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Call for Projects for Visible Minorities and Ethnocultural Communities as Part of the Fight Against Racism
Support for anti-racism intercultural projects
Last Update: June 19, 2026
Funding available
$ 200,000
Timeline
- Closing date : April 17, 2026
Location
Quebec, Canada
Overview
This program supports projects that fight racism and strengthen intercultural partnerships and representation. The maximum funding is $200,000 per project, and eligible activities include promotion, cultural productions, educational tools, cross-residencies, and related collaborations.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Develop a new program or service
- Increase social or community impact
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 200,000 $
- Up to 80% of project cost
Timeline
- Closing date : April 17, 2026
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Information and cultural industries
- Educational services
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Public administration
Location
- Quebec
Legal structures
- Non-profit
- For-profit business
- Public or Parapublic institution
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Other Racialized Persons
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Culture and Arts
- Economic, Social and Community Development
- Diversity and Inclusion
Target groups
- Artists / creatives
- Minority groups
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- Provincial
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Promotion and outreach activities
- Artistic, cultural, and media productions
- Cross-cultural projects led by multiple partners
- Educational or awareness tools development
- Artist residencies and major cultural collaborations
Documents Needed
- Application form
- Project proposal
- Report on current spending
- Performance indicator report
- Final accountability report
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Non-profit organizations
- Businesses
- Municipalities, cities, and regional county municipalities
- Recognized educational institutions and school organizations
Who is not eligible
- Individuals
- Organizations without an establishment in Quebec
- Organizations listed in the Register of Enterprises Ineligible for Public Contracts
- Organizations whose sole purpose is to redistribute funds
- Quebec government ministries and agencies
Eligible expenses
- Wages and social benefits for project staff
- Professional fees, materials, and supplies
- Room, platform, equipment, and technical service rentals
- Reasonable travel within Quebec
- Outreach, publicity, and administrative costs
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Regular operating costs such as rent, insurance, and utilities
- Purchase of non-essential durable assets
- Partisan, ideological, or religious activities
- Costs incurred before project acceptance
- Fully funded projects and purely research-only projects
Eligible geographic areas
- Quebec
Selection criteria
- Ability of the applicant to carry out the project
- Quality and relevance of the project
- Concrete impact of the activities
- Social innovation and effectiveness of the project
How to apply
- Step 1: Request the application form
- Contact the program by email to obtain the form.
- Step 2: Prepare the application
- Complete the form and prepare the project information required for submission.
- Step 3: Submit the request
- Send the completed application to the program contact address.
- Step 4: Await the decision
- The BCLCR reviews the application and communicates the decision.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are evaluated by the BCLCR using a review grid.
- Only eligible projects are assessed against the program criteria.
- Decisions are communicated by the BCLCR.
- Approved projects are governed by a funding agreement.
- Payments are released according to the agreement and required reports.
Additional information
- Only one application per organization is allowed.
- The funding is non-recurring.
- The funding agreement lasts up to one year.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Call for Projects for Visible Minorities and Ethnocultural Communities as Part of the Fight Against Racism Program
What is the Call for Projects for Visible Minorities and Ethnocultural Communities as Part of the Fight Against Racism?
This program supports projects that fight racism and strengthen intercultural partnerships and representation. The maximum funding is $200,000 per project, and eligible activities include promotion, cultural productions, educational tools, cross-residencies, and related collaborations.
How much funding can be received?
Call for Projects for Visible Minorities and Ethnocultural Communities as Part of the Fight Against Racism Funds up to 80% of admissible expenses, capped at $200,000 per project.
Who is eligible for the Call for Projects for Visible Minorities and Ethnocultural Communities as Part of the Fight Against Racism program?
To be eligible for the Call for Projects for Visible Minorities and Ethnocultural Communities as Part of the Fight Against Racism program, you must:
Project delivered through a partnership.
Led by visible or ethnocultural minority representation.
Applicant shows management capacity.
What expenses are eligible under Call for Projects for Visible Minorities and Ethnocultural Communities as Part of the Fight Against Racism?
Promotion and outreach activities
Artistic, cultural, and media productions
Cross-cultural projects led by multiple partners
Educational or awareness tools development
Artist residencies and major cultural collaborations
Who can I contact for more information about the Call for Projects for Visible Minorities and Ethnocultural Communities as Part of the Fight Against Racism?
You can contact Government of Québec by email at appeldeprojetsmve@mri.gouv.qc.ca or by phone at none.
Where is the Call for Projects for Visible Minorities and Ethnocultural Communities as Part of the Fight Against Racism available?
The Call for Projects for Visible Minorities and Ethnocultural Communities as Part of the Fight Against Racism program is available the province of Quebec.
Is the Call for Projects for Visible Minorities and Ethnocultural Communities as Part of the Fight Against Racism a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Call for Projects for Visible Minorities and Ethnocultural Communities as Part of the Fight Against Racism is a Partnering and Collaboration