for charging station at work
Get financial aid to install electric charging stations at your Quebec business
Grant and FundingClosedFonds Écoleader — Specific implementation support
Écoleader supports sustainable business practices and clean technology
Grant and FundingOpenAdditional support for the circulation of shows
Financial support for touring Quebec music and comedy shows
Grant and FundingClosedEconomic development program to help revitalize territories (DEPART)
DÉPART supports economic diversification and growth in targeted areas
Grant and FundingOpenBioénergies — Analysis
Quebec Ministry of the Environment and the Fight Against Climate Change (MELCC), Government of QuébecReducing GHG emissions in Quebec's fossil fuel sector
Loans and Capital investmentsOpenREGI — Business Scale-up and Productivity — CED (QC) – Private sector
Financing to accelerate growth in Quebec
Other SupportExpert AdviceSuspendedOffensive Tr@ns Num
Accelerating business growth through strategic innovation coaching
Grant and FundingOpenBioénergies — Implementation
Quebec Ministry of the Environment and the Fight Against Climate Change (MELCC), Government of QuébecFunds for Quebec companies, institutions and municipalities to reduce GHG emissionsDiscover how much grant funding is available for your business
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Grant and FundingOpenSupport program for the development of reserved designations and promotional terms — Component 1
Supporting development of reserved designations and valorizing terms
Grant and FundingExpert AdviceClosedQuebec Initiative for Construction 4.0 — Stream 2
Groupe BIM du Québec (GBQ), Ministère de l'économie, de l'innovation et de l'énergie du Québec (MEIE), Digital Governance Institute (IGN)Digital transformation support for Quebec's construction industry
Grant and FundingClosedCall for projects to combat homophobia and transphobia
Funds Quebec organizations’ projects combating homophobia and transphobia
Grant and FundingClosedMaritime, Air, and Rail Transportation Efficiency Program - Studies Component
Supports studies to improve efficiency in maritime, air, and rail transport
Grant and FundingOpenInnovative Projects Program
Supports innovative, energy-efficient projects for multi-building developments
Grant and FundingOpenCED — Regional Artificial Intelligence Initiative
Supports AI technology development and adoption by Canadian SMEs
Grant and FundingClosedNovaScience Program — Support for employment in research and innovation
NovaScience supports innovation job integration in Quebec businesses
Grant and FundingOpenTechnoclimat
Quebec Ministry of the Environment and the Fight Against Climate Change (MELCC), Government of QuébecFinancial assistance for the demonstration of new technologies in Quebec
Grant and FundingClosedSupport program for positioning Quebec alcohol in the SAQ network
Supports Quebec alcoholic beverage producers in the SAQ network
Grant and FundingOpenClosing SoonCommerce-Montreal
Financial support for renovating commercial spaces in Montréal
Grant and FundingClosedAddressing Racism and Discrimination in Canada’s Health Systems Program
Supports culturally safe, equitable health services for marginalized communities
Grant and FundingOpenSODEC — Support for promotion and distribution – Component 1b
Promotes and distributes Quebecois and underrepresented foreign films
Grant and FundingOpenEnergir — Energy efficiency program – Implementation of efficiency measures
Supports implementation of energy-saving measures for natural gas users
Grant and FundingClosedHealthy Eating Program Component 3 – Support for activities and structural projects
Supports development of nutritious, health-enhancing food projects
Grant and FundingClosedFAQDD — Action-Climat Quebec
Program supports climate change adaptation and mitigation initiatives
Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingClosedAboriginal Aquatic Resource And Oceans Management (AAROM) Program
Supports Indigenous aquatic resource and oceans management capacity development
Grant and FundingOpenCharge+
Supports installation of electric vehicle charging infrastructure in Quebec
Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingClosedInternational Climate Cooperation Program (ICCP)
Quebec Ministry of the Environment and the Fight Against Climate Change (MELCC), Ministry of Forests, Wildlife and ParksSupports Quebec-driven climate action projects in francophone countries
Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingClosedBiofood Innovation Program Component 2 – Applied research, experimental development and technological adaptation
Québec biofood sector innovation and knowledge transfer grant
Grant and FundingClosedEnergir — Energy efficiency program – Feasibility study
Financial assistance for energy efficiency audits and project implementation
Grant and FundingOpenCanada Cultural Investment Fund - Endowment Incentives
Canadian Heritage (PCH), Canada Cultural Investment Fund (CCIF), Department of Canadian Heritage (LJI)Supports arts organizations by matching private donations to endowment funds
Grant and FundingClosedMAPAQ — Ministerial initiative Proximity — Component 1
Supporting Quebec's collective market and agritourism initiatives
Tax CreditsWage Subsidies And InternsOpenFinancial assistance for the hiring of a person to integrate a job on a long-term basis
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Grant and FundingOpenEnergir — Energy efficiency program - Efficient construction
Supports energy-efficient construction and renovation for businesses in Quebec
Grant and FundingClosedRenewable Natural Gas Production Support Program — Stream 1
Support for renewable natural gas feasibility studies
Grant and FundingClosedFinancial Assistance Program for the Promotion of French – Stream 1
Money to promote the use of French in the office
Grant and FundingClosedFinancial Assistance Program for the Promotion of French – stream 2
Support for French language promotion projects
Grant and FundingOpenMAPAQ — Prime-Vert — Component 2
Regional agricultural environmental projects funding program in Quebec
Grant and FundingOpenFinancial support to assess your energy use Hydro Quebec
Up to $50,000 for energy performance analysis and optimization
Wage Subsidies And InternsOpenFinancial support for the integration of foreign-trained employees
Supports integration of foreign-trained professionals into Quebec workforce
Grant and FundingClosedVisées program — Training
Chamber of Commerce of Metropolitan Montreal (CCMM), Quebec Federation of Chambers of Commerce (FCCQ)Visées funds employee skill development for Quebec businesses
Grant and FundingOpenREGI — Business Scale-up and Productivity — CED (QC) — Not-for-profit
Funding for business innovation and growth through CERI program
Grant and FundingOpenRegional defence investment initiative (RDII) – Quebec
Supports Quebec organizations integrating into domestic and international defence supply chains
Grant and FundingClosedActing to support growth
Financial support for Montréal non-profits advancing business growth
Grant and FundingClosedGreater Montreal Climate Fund — 2025-2026 Call for projects
Supports innovative projects reducing greenhouse gas emissions in Montreal
Grant and FundingOpening SoonCQRDA — INNOV-R SME
Innovative projects to reduce greenhouse gas emissions in Quebec
Grant and FundingOpenSocial Economy Support Fund
Non-repayable financial aid supporting social economy projects in Mauricie
Grant and FundingClosedAnti-Racism Action Program
Supports initiatives addressing racism, discrimination, and social barriers
Grant and FundingArchivedAmbition-Compétences — Training for resilience and competitiveness in employment
Enhances workforce skills amid economic challenges
Grant and FundingClosedMAPAQ — Food Processing Program — Component 1
Food transformation skill development and planning support program
Grant and FundingClosedDEL — Expertise Financing Grant
Upgrade your browser for optimal website experienceEligible Funding- Maximum amount : 100,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries- Manufacturing
- Transportation and warehousing
- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Administrative and support, waste management and remediation services
Types of eligible projectsHuman Resources
Grant and FundingOpenEfficient Solutions Program — Small Business Component
Maximize your energy efficiency savings with Hydro-Québec's Solutions efficaces program
Grant and FundingClosedPADAAR — Measure 4051 – Innovation and testing
Supports agricultural innovation and adoption of new practices
Grant and FundingClosedAge Well at Home (AWAH) - Scaling Up for Seniors Stream
Supports organizations expanding proven services to help seniors age independently
Grant and FundingOpenEntrepreneurial grant
Supports new business creation and structured business succession in QuébecEligible Funding- Maximum amount : 25,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Manufacturing
- Information and cultural industries
- Finance and insurance
Types of eligible projectsCommercializationArtificial Intelligence (AI)TechnologyEnvironment and ClimateHuman ResourcesBusiness BuyoutInnovation
Grant and FundingClosedMT Lab — Project Financing Program — Component 2
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Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingSuspendedEcocamionnage Program — Collaborative shared electric delivery project
Support for shared electric delivery projects
Grant and FundingClosedMAPAQ — Food Processing Program — Subcomponent 4.2 - Regional, sectoral and environmental challenges facing slaughterhouses and cheese dairies
Support for food processing competitiveness and innovationEligible Funding- From $7,500 to $150,000
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Manufacturing
- Transportation and warehousing
Types of eligible projectsCommercializationEnvironment and ClimateConstruction and Renovation Human ResourcesInnovationDigital Transformation
Grant and FundingClosedSODEC — Support for book and publishing companies – Component 1
Funding for Quebec book publishers
Grant and FundingLoans and Capital investmentsOpenFinancial assistance for infrastructure projects supporting the mining sector (ENIAM)
Funding for strategic infrastructure supporting northern Quebec mining sector
Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingWage Subsidies And InternsOpenOfficial Languages Support Programs
Supports official language minority communities and promotes bilingualism
Grant and FundingClosedMT Lab — Project financing program — Component 1: Strategic support
Grant for strategic support in Quebec's tourism industry
Grant and FundingClosedSupport program for economic development projects (PAPDE) — Component 2 : Support for the development of strategic sectors and regions
Support the economic development of strategic sectors and regionsEligible Funding- Maximum amount : 1,000,000 $
- Up to 60% of project cost
Eligible Industries- Manufacturing
- Information and cultural industries
- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Educational services
Types of eligible projectsCommercializationTechnologyInnovationDigital Transformation
Grant and FundingOpenEcocamionnage Program — Technology acquisition component
Supports acquisition of clean technologies for Quebec heavy‑duty trucking
Grant and FundingClosedPilot or capital projects in the field
Supports innovative on-site mobility solutions for festivals and tourism events
Grant and FundingClosedRegional partnership and digital transformation agreement for tourism 2022-2025 – Digital development of a company
Regional partnership for digital tourism development in Quebec
Grant and FundingOpenSupport Program for Isolated Communities
Supporting waste management in isolated communities in Quebec
Grant and FundingOpenEcocamionnage Program — Acquisition of used heavy vehicles component
Quebec's program reduces transport sector greenhouse gas emissions
Grant and FundingClosedLe Fonds d’initiatives locales (FIL) Village
Financial support for local socio-economic and cultural projectsEligible Funding- Maximum amount : 50,000 $
Eligible Industries- Retail trade
- Information and cultural industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Other services (except public administration)
Types of eligible projectsCommercializationEnvironment and ClimateHuman ResourcesInnovation
Grant and FundingOpenCanada Book Fund Publishers Business Development — Business Planning
Business planning support for publishers
Wage Subsidies And InternsOpenExtend the employment periods of your staff — Seasonal employment extension component
Program extends seasonal employment and coordinates workforce sharing
Grant and FundingClosedCanada Book Fund Publishing Support
Financial support for publishing and sales of books
Grant and FundingOpenTrois-Rivières — Redevelopment of the first neighborhoods – Stream 3: Management and disposal of contaminated soil and dry materials
Funding for contaminated soil and dry materials management and disposal
Grant and FundingClosedRecyc-Québec — Beverage Container Recycling — Stream 3
Support for beverage container reuse and recycling
Researchers And FacilitiesPartnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingExpert AdviceOpenValorization in RNA
Supports the advancement and commercialization of RNA technologies in Quebec
Grant and FundingOpenSupport program for Quebec sports federations
Funds recognized Quebec sports federations to develop sport and athletes
Grant and FundingClosedRecyc-Québec — Beverage Container Recycling — Stream 2
Funding for projects to manage used beverage containers
Grant and FundingOpenRenovation subsidy for retail businesses on Rue Sainte-Catherine Ouest
Financial assistance for renovating retail businesses on Sainte-Catherine Ouest