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Characterization of Buildings and Areas with Heritage Potential
Support for heritage inventory preparation
Last Update: April 29, 2026
Funding available
$ 50,000
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Centre-du-Québec, Quebec, Canada
Overview
This program provides up to $50,000 to support municipal organizations in preparing an inventory of heritage buildings and areas. Eligible work includes documentation, analysis, listing pre-1940 buildings, and mapping heritage potential.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Improve governance or administrative structure
- Conduct research and development activities
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 50,000 $
- Up to 75% of project cost
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Public administration
Location
- Centre-du-Québec
- Quebec
Legal structures
- Public or Parapublic institution
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Documentation of existing heritage-related information and sources.
- Historical analysis of the territory.
- Inventory of buildings constructed before 1940.
- Mapping and identification of buildings, ensembles, or areas with heritage potential.
Documents Needed
- Project description
- Detailed project budget
- Resolution from the competent authorities
- Project schedule
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Regional county municipalities (MRCs).
- Local municipalities with MRC powers.
- First Nations or Inuit governments established under federal or provincial law.
Who is not eligible
- The cities and agglomerations of Quebec and Montreal.
- Organizations listed in the Register of Enterprises Ineligible for Public Contracts.
- Organizations that failed to meet obligations after a prior funding notice from the Ministry or a funding body.
Eligible expenses
- Professional and technical fees.
- Other project-related expenses, if detailed.
- Administrative costs up to 5% of eligible expenses.
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Costs linked to the applicant’s normal operations.
- Capital expenditures and leasehold improvements.
- Expenses incurred before official project approval.
Eligible geographic areas
- Quebec
Processing and Agreement
- The Ministry reviews the application and may use external expertise if needed.
- Applications are assessed against the program’s criteria and project relevance.
- If approved, the beneficiary must sign a funding agreement.
- Reporting and accountability obligations apply under the agreement.
Additional information
- The program is closed and provided for reference only.
- Applicants must use the Ministère’s online di@pason form.
- The Ministry may request additional information or documents during review.
- Funding recipients must sign a funding agreement with reporting obligations.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Characterization of Buildings and Areas with Heritage Potential Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Characterization of Buildings and Areas with Heritage Potential. 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 Characterization of Buildings and Areas with Heritage Potential?
This program provides up to $50,000 to support municipal organizations in preparing an inventory of heritage buildings and areas. Eligible work includes documentation, analysis, listing pre-1940 buildings, and mapping heritage potential.
How much funding can be received?
Characterization of Buildings and Areas with Heritage Potential Funds up to 75% of admissible expenses, capped at $50,000 per project.
Who is eligible for the Characterization of Buildings and Areas with Heritage Potential program?
To be eligible for the Characterization of Buildings and Areas with Heritage Potential program, you must:
Municipal organizations only.
Project for heritage inventory preparation.
Complete and accurate application.
What expenses are eligible under Characterization of Buildings and Areas with Heritage Potential?
Documentation of existing heritage-related information and sources.
Historical analysis of the territory.
Inventory of buildings constructed before 1940.
Mapping and identification of buildings, ensembles, or areas with heritage potential.
Where is the Characterization of Buildings and Areas with Heritage Potential available?
The Characterization of Buildings and Areas with Heritage Potential program is available Centre-du-Québec, Quebec.
Is the Characterization of Buildings and Areas with Heritage Potential a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Characterization of Buildings and Areas with Heritage Potential is a Grant and Funding
Who are the financial supporters of the Characterization of Buildings and Areas with Heritage Potential?
Characterization of Buildings and Areas with Heritage Potential is funded by Gouvernment of Québec