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Aide financière aux festivals et aux événements touristiques - Stream 1: Festivals and Major Tourist Events - Quebec - Canada
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Aide financière aux festivals et aux événements touristiques - Stream 1: Festivals and Major Tourist Events

Supports large festivals and tourist events in Quebec to enhance regional tourism.
Quebec Ministry of Tourism (MTO)
Last Update: March 4, 2026
Funding available
$ 1,250,000
Timeline
  • Closing date : December 3, 2025
Location
Quebec, Canada

Overview

This program offers financial support for festivals and major tourist events in Quebec, with a maximum of $1.25 million annually, aimed at attracting visitors and boosting regional vitality. Eligible initiatives are recurring, organized in Quebec, and must attract a significant number of visitors, contributing to local economic growth and cultural vibrancy.

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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 : 1,250,000 $
Timeline
  • Closing date : December 3, 2025

Eligible candidates

Eligible Industries
  • All industries
Location
  • 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
Target groups
  • All the groups
Revenue structures
  • 100% donations / grants
Scope
  • Local

Next steps

1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility

Activities funded

  • Organization and promotion of major festivals and tourist events.
  • Development of event programming and accessibility improvements.
  • Infrastructure setup and logistical support for the event.

Documents Needed

Application form, project description, budget outline, proof of municipality participation for the previous editions.

Eligibility

Who is eligible?

  • Organizations organizing festivals or large tourist events in Quebec.

Who is not eligible

  • Organizations without prior editions or ineligible event categories.

Eligible expenses

Costs related to event organization, publicity, infrastructure, and other activities directly supporting the festival or major tourist event.

Ineligible Costs and Activities

  • Costs unrelated to event organization or promotion.
  • Expenses incurred outside Quebec or for one-time events without recurrence.
  • Costs for activities not directly linked to the event itself.
  • Expenses exceeding the eligible costs criteria.
  • Fines, penalties, or legal liabilities.

Eligible geographic areas

Quebec

Additional information

Applicants are encouraged to review the detailed Program Guidelines available on the official website, which are only in French.

Frequently Asked Questions about the Aide financière aux festivals et aux événements touristiques - Stream 1: Festivals and Major Tourist Events Program

Here are answers to the most common questions about the Aide financière aux festivals et aux événements touristiques - Stream 1: Festivals and Major Tourist Events. 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 Aide financière aux festivals et aux événements touristiques - Stream 1: Festivals and Major Tourist Events?

This program offers financial support for festivals and major tourist events in Quebec, with a maximum of $1.25 million annually, aimed at attracting visitors and boosting regional vitality. Eligible initiatives are recurring, organized in Quebec, and must attract a significant number of visitors, contributing to local economic growth and cultural vibrancy.

How much funding can be received?

Aide financière aux festivals et aux événements touristiques - Stream 1: Festivals and Major Tourist Events Funds up to $1,250,000 of admissible expenses.

Who is eligible for the Aide financière aux festivals et aux événements touristiques - Stream 1: Festivals and Major Tourist Events program?

To be eligible for the Aide financière aux festivals et aux événements touristiques - Stream 1: Festivals and Major Tourist Events program, you must: Organizations in Quebec with recurring events and at least $90,000 in eligible costs.

What expenses are eligible under Aide financière aux festivals et aux événements touristiques - Stream 1: Festivals and Major Tourist Events?

Organization and promotion of major festivals and tourist events. Development of event programming and accessibility improvements. Infrastructure setup and logistical support for the event.

Who can I contact for more information about the Aide financière aux festivals et aux événements touristiques - Stream 1: Festivals and Major Tourist Events?

You can contact Quebec Ministry of Tourism (MTO).

Where is the Aide financière aux festivals et aux événements touristiques - Stream 1: Festivals and Major Tourist Events available?

The Aide financière aux festivals et aux événements touristiques - Stream 1: Festivals and Major Tourist Events program is available the province of Quebec.

Is the Aide financière aux festivals et aux événements touristiques - Stream 1: Festivals and Major Tourist Events a grant, loan, or tax credit?

Aide financière aux festivals et aux événements touristiques - Stream 1: Festivals and Major Tourist Events is a Grant and Funding

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