Updated June 2026

Grants available for businesses in Gaspésie–Îles-de-la-Madeleine

From training programs to research initiatives, discover the diverse range of activities in Gaspésie–Îles-de-la-Madeleine that benefit from various forms of support.

45 programs available

Other SupportGrant and FundingExpert AdviceLoans and Capital investmentsOpen
MRC d'Avignon — Local Investment Funds (FLI) and Local Solidarity Funds (FLS)
MRC Avignon
Local financing for business development projects
Quebec, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 300,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Accommodation and food services
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationTechnologyConstruction and Renovation Business BuyoutInnovationDigital Transformation
Quebec, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
MRC De la Côte-de-Gaspé - Investment support fund
MRC de La Côte-de-Gaspé (MRC)
Funding for business investment projects
Quebec, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 10,000 $
- Up to 20% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction
- Utilities
- Construction
Types of eligible projects
Construction and Renovation
Quebec, Canada
Researchers And FacilitiesPartnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingOpen
Biofood Innovation Program
Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food (MAPAQ)
Support for biofood innovation and knowledge transfer
Quebec, Canada
Open Date : March 23, 2026
Closing date : June 15, 2026
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 710,000 $
- Up to 80% of project cost
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationTechnology
Timeline
- Open Date : March 23, 2026
- Closing date : June 15, 2026
Quebec, Canada
Open Date : March 23, 2026
Closing date : June 15, 2026
Grant and FundingOpen
MRC de Bonaventure — Financial support for businesses
MRC de Bonaventure
Non-repayable contributions and loans supporting local entrepreneurial projects
Quebec, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
Quebec, Canada
Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingExpert AdviceOpen
Regional Partnership and Digital Transformation Agreement in Tourism – Gaspésie (EPRTNT) 2025–2027
Gaspésie Tourism (TG)
Funding for tourism development and digital transformation
Quebec, Canada
Closing date : August 26, 2026
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 200,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Types of eligible projects
Artificial Intelligence (AI)TechnologyConstruction and Renovation Digital Transformation
Timeline
- Closing date : August 26, 2026
Quebec, Canada
Closing date : August 26, 2026
Grant and FundingClosed
Îles-de-la-madeleine — Business support policy (PSE)
Municipalité des Îles-de-la-Madeleine
Financial support for business startups, succession, and expansion
Quebec, Canada
Open Date : January 1, 2025
Closing date : January 31, 2025
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 25,000 $
- Up to 25% of project cost
Types of eligible projects
Timeline
- Open Date : January 1, 2025
- Closing date : January 31, 2025
Quebec, Canada
Open Date : January 1, 2025
Closing date : January 31, 2025
Grant and FundingClosed
Îles-de-la-madeleine — Vitalization frame - Component 2
Municipalité des Îles-de-la-Madeleine
Supports local economic, social, and cultural development initiatives
Les Iles-de-la-Madeleine, Quebec, Canada
Open Date : March 1, 2026
Closing date : March 30, 2026
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 100,000 $
- Up to 90% of project cost
Types of eligible projects
Environment and ClimateConstruction and Renovation Human Resources
Timeline
- Open Date : March 1, 2026
- Closing date : March 30, 2026
Les Iles-de-la-Madeleine, Quebec, Canada
Open Date : March 1, 2026
Closing date : March 30, 2026
Other SupportGrant and FundingExpert AdviceLoans and Capital investmentsClosed
MRC du Rocher-Percé — Investment Fund (FLI) and Local Solidarity Fund (FLS)
MRC du Rocher-Percé
Business funding for local growth projects
Quebec, Canada
Open Date : October 28, 2025
Closing date : November 27, 2025
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 150,000 $
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationConstruction and Renovation Human ResourcesBusiness BuyoutInnovationDigital Transformation
Timeline
- Open Date : October 28, 2025
- Closing date : November 27, 2025
Quebec, Canada
Open Date : October 28, 2025
Closing date : November 27, 2025
Expert AdviceLoans and Capital investmentsClosed
Municipalité des Îles-de-la-Madeleine — Local Investment Fund (FLI) and Local Solidarity Fund (FLS)
Municipalité des Îles-de-la-Madeleine
Financing for business growth and succession
Quebec, Canada
Closing date : April 10, 2026
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 150,000 $
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationConstruction and Renovation Business BuyoutDigital Transformation
Timeline
- Closing date : April 10, 2026
Quebec, Canada
Closing date : April 10, 2026
Grant and FundingClosed
Bourses - santé auditive
Fondation Groupe Forget
Support for hearing health and related projects
Quebec, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Eligible Industries
- Educational services
- Health care and social assistance
Types of eligible projects
Quebec, Canada
Grant and FundingClosed
Business Support Policy
MRC de La Côte-de-Gaspé (MRC)
Financial support for business development projects
Quebec, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 15,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Manufacturing
- Wholesale trade
- Transportation and warehousing
- Information and cultural industries
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationConstruction and Renovation Business Buyout
Quebec, Canada
Grant and FundingClosed
College-level scholarships
Fondation Madeli-Aide
Support for college studies abroad
Quebec, Canada
Open Date : April 13, 2026
Closing date : June 1, 2026
Eligible Funding
- From $1,500 to $1,500
Types of eligible projects
Timeline
- Open Date : April 13, 2026
- Closing date : June 1, 2026
Quebec, Canada
Open Date : April 13, 2026
Closing date : June 1, 2026
Grant and FundingClosed
Cultural Animation Support Fund
MRC de La Côte-de-Gaspé (MRC)
Funding for local cultural initiatives
Quebec, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 2,000 $
- Up to 80% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Information and cultural industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
Innovation
Quebec, Canada
Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingClosed
Financial Assistance – Marketing and Media Stays
Gaspésie Tourism (TG)
Financial support for tourism marketing projects
Quebec, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 5,000 $
- Up to 30% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Accommodation and food services
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationBusiness BuyoutInnovationDigital Transformation
Quebec, Canada
Grant and FundingClosed
Financial assistance for businesses in the fisheries sector of the MRC de La Côte‑de‑Gaspé
MRC de La Côte-de-Gaspé (MRC)
Support for fisheries business development
Quebec, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 5,000 $
- Up to 90% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Manufacturing
- Transportation and warehousing
- Professional, scientific and technical services
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationConstruction and Renovation Human ResourcesDigital Transformation
Quebec, Canada
Grant and FundingClosed
Financial assistance for initiatives to familiarize seniors with regional public transit
Government of Québec
Support for senior transit familiarization initiatives
Quebec, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 50,000 $
- Up to 80% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Public administration
Types of eligible projects
Quebec, Canada
Grant and FundingLoans and Capital investmentsClosed
Fonds Première entreprise de la Pointe-de-la-Gaspésie
MRC de La Côte-de-Gaspé (MRC)
Support for first-time business start-up and growth
Cloridorme, Gaspe, Quebec
Eligible Funding
- From $8,000 to $20,000
- Up to 80% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Construction
- Manufacturing
- Transportation and warehousing
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationConstruction and Renovation Business BuyoutDigital Transformation
Cloridorme, Gaspe, Quebec
Grant and FundingClosed
Formation professionnelle » du volet réussir aux îles
Fondation Madeli-Aide
Scholarship support for vocational training students
Quebec, Canada
Open Date : December 1, 2025
Closing date : January 25, 2026
Eligible Funding
- From $750 to $750
Types of eligible projects
Timeline
- Open Date : December 1, 2025
- Closing date : January 25, 2026
Quebec, Canada
Open Date : December 1, 2025
Closing date : January 25, 2026
Grant and FundingClosed
Jean-Lapierre Excellence Scholarship Undergraduate Level
Fondation Madeli-Aide
Undergraduate scholarship for young Madelinots
Quebec, Canada
Open Date : April 13, 2026
Closing date : June 1, 2026
Eligible Funding
- From $10,000 to $10,000
Types of eligible projects
Timeline
- Open Date : April 13, 2026
- Closing date : June 1, 2026
Quebec, Canada
Open Date : April 13, 2026
Closing date : June 1, 2026
Grant and FundingClosed
Les bourses persévérance scolaire diane-arsenault
Fondation Madeli-Aide
Scholarship for persevering Îles students
Quebec, Canada
Open Date : April 13, 2026
Closing date : June 1, 2026
Eligible Funding
- From $1,000 to $1,000
Types of eligible projects
Timeline
- Open Date : April 13, 2026
- Closing date : June 1, 2026
Quebec, Canada
Open Date : April 13, 2026
Closing date : June 1, 2026
Tax CreditsClosed
Marketing Credits
Gaspésie Tourism (TG)
Marketing support for eligible Gaspésie lodging businesses
Quebec, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Up to 20% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Accommodation and food services
Types of eligible projects
Commercialization
Quebec, Canada
Grant and FundingClosed
Professional level scholarships
Fondation Madeli-Aide
Scholarships for professional studies outside the Islands
Quebec, Canada
Open Date : April 13, 2026
Closing date : June 1, 2026
Eligible Funding
- From $1,500 to $1,500
Types of eligible projects
Timeline
- Open Date : April 13, 2026
- Closing date : June 1, 2026
Quebec, Canada
Open Date : April 13, 2026
Closing date : June 1, 2026
Loans and Capital investmentsClosed
Program Supporting the Development of Tourist Attractions (PADAT – Stream 1)
Investissement Québec (IQ)
Financing for tourism attraction development in Quebec
Quebec, Canada
Closing date : February 28, 2026
Eligible Funding
- From $150,000 to $5,000,000
- Up to 70% of project cost
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationConstruction and Renovation Business Buyout
Timeline
- Closing date : February 28, 2026
Quebec, Canada
Closing date : February 28, 2026
Grant and FundingClosed
Program to Support Responsible and Strategic Initiatives 2025-2027 — Stream 1 - Sustainable Development
Investissement Québec (IQ), Gaspésie Tourism (TG)
Funding for sustainable tourism development projects
Quebec, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 20,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Transportation and warehousing
- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Accommodation and food services
Types of eligible projects
Environment and ClimateConstruction and Renovation Human ResourcesInnovation
Quebec, Canada
Grant and FundingClosed
Quebec Fisheries Fund
Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food (MAPAQ)
Funding for Quebec fisheries innovation and development
Quebec, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 2,500,000 $
Eligible Industries
- Manufacturing
- Wholesale trade
- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Educational services
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationInnovation
Quebec, Canada
Tax CreditsClosed
Refundable tax credit for Gaspésie and certain maritime regions
Investissement Québec (IQ)
Refurbable tax credit for job creation in maritime Quebec regions
Quebec, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Up to 30% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Manufacturing
- Transportation and warehousing
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Accommodation and food services
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationInnovation
Quebec, Canada
Grant and FundingClosed
Regional Financial Assistance Program for Travel by Users (200 kilometres and more)
Integrated Health and Social Services Centre of Gaspésie (CISSS)
Financial support for long-distance medical travel
Quebec, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 126 $
Eligible Industries
- Health care and social assistance
Types of eligible projects
Innovation
Quebec, Canada
Grant and FundingClosed
Responsible and Strategic Initiatives Support Program 2025-2027 — Stream 2 - Tourism Business Events
Investissement Québec (IQ), Gaspésie Tourism (TG)
Funding for tourism business events in Gaspésie
Quebec, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 20,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Accommodation and food services
Types of eligible projects
Construction and Renovation
Quebec, Canada
Grant and FundingClosed
Responsible and Strategic Initiatives Support Program 2025-2027 — Stream 3 - Business Intelligence
Investissement Québec (IQ), Gaspésie Tourism (TG)
Funding for strategic tourism business intelligence projects
Quebec, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 20,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Accommodation and food services
Types of eligible projects
Human ResourcesDigital Transformation
Quebec, Canada
Grant and FundingClosed
Scholarships challenge the islands 2nd and 3rd cycles
Fondation Madeli-Aide
Scholarships for graduate research linked to the Magdalen Islands
Quebec, Canada
Open Date : April 13, 2026
Closing date : June 1, 2026
Eligible Funding
- From $5,000 to $5,000
Types of eligible projects
Timeline
- Open Date : April 13, 2026
- Closing date : June 1, 2026
Quebec, Canada
Open Date : April 13, 2026
Closing date : June 1, 2026
Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingClosed
Scholarships return to the islands » from the living in the islands section
Fondation Madeli-Aide
Support for students returning to the islands
Quebec, Canada
Eligible Funding
- From $4,000 to $4,000
Eligible Industries
- Construction
- Manufacturing
- Wholesale trade
- Transportation and warehousing
Types of eligible projects
Human Resources
Quebec, Canada
Grant and FundingClosed
Scholarships to encourage recruitment of certain health and social services professionals and technicians in remote regions
Department of Health and Human Services
Scholarships for health and social services recruitment
Quebec, Canada
Eligible Funding
- From $15,000 to $30,000
Eligible Industries
- Health care and social assistance
Types of eligible projects
Human Resources
Quebec, Canada
Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingClosed
Strategic Projects Assistance | Call for Projects Distribution of Song Performances in College and Secondary School Settings
Société de développement des entreprises culturelles (SODEC)
Support for school-based song performance distribution
Quebec, Canada
Closing date : February 12, 2026
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 25,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Types of eligible projects
Commercialization
Timeline
- Closing date : February 12, 2026
Quebec, Canada
Closing date : February 12, 2026
Other SupportGrant and FundingClosed
Structuring Projects Support Fund – MRC de La Côte-de-Gaspé
MRC de La Côte-de-Gaspé (MRC)
Funding for structuring projects in La Côte-de-Gaspé
Quebec, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 50,000 $
Eligible Industries
- Construction
- Manufacturing
- Transportation and warehousing
- Professional, scientific and technical services
Types of eligible projects
TechnologyEnvironment and ClimateConstruction and Renovation Human ResourcesInnovationDigital Transformation
Quebec, Canada
Grant and FundingClosed
Support Fund for Socio-Economic Events and Activities
MRC de La Côte-de-Gaspé (MRC)
Funding for local socio-economic events and activities
Quebec, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 7,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Other services (except public administration)
- Public administration
Types of eligible projects
Quebec, Canada
Grant and FundingClosed
Targeted support for Quebec’s economically vulnerable RCMs
Canada Economic Development for Quebec Regions (CED)
Support for economic development projects in Quebec
Quebec, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 75 $
- Up to 75% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction
- Manufacturing
- Wholesale trade
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationConstruction and Renovation Innovation
Quebec, Canada
Tax CreditsClosed
Tax credit for Gaspésie and selected maritime regions of Quebec
Investissement Québec (IQ), Revenu Québec
Refundable tax credit for maritime regions
Quebec, Canada
Open Date : November 14, 2019
Closing date : December 31, 2025
Eligible Funding
- Minimum amount : 20,000 $
- Up to 30.000002% of project cost
Types of eligible projects
Human Resources
Timeline
- Open Date : November 14, 2019
- Closing date : December 31, 2025
Quebec, Canada
Open Date : November 14, 2019
Closing date : December 31, 2025
Grant and FundingClosed
Technical training scholarships
Fondation Madeli-Aide
Scholarships for technical college studies
Quebec, Canada
Open Date : December 1, 2025
Closing date : January 25, 2026
Eligible Funding
- From $750 to $750
Types of eligible projects
Timeline
- Open Date : December 1, 2025
- Closing date : January 25, 2026
Quebec, Canada
Open Date : December 1, 2025
Closing date : January 25, 2026
Grant and FundingClosed
Territorial and sectoral development program — Stream 1.2
Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food (MAPAQ)
Funding for agri-food and territorial concertation
Quebec, Canada
Eligible Funding
- From $5,000 to $300,000
- Up to 80% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Manufacturing
Types of eligible projects
Human Resources
Quebec, Canada
Grant and FundingClosed
Territorial and sectoral development program — Stream 2.1
Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food (MAPAQ)
Funding for priority agro-food sector projects
Quebec, Canada
Closing date : December 1, 2025
Eligible Funding
- From $5,000 to $250,000
- Up to 80% of project cost
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationEnvironment and ClimateInnovation
Timeline
- Closing date : December 1, 2025
Quebec, Canada
Closing date : December 1, 2025
Grant and FundingClosed
Territorial and sectoral development program — Stream 2.2
Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food (MAPAQ)
Funding for priority biofood territorial projects
Quebec, Canada
Eligible Funding
- From $5,000 to $250,000
- Up to 80% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Manufacturing
- Wholesale trade
- Retail trade
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationEnvironment and ClimateConstruction and Renovation Innovation
Quebec, Canada
Grant and FundingClosed
The Franklin-Delaney Excellence Scholarship
Fondation Madeli-Aide
University excellence scholarship for young Madelinots
Quebec, Canada
Open Date : April 13, 2026
Closing date : June 1, 2026
Eligible Funding
- From $3,000 to $3,000
Types of eligible projects
Timeline
- Open Date : April 13, 2026
- Closing date : June 1, 2026
Quebec, Canada
Open Date : April 13, 2026
Closing date : June 1, 2026
Other SupportGrant and FundingClosed
Transportation and Accommodation Assistance Program for Persons Living with a Disability
Integrated Health and Social Services Centre of Gaspésie (CISSS)
Financial support for disability-related travel
Sainte-Anne-des-Monts, Quebec, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 650 $
Eligible Industries
- Health care and social assistance
Types of eligible projects
Sainte-Anne-des-Monts, Quebec, Canada
Grant and FundingClosed
Undergraduate university excellence scholarships
Fondation Madeli-Aide
University excellence scholarships for Madelinots
Quebec, Canada
Open Date : April 13, 2026
Closing date : June 1, 2026
Eligible Funding
- From $3,000 to $3,000
Types of eligible projects
Timeline
- Open Date : April 13, 2026
- Closing date : June 1, 2026
Quebec, Canada
Open Date : April 13, 2026
Closing date : June 1, 2026
Grant and FundingClosed
University level scholarships
Fondation Madeli-Aide
University scholarship for Madelinot students
Quebec, Canada
Open Date : April 13, 2026
Closing date : June 1, 2026
Eligible Funding
- From $2,000 to $2,000
Types of eligible projects
Timeline
- Open Date : April 13, 2026
- Closing date : June 1, 2026
Quebec, Canada
Open Date : April 13, 2026
Closing date : June 1, 2026

Grants available for businesses in Gaspésie–Îles-de-la-Madeleine

MRC d'Avignon — Local Investment Funds (FLI) and Local Solidarity Funds (FLS)

MRC De la Côte-de-Gaspé - Investment support fund

Biofood Innovation Program

MRC de Bonaventure — Financial support for businesses

Regional Partnership and Digital Transformation Agreement in Tourism – Gaspésie (EPRTNT) 2025–2027

Îles-de-la-madeleine — Business support policy (PSE)

Îles-de-la-madeleine — Vitalization frame - Component 2

MRC du Rocher-Percé — Investment Fund (FLI) and Local Solidarity Fund (FLS)

Municipalité des Îles-de-la-Madeleine — Local Investment Fund (FLI) and Local Solidarity Fund (FLS)

Bourses - santé auditive

Business Support Policy

College-level scholarships

Cultural Animation Support Fund

Financial Assistance – Marketing and Media Stays

Financial assistance for businesses in the fisheries sector of the MRC de La Côte‑de‑Gaspé

Financial assistance for initiatives to familiarize seniors with regional public transit

Fonds Première entreprise de la Pointe-de-la-Gaspésie

Formation professionnelle » du volet réussir aux îles

Jean-Lapierre Excellence Scholarship Undergraduate Level

Les bourses persévérance scolaire diane-arsenault

Marketing Credits

Professional level scholarships

Program Supporting the Development of Tourist Attractions (PADAT – Stream 1)

Program to Support Responsible and Strategic Initiatives 2025-2027 — Stream 1 - Sustainable Development

Quebec Fisheries Fund

Refundable tax credit for Gaspésie and certain maritime regions

Regional Financial Assistance Program for Travel by Users (200 kilometres and more)

Responsible and Strategic Initiatives Support Program 2025-2027 — Stream 2 - Tourism Business Events

Responsible and Strategic Initiatives Support Program 2025-2027 — Stream 3 - Business Intelligence

Scholarships challenge the islands 2nd and 3rd cycles

Scholarships return to the islands » from the living in the islands section

Scholarships to encourage recruitment of certain health and social services professionals and technicians in remote regions

Strategic Projects Assistance | Call for Projects Distribution of Song Performances in College and Secondary School Settings

Structuring Projects Support Fund – MRC de La Côte-de-Gaspé

Support Fund for Socio-Economic Events and Activities

Targeted support for Quebec’s economically vulnerable RCMs

Tax credit for Gaspésie and selected maritime regions of Quebec

Technical training scholarships

Territorial and sectoral development program — Stream 1.2

Territorial and sectoral development program — Stream 2.1

Territorial and sectoral development program — Stream 2.2

The Franklin-Delaney Excellence Scholarship

Transportation and Accommodation Assistance Program for Persons Living with a Disability

Undergraduate university excellence scholarships

University level scholarships

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