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Canadian Relations Support Program - Tier 1: Expertise exchange
Supports expert exchange across Canada
Last Update: May 15, 2026
Funding available
$ 10,000
Timeline
- Open Date : February 3, 2026
Location
Quebec, Canada
Overview
This program supports expert exchange projects between Québec and the rest of Canada, with a maximum amount of $10,000 under Tier 1. It funds participation in symposiums, conferences, forums and workshops, as well as peer-to-peer knowledge-sharing projects.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Develop workforce skills
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 10,000 $
Timeline
- Open Date : February 3, 2026
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
- Research
Target groups
- All the groups
Revenue structures
- 100% donations / grants
Scope
- Local
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Participation by Québec experts in symposiums, conferences, forums and workshops in Canada, including Québec.
- Peer-to-peer expertise-sharing projects involving innovative practices from Québec to other provinces and territories.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Experts from Québec.
- Experts from elsewhere in Canada.
- Organizations or groups involved in expert exchange projects.
Eligible geographic areas
- Québec.
- Other Canadian provinces and territories.
- Canada.
Processing and Agreement
- Complete applications are reviewed by the SQRC.
- The SQRC aims to respond within 60 working days.
- Applications must be complete and include the co-applicant’s signature, if applicable.
Additional information
- Projects may be submitted at any time during the year.
- The program targets exchanges between experts from Québec and elsewhere in Canada.
- The response time for complete applications is about 60 working days.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Canadian Relations Support Program - Tier 1: Expertise exchange Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Canadian Relations Support Program - Tier 1: Expertise exchange. 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 Canadian Relations Support Program - Tier 1: Expertise exchange?
This program supports expert exchange projects between Québec and the rest of Canada, with a maximum amount of $10,000 under Tier 1. It funds participation in symposiums, conferences, forums and workshops, as well as peer-to-peer knowledge-sharing projects.
How much funding can be received?
Canadian Relations Support Program - Tier 1: Expertise exchange Funds up to $10,000 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Canadian Relations Support Program - Tier 1: Expertise exchange program?
To be eligible for the Canadian Relations Support Program - Tier 1: Expertise exchange program, you must:
Expert exchange project in Canada.
Activity must involve Québec and other Canadian regions.
Project must share or transfer expertise.
What expenses are eligible under Canadian Relations Support Program - Tier 1: Expertise exchange?
Participation by Québec experts in symposiums, conferences, forums and workshops in Canada, including Québec.
Peer-to-peer expertise-sharing projects involving innovative practices from Québec to other provinces and territories.
Who can I contact for more information about the Canadian Relations Support Program - Tier 1: Expertise exchange?
You can contact Secrétariat du Québec aux relations canadiennes (SQRC) by email at programme.relations-canadiennes@mce.gouv.qc.ca.
Where is the Canadian Relations Support Program - Tier 1: Expertise exchange available?
The Canadian Relations Support Program - Tier 1: Expertise exchange program is available the province of Quebec.
Is the Canadian Relations Support Program - Tier 1: Expertise exchange a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Canadian Relations Support Program - Tier 1: Expertise exchange is a Grant and Funding