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Last Update: May 28, 2026
Funding available
$ 5,000
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Capitale-Nationale, Quebec, Canada
Overview
This award recognizes an organization in North America that has made outstanding contributions to the French-speaking community. The winner receives a $5,000 prize for activities that support the visibility and growth of French language and Francophonie.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Raise awareness or mobilize a population
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 5,000 $
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Public administration
Location
- Capitale-Nationale
- Quebec
Legal structures
- Non-profit
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Culture and Arts
- Civic and Advocacy Organizations
Target groups
- Nonprofits / charities
- Community leaders
Revenue structures
- 100% donations / grants
Scope
- National
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Exceptional services to a French-speaking community in North America.
- Actions that support the broader Francophonie on the continent.
Documents Needed
- Most recent annual report or activity report
- Two signed support letters
- Completed nomination form
- Authorization form signed by an authorized representative
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Non-profit organizations
- Organizations active in North America
Who is not eligible
- For-profit organizations
- Organizations without a head office in North America
- Organizations that received funding from the Ministère de la Langue française in the last 24 months
Eligible geographic areas
- North America
Selection criteria
- Active contribution to the visibility of the French language in the Americas or the growth of a Francophone community.
- Recognition in its field for exemplary work.
- Compliance with all eligibility conditions.
How to apply
- Step 1: Prepare the nomination
- Write a summary of the organization’s mission and role.
- Describe the organization’s major contributions.
- Step 2: Gather supporting documents
- Attach the most recent annual or activity report.
- Obtain two support letters addressed to the jury.
- Complete the authorization section and secure the required signature.
- Step 3: Submit the nomination
- Have a person aged 18 or older submit the application.
- Ensure the person knows the organization’s contribution personally.
- Submit all documents in French.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed by a selection jury.
- Eligible applications that are not selected the first year may remain on file for the following year.
- If kept for the next round, a new authorization form is requested to renew consent and update information.
Additional information
- Applications are reviewed by a selection jury.
- Unsuccessful eligible applications may be kept and resubmitted the following year.
- A new authorization form may be sent to renew consent and update information.
- The award ceremony is scheduled for March 2026.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the 3 July 1608 Award Program
What is the 3 July 1608 Award?
This award recognizes an organization in North America that has made outstanding contributions to the French-speaking community. The winner receives a $5,000 prize for activities that support the visibility and growth of French language and Francophonie.
How much funding can be received?
3 July 1608 Award Funds up to $5,000 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the 3 July 1608 Award program?
To be eligible for the 3 July 1608 Award program, you must:
Active non-profit organization
Headquartered in North America
No recent ministry funding
What expenses are eligible under 3 July 1608 Award?
Exceptional services to a French-speaking community in North America.
Actions that support the broader Francophonie on the continent.
Who can I contact for more information about the 3 July 1608 Award?
You can contact Government of Québec by email at none or by phone at none.
Where is the 3 July 1608 Award available?
The 3 July 1608 Award program is available Capitale-Nationale, Quebec.
Is the 3 July 1608 Award a grant, loan, or tax credit?
3 July 1608 Award is a Grant and Funding