ARBJ — Economic Development Infrastructure Program (PIDE)

This grant facilitates financial support through specific modalities to aid in the acquisition, refurbishment, or construction of economic development infrastructures. The funding parameters are designed to ensure proper allocation and effective use of resources.

• Maximum subsidy of $250,000 for eligible projects, with a contribution limit of up to 35% of total eligible expenses.
• Promoters are required to make a financial contribution, equivalent to 0.1% of the standardized evaluation of taxable buildings of the municipality, up to 20% of total eligible expenses.

The eligibility criteria for the ARBJ — Economic Development Infrastructure Program (PIDE) are focused on the type of promoter and the nature of the project.

• The promoter must be a non-profit economic development organization mandated by a City or Locality, or a City or Locality itself.
• The project must not duplicate an existing project in the area, avoiding saturation.
• The project must align with the economic development priorities of the City, Locality, or region.
• The promoter must contribute financially to the project.
• The promoter must own the building related to the project.
• The project must benefit the population residing in the cities of Chapais, Chibougamau, Lebel-sur-Quévillon, Matagami, and individuals, excluding the Cree, residing in the territory of the Eeyou Istchee Baie-James Regional Government.

Who is eligible?

Eligible promoters for the Economic Development Infrastructure Program (PIDE) include non-profit economic development organizations mandated by a city or locality, as well as cities and localities themselves. These entities must ensure that their projects do not duplicate existing projects in the community, align with the economic development priorities of the city, locality, or region, and the promoter must have ownership of the building. Furthermore, projects and promoters must serve the benefit of residents in the specific territories of Chapais, Chibougamau, Lebel-sur-Quévillon, Matagami, and non-Cree individuals living in the Eeyou Istchee Baie-James regional government area.

Eligible expenses

The grant supports expenditures that are essential for the successful execution of economic development infrastructure projects.

• Rental or purchase of equipment necessary for project realization.
• Salaries of human resources dedicated exclusively to the project, including essential overtime.
• Professional fees for required services.
• Acquisition of technology, software, applications, or patents.

Eligible geographic areas

This grant is dedicated to entities operating in designated areas managed by the funding authority. Eligible regions are selected to foster substantial economic development within these locales.

• Chapais
• Chibougamau
• Lebel-sur-Quévillon
• Matagami
• Non-Crees residing in the territory of the Eeyou Istchee Baie-James Regional Government

The evaluation and selection of projects under the ARBJ — Economic Development Infrastructure Program (PIDE) are guided by a comprehensive set of criteria to ensure they meet the program's strategic aims.

• The project must clearly demonstrate a need for infrastructure, supported by partners.
• Projects should be essential for maintaining services or creating a leverage effect for the community.

Here are additional relevant details for this grant:

• The contribution by the applicant does not include strategic sector development, except for a financial contribution of 20% in cash.
• The financial contribution for municipal infrastructure must align with specific requirements based on the taxable property assessment of the municipality.
• Non-profit economic development organizations must be sanctioned by the respective City or Locality to apply.