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Call for projects for digital cultural development in the Canadian Francophonie
Supports digital cultural development in the Canadian Francophonie
Last Update: April 10, 2026
Funding available
$ 25,000
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Quebec, Canada
Overview
The Call for Projects for Digital Cultural Development in the Canadian Francophonie provides up to $25,000 in funding to support projects that enhance the discoverability of Francophone cultural content online, develop digital skills, and foster collaborations within the Canadian Francophonie. Eligible activities include digitization, dissemination of cultural content, skill development, and the creation or sharing of digital tools and expertise.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase performance through digital transformation
- Reduce environmental footprint
- Develop workforce skills
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 25,000 $
- Up to 75% of project cost
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Information and cultural industries
- Educational services
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Location
- Quebec
Legal structures
- Non-profit
- Public or Parapublic institution
- For-profit business
- Non-financial cooperative
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Language Minorities
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Culture and Arts
- Higher Education
- Research
Target groups
- Business owners / entrepreneurs
- Artists / creatives
- Nonprofits / charities
- Academia / students
- Minority groups
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- Provincial
- International
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Projects that improve the online visibility and discoverability of Francophone cultural content, such as digitization and broad dissemination initiatives.
- Initiatives aimed at developing or enhancing digital skills for artists and cultural organizations through training or knowledge transfer.
- Efforts to share resources and digital expertise by establishing or strengthening networks and partnerships with Francophone Canadian collaborators.
- Development or experimentation of new methods or tools enhancing digital cultural development, such as 3D digitization or digital content preservation.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Non-profit legal entities (organizations and cooperatives operated for non-profit purposes)
- Cultural enterprises (for-profit organizations)
- State-owned enterprises under the Minister of Culture and Communications (such as Bibliothèque et Archives nationales du Québec, Conservatoire de musique et d’art dramatique du Québec, Musée d’art contemporain, Musée de la civilisation, Musée national des beaux-arts du Québec, Société de la Place des Arts de Montréal, Société du Grand Théâtre de Québec, Télé-Québec)
- Post-secondary educational institutions (colleges and universities)
- Research centers
Who is not eligible
- Municipalities
- Sole proprietorships (individual businesses)
- Organizations registered on the Register of Enterprises Ineligible for Public Contracts (RENA)
- Applicants that have failed to meet previous financial aid obligations to the Ministry in the last two years after formal notice
Eligible expenses
- Accommodation and daily allowances for participants in Canada (up to $200 per day per person, maximum of 7 days).
- Reasonable travel expenses within Canada, starting from or towards Quebec for project participants.
- Local transportation costs within a province or territory.
- Design, development, acquisition or adaptation costs for equipment, technology, or tools.
- Subcontracting fees and associated honoraria.
- Study costs and consulting fees.
- Interpretation and translation services.
- Dissemination, promotion, and publication costs.
- Training expenses for employees.
- Equipment or venue rental costs.
- Purchase costs for materials or equipment.
- Transport costs for materials and artworks.
- Travel insurance (up to $250).
- Production fees and copyright fees.
- Administrative fees, up to 5% of eligible expenses.
- Contingency fees, up to 10% of eligible expenses.
Eligible geographic areas
- Applicants must have their head office in Quebec.
- At least one project partner must be based in a Canadian province or territory outside Quebec (Francophonie canadienne).
Additional information
- A convention will be signed between the Government of Quebec and the grant recipient, requiring formal reporting.
- The Ministry reserves the right to terminate, modify, or reduce funding for reasons of public interest or if false or misleading information is provided.
- Final project results must be submitted within three months after project completion.
- Only one application per applicant is permitted; for higher education institutions, this restriction applies per faculty.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Call for projects for digital cultural development in the Canadian Francophonie Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Call for projects for digital cultural development in the Canadian Francophonie. 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 Call for projects for digital cultural development in the Canadian Francophonie?
The Call for Projects for Digital Cultural Development in the Canadian Francophonie provides up to $25,000 in funding to support projects that enhance the discoverability of Francophone cultural content online, develop digital skills, and foster collaborations within the Canadian Francophonie. Eligible activities include digitization, dissemination of cultural content, skill development, and the creation or sharing of digital tools and expertise.
How much funding can be received?
Call for projects for digital cultural development in the Canadian Francophonie Funds up to 75% of admissible expenses, capped at $25,000 per project.
Who is eligible for the Call for projects for digital cultural development in the Canadian Francophonie program?
To be eligible for the Call for projects for digital cultural development in the Canadian Francophonie program, you must:
For-profit companies must be legally constituted for over 12 months and headquartered in Quebec.
Must partner with at least one cultural organization from the Canadian Francophonie outside Quebec.
Must work in fields related to the Ministry of Culture, CALQ, or SODEC and be registered with the Quebec Enterprise Registrar.
What expenses are eligible under Call for projects for digital cultural development in the Canadian Francophonie?
Projects that improve the online visibility and discoverability of Francophone cultural content, such as digitization and broad dissemination initiatives.
Initiatives aimed at developing or enhancing digital skills for artists and cultural organizations through training or knowledge transfer.
Efforts to share resources and digital expertise by establishing or strengthening networks and partnerships with Francophone Canadian collaborators.
Development or experimentation of new methods or tools enhancing digital cultural development, such as 3D digitization or digital content preservation.
Who can I contact for more information about the Call for projects for digital cultural development in the Canadian Francophonie?
You can contact Gouvernment of Québec by email at culturenumerique@mcc.gouv.qc.ca.
Where is the Call for projects for digital cultural development in the Canadian Francophonie available?
The Call for projects for digital cultural development in the Canadian Francophonie program is available the province of Quebec.
Is the Call for projects for digital cultural development in the Canadian Francophonie a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Call for projects for digital cultural development in the Canadian Francophonie is a Partnering and Collaboration