How much funding can be received?

Funds up to 60% of admissible expenses, capped at $20000000 per project.

What is the deadline to apply?

The deadline to apply is not specified.

Who are the financial supporters of the Capital Assistance – Stream 1: Restoration of heritage assets?

Capital Assistance – Stream 1: Restoration of heritage assets is funded by Gouvernement du Québec

What are Capital Assistance – Stream 1: Restoration of heritage assets's eligibility criterias?

Legally constituted for-profit organization Holder of property or co-ownership rights under Quebec Civil Code

Capital Assistance – Stream 1: Restoration of heritage assets

Last Update: May 14, 2025

QC, Canada

Financial assistance for restoration of heritage and cultural properties

Capital Assistance – Stream 1: Restoration of heritage assets at a glance

Eligible Funding

Max. $20,000,000
Up to 60% of project cost

Timeline

Continuous Intakes

Financing Type

Grant and Funding

Eligible Industries

Arts, entertainment and recreation
Public administration

Grant Providers

Gouvernement du Québec

Status

Open

Overview of the Capital Assistance – Stream 1: Restoration of heritage assets program

The Capital Assistance – Stream 1: Restoration of Heritage Assets program provides up to 60% of eligible project costs, to a maximum of $20 million, for the preservation and restoration of heritage properties recognized under the Cultural Heritage Act in Quebec. Eligible activities include restoration, preservation, and improvements to accessibility, safety, or infrastructure pertaining to designated heritage buildings and sites.

Financing terms and conditions

Financial assistance covers up to 60% of eligible project expenses for nonprofits and municipalities with publicly accessible cultural properties, with a maximum of $20 million per project.
Other types of eligible heritage properties are subject to a maximum contribution ranging from 40% to 50%, depending on property type and ownership.
Disbursement below $1 million: 50% is paid after the funding agreement is signed; the balance follows project completion and approval of final reporting.
Disbursement of $1 million or more: 50% after agreement signature, 30% upon substantial completion, and the remainder after acceptance of project completion documents.
Total government and public financial contributions (including grants, tax credits, etc.) cannot exceed 100% of eligible project costs.

Eligible projects & activities

Restoration of heritage assets, including repairing or replacing original or historic components of protected buildings using period-appropriate materials and techniques.
Preservation initiatives to consolidate structural elements and prevent or correct deterioration in heritage buildings or sites.
Acquisition, repair, or installation of fire protection and suppression systems in cultural infrastructure or as required by the Quebec Construction Code.
Projects that improve universal accessibility in heritage buildings with a cultural or public vocation.
Archaeological activities such as inventory, oversight, excavation, restoration, or stabilization, connected to restoration or preservation of eligible heritage properties.

Eligibility criteria of the Capital Assistance – Stream 1: Restoration of heritage assets program

The applicant must be a legally constituted individual, for-profit organization, non-profit organization, cooperative, municipal entity, or an Indigenous community or nation recognized by the National Assembly of Quebec.
The applicant must hold ownership or co-ownership rights, as defined by the Civil Code of Quebec, over the heritage asset in question.
The project must involve the restoration or preservation of a heritage property that is classified, cited, or recognized as having heritage value under the Cultural Heritage Act, or included in recognized heritage inventories.
The intervention must be authorized under the Cultural Heritage Act where applicable, and executed by appropriately licensed professionals or organizations recognized for restoration and conservation.
The project must follow the structured project planning process outlined by the Ministry, with all required documentation submitted.

Who is eligible?

Individuals (natural persons)
Legally constituted for-profit organizations
Legally constituted non-profit organizations
Legally constituted cooperatives
Municipal entities
Recognized Indigenous communities or nations

Who is not eligible

Organizations listed in Schedule 2 of the Act respecting the Financial Administration (except budgetary organizations).
The Montreal Museum of Fine Arts.
Organizations belonging to the education or health networks, if their asset is eligible for financial support from their respective ministries.
Entities registered in the Register of Enterprises Ineligible for Public Contracts (including subcontractors listed therein).
Applicants or organizations that are insolvent, bankrupt, or have not met prior obligations related to financial assistance from a Quebec government ministry or body.

Eligible expenses

Professional fees and related costs for required studies (such as building condition reports, technical audits, archaeological potential studies, and other feasibility or project definition studies required by the Ministry).
Professional and technical fees directly linked to eligible restoration or preservation work.
Costs associated with restoration and preservation work on the characteristic elements of the heritage asset.
Acquisition, repair, and installation of fire protection and suppression systems.
Production and installation of an identification plaque.
Integration of artwork related to the application of the Policy for the Integration of Arts into Architecture and the Environment on government and public sites.

Eligible geographic areas

Quebec

Eligibility criteria of the Capital Assistance – Stream 1: Restoration of heritage assets program

Relevance of the project, including the justification of needs to address deficiencies and problems related to the conservation of the asset, and its connection to access to cultural or communications services.
Urgency of the proposed intervention for maintaining the normal use of the asset, ensuring the continuity of services, protecting the integrity of the movable or immovable property, or ensuring public safety.
Heritage value of the asset in question, including its archaeological potential as recognized by existing inventories.
Quality of the project, including confirmation of funding sources (public and private partners, applicant) and the realism of projected costs.
Alignment of the project with the identified deficiencies and problems, as well as adherence to architectural quality principles.

How to apply to the Capital Assistance – Stream 1: Restoration of heritage assets program

Verify eligibility requirements

Review eligibility for applicants and properties
Ensure compliance with requirements under the Cultural Heritage Act
Check that your project type and expenses are eligible

Prepare supporting documents

Gather required information and documentation (property documents, budget, technical studies, etc.)
Prepare an overview of the application and project objectives
Collect any other documents requested by the Ministry

Submit the online application

Complete the online application form via di@pason
Attach all required documents and information
Submit within the program’s application period as stated in the program calendar

Respond to Ministry requests

Await review and possible requests for additional information from the Ministry
Respond to any additional information requests within 3 months (or extended delay if justified)
Follow progress of the application’s evaluation phase

Project acceptance and funding agreement

Receive the approval letter and funding terms if your project is selected
Sign and return the Conditions for Grant Award document
Obtain all necessary Ministry authorizations before any project changes

Implement the funded project

Carry out the approved project activities within 24 months of the approval letter
Provide interim and final reports as required by the Ministry
Comply with rules for contract management (if applicable)

Complete reporting and final payment

Submit the final project report and required documents no later than 3 months after completion
Facilitate any audits or site visits requested by the Ministry
Receive the final payment after validation and acceptance of all deliverables

Additional information

The assistance is subject to the availability of budgetary credits at the time of commitment.
The Ministry may limit the number of projects selected based on available funds.
All recipients must submit a final accountability report within three months after project completion.
The Ministry reserves the right to conduct site visits and verify the use of allocated funds at any reasonable time.

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