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Accelerating the local climate transition - Component 1
Supports municipal climate action planning and implementation in Quebec
Last Update: March 4, 2026
Funding available
$ 350,000
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Quebec, Canada
Overview
The "Accelerating the Local Climate Transition – Component 1" grant offers up to $350,000 to eligible municipal bodies to support the development or updating of a climate plan. The program funds activities such as greenhouse gas emission inventories, risk assessments, and prioritization of measures to reduce emissions and adapt to climate change.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Improve governance or administrative structure
- Develop strategic partnerships
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 350,000 $
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Public administration
Location
- Quebec
Legal structures
- All legal structures
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Rural or Northern Residents
Next Steps
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Determine your project
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Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Development of a climate action plan tailored to the local context.
- Updating an existing climate action plan to reflect new data or strategies.
- Assessment of greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions and identification of reduction measures.
- Analysis and prioritization of climate adaptation measures to address local risks.
- Integration of findings into a consolidated climate plan for municipal adoption and implementation.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Regional county municipalities (MRC)
- Municipalities and agglomerations exercising certain powers of an MRC
- Kativik Regional Administration
- Baie-James Regional Administration
Eligible expenses
- Salaries and benefits for personnel directly involved in the plan's development.
- Expenses related to consultation and collaboration activities with stakeholders (municipalities, citizens, businesses, institutions, etc.).
- Costs for acquiring relevant data (e.g., greenhouse gas data, climate projections, historical climate data).
- Communication costs, including dissemination of developed planning tools.
- Purchase of software or IT tools essential for project realization.
- Professional fees for external consultants or firms providing specific project-related services.
- Professional fees for an external auditor preparing the final audit report.
- Administrative and justified operating expenses (e.g., office rentals, supplies, postal services, internet, telecommunications, payroll services), limited to 10% of total financial assistance used for this phase.
- Transportation, meal, and accommodation costs within Quebec that are necessary for project completion, within the reimbursement limits set by the Quebec government.
Eligible geographic areas
- Quebec, including:
- Regional county municipalities (MRC) within Quebec
- Municipalities and agglomerations in Quebec exercising certain MRC powers
- Kativik Regional Administration (Northern Quebec)
- Baie-James Regional Administration (Northern Quebec)
Additional information
- Municipalities are required to make the climate plan publicly available electronically and free of charge within one year of its completion.
- Beneficiaries must retain all project administrative and financial documents, as well as data collected during plan development, for at least ten years.
- Plans and supporting documentation must comply with the methodologies and guidelines outlined by the responsible ministries.
- Guidance and methodological support are provided by recognized organizations such as the Fédération québécoise des municipalités, Union des municipalités du Québec, and Réseau Environnement.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Accelerating the local climate transition - Component 1 Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Accelerating the local climate transition - Component 1. This section explains what the program is, how much funding is available, eligibility requirements, application deadlines, and other important details to help you determine if this grant is right for your business.
What is the Accelerating the local climate transition - Component 1?
The "Accelerating the Local Climate Transition – Component 1" grant offers up to $350,000 to eligible municipal bodies to support the development or updating of a climate plan. The program funds activities such as greenhouse gas emission inventories, risk assessments, and prioritization of measures to reduce emissions and adapt to climate change.
How much funding can be received?
Accelerating the local climate transition - Component 1 Funds up to $350,000 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Accelerating the local climate transition - Component 1 program?
To be eligible for the Accelerating the local climate transition - Component 1 program, you must:
Regional county municipalities (MRC)
Municipalities and agglomerations exercising MRC powers
Kativik Regional Administration or Baie-James Regional Administration
What expenses are eligible under Accelerating the local climate transition - Component 1?
Development of a climate action plan tailored to the local context.
Updating an existing climate action plan to reflect new data or strategies.
Assessment of greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions and identification of reduction measures.
Analysis and prioritization of climate adaptation measures to address local risks.
Integration of findings into a consolidated climate plan for municipal adoption and implementation.
Who can I contact for more information about the Accelerating the local climate transition - Component 1?
You can contact Quebec Ministry of the Environment and the Fight Against Climate Change (MELCC) by email at planclimat@environnement.gouv.qc.ca or by phone at 418691-2015.
Where is the Accelerating the local climate transition - Component 1 available?
The Accelerating the local climate transition - Component 1 program is available the province of Quebec.
Is the Accelerating the local climate transition - Component 1 a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Accelerating the local climate transition - Component 1 is a Grant and Funding