How much funding can be received?

Funds up to 80% of admissible expenses, capped at $1500000 per project.

What is the deadline to apply?

The program is accepting continuous intake

Who are the financial supporters of the FAQDD — Action-Climat Quebec?

FAQDD — Action-Climat Quebec is funded by Gouvernement du Québec, Fonds d'action Québécois pour le développement durable

What are FAQDD — Action-Climat Quebec's eligibility criterias?

The applicant must be a non-profit organization, cooperative, syndicate, or chamber of commerce, with operations in Quebec or a decision-making office there. The applicant must meet organizational structure requirements, depending on the legal framework governing their establishment (e.g., adherence to Canadian or Quebec laws for non-profits or cooperatives). The applicant must have been legally constituted and actively operating for a specific minimum period prior to applying, at least three years for Volet 1 and at least one year for Volet 2.

FAQDD — Action-Climat Quebec

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QC, Canada

Program supports climate change adaptation and mitigation initiatives

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Grant and Funding

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Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Transportation and warehousing
Professional, scientific and technical services
Educational services
Health care and social assistance
Other services (except public administration)

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Gouvernement du Québec
Fonds d'action Québécois pour le développement durable

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The Action-Climat Québec program aims to engage citizens and organizations in addressing climate change by supporting transformative initiatives, offering maximum funding of up to $1.5 million for national projects and up to $450,000 or $250,000 for regional or local projects, respectively. Eligible activities include actions related to mitigation and adaptation, focusing on citizen engagement, capacity building, information dissemination, and direct action support.

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This grant provides structured financial support tailored to the project's needs and adheres to specific payment conditions to ensure proper fund utilization. The funding modalities of this program are designed to facilitate project implementation while maintaining oversight and accountability.

A first disbursement amounting to 35% of the total financial aid is made within 30 days following the signing of the agreement by the parties involved.
One to two additional disbursements, collectively representing 50% of the total financial aid, are distributed according to the project's timeline, and these occur no later than 30 days after the acceptance of interim reports by the FAQDD.
A final disbursement of 15% of the total financial aid is issued within 60 days following the acceptance of the final report by the FAQDD.
All payments are contingent upon the availability of funds and requisite approvals.

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Projects focused on climate change mitigation.
Projects centered on climate change adaptation.
Initiatives that mobilize citizen involvement.
Projects involving the engagement of organizations and capacity building.
Activities promoting information dissemination and awareness raising.
Projects preparing for effective action through workshops, training sessions, and action plans.
Projects offering guidance in climate action via challenges, certifications, and consultations.

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$ 350,000

Developing a community composting program for urban neighborhoods

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Launching a community urban gardening project

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Eligibility for this grant requires organizations to meet specific criteria regarding their legal status and operational capabilities within Quebec.

The applicant must be a non-profit organization regulated by the Companies Act (RLRQ, chapter C-38, part 3) or the Canada Not-for-profit Corporations Act (S.C. 2009, chapter 23).
The applicant can also be a cooperative under the Cooperatives Act (RLRQ, chapter C-67.2) or the Canada Cooperatives Act (S.C. 1998, chapter 1), a union under the Professional Syndicates Act (RLRQ, chapter S-40), or a chamber of commerce under the Boards of Trade Act (RSC 1985, chapter B-6).
They must have a head office in Quebec or, if located elsewhere in Canada, must possess a bureau in Quebec with decision-making autonomy and adequate infrastructure and human resources.
To be eligible for Stream 1, the applicant must have been established and active for at least three years at the time of project submission.
To be eligible for Stream 2, the applicant must have been established and active for at least one year at the time of project submission.

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Non-profit organizations governed by the Companies Act (RLRQ, chapter C-38, Part 3) or the Canada Not-for-profit Corporations Act (S.C. 2009, chapter 23)
Cooperatives governed by the Cooperatives Act (RLRQ, chapter C-67.2) or the Canada Cooperatives Act (S.C. 1998, chapter 1)
Unions governed by the Professional Syndicates Act (RLRQ, chapter S-40)
Chambers of commerce governed by the Boards of Trade Act (R.S.C. 1985, chapter B-6)

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Entities registered in the Register of enterprises ineligible for public contracts.
Organizations that have failed to meet obligations related to previous financial aid from the Quebec government in the two years preceding the new application.
Private enterprises or legally constituted organizations where at least half of the members are appointed by a private company or are directly under a private company.
Entities receiving more than 50% of their funding from a single for-profit enterprise, according to the most recent financial statements.

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The grant covers specific expenses that are directly related to the implementation and execution of the project within the outlined guidelines.

The salary of staff members, including social benefits, up to a maximum of 13.2%.
Professional fees paid to entities or individuals for specific tasks or services, including project evaluation and accounting verification demanded by the FAQDD.
Costs related to communication activities, such as dissemination, publication, and mobilization of project results.
Purchase, rental, or maintenance of equipment and materials directly necessary for the project, excluding office supplies, with the program contributing up to 50% of the total financial aid for these costs.
Travel and lodging expenses for employees, consultants, or volunteers within Quebec, following the prevailing rates in the Quebec public service.
Justified administrative costs of the applicant for indirect expenses related to project management, including administrative support, accounting, payroll services, office space, equipment, office supplies, postal services, and telephony, with the program covering up to 10% of the total financial aid for these costs.

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Organizations with a headquarters in Quebec.
Non-Quebec entities with a decision-making office and necessary capabilities located in Quebec.

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Relevance and scope of the issue in relation to the fight against climate change.
Understanding of the mobilization stakes surrounding the issue.
Capabilities, credibility, expertise, and experience of the applicant and their partners.
Quality of the partnership organization and the involvement of the partners.
Community engagement in the project.
Alignment between the project's objectives and those of the program.
Opportunity and maturity of the project within the existing context.
Potential of the project to generate engagement from the target audience.
Capacity of the project to strengthen the abilities of citizens and organizations to participate in climate action.
Potential of the project to produce structural and sustainable changes in favor of climate action.
Co-benefits or positive externalities of the project regarding sustainable development.
Quality and consistency of the project's implementation strategy.
Efficiency, realism, and consistency of the project's financial arrangement.
Realism and coherence of the sequence of activities in the timeline.
Expected effects of the project and its potential impact.

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Here are additional relevant details for this grant:

Organizations can receive financial aid for no more than two projects in the same call for projects, emphasizing a more equitable distribution of resources among applicants.
The grant encourages partnerships, but mandates that the official applicant is solely responsible for project coordination and implementation, ensuring accountability and streamlined management.
Reports and audits are crucial components of the fund's requirements, with certain projects necessitating external audits to maintain transparency and adherence to Canadian standards.
Provisions for project duration and extension allow flexibility, with the cut-off date for project completion, excluding final report production, set for July 31, 2028.
Financial support is contingent on fund availability and necessary approvals, introducing an element of unpredictability in fund disbursement timing.
Provisions ensure that project actions align with civic duties, aiming to combat apathy and foster collective responsibility in climate action.
The distribution of funds is phased, with specific percentages allocated at various project milestones, ensuring projects maintain momentum and uphold financial accountability throughout their lifecycle.