MRC Charlevoix-Est — Vitalization Fund

Who is eligible?

This grant targets various types of entities seeking to implement projects that align with the territorial revitalization efforts of the MRC de Charlevoix-Est. Eligible applicants include a diverse group of organizations capable of contributing to economic and socio-demographic enhancement in the region.

• Municipal organizations and Indigenous communities.
• Private and social economy enterprises, except those in the financial sector.
• Cooperatives, excluding those in the financial sector.
• Non-profit organizations.
• Educational sector entities.
• Legal entities aiming to start a new business.

Who is not eligible

This grant excludes specific companies and industries based on their nature and main activities. Restrictions are in place to prioritize projects that align with the socio-economic revitalization goals of the Charlevoix-Est region.

• Companies and industries registered on the RENA (Registre des entreprises non admissibles aux contrats publics).
• Organizations that failed to comply with previous financial assistance obligations with the MRC of Charlevoix-Est within the last two years.
• Businesses considered controversial, such as those with sexual, religious, or political affiliations.
• Retail and wholesale trade, gas stations, or gas bars, except when they serve as proximity services.
• Companies associated with physical or mental health sectors recognized or not by a professional order.
• Art galleries.
• Daycares and family-based childcare services.
• Artistic management agencies and projects aimed at self-promotion.
• Real estate management, such as real estate agents.
• Hospitality sector, except within designated Q5 localities.
• Restaurants, bars, and breweries, unless they serve as proximity services.
• Licensed professions such as lawyers, accountants, architects, notaries, and engineers.
• Projects related to places of worship unless the building is being repurposed for non-religious use.
• Financial services and insurance brokerage projects.
• Projects that act as substitutes for public services.
• Municipal administration-related projects such as town hall renovations.

Eligible expenses

The grant covers specific expenses directly related to the project implementation and development within the MRC de Charlevoix-Est.

• Professional fees and consulting services, as well as related studies.
• Pre-startup, startup expenses, and an initial working capital necessary for project implementation.
• Purchases of goods, equipment, and assets related to the project.
• Marketing, promotion, and advertising activities and costs.
• Costs of leasehold improvements, renovations, expansions, or construction of buildings, including the acquisition of land or non-residential buildings.

Eligible geographic areas

This grant is applicable specifically to projects undertaken in or significantly impacting certain geographical areas within Quebec, particularly in the MRC de Charlevoix-Est region. This guarantees that efforts are concentrated on revitalizing and supporting economic growth within these designated territories.

• MRC de Charlevoix-Est, Quebec, Canada

Here are additional relevant details for this grant:

• An agreement specifying the grant terms will be established between the recipient and the MRC of Charlevoix-Est.
• The issuance of funds will be phased, with a subsequent financial installment tied to the acceptance of project progress reports by the MRC.
• The final payment is contingent on the completion of the project's final report and any associated documentation as outlined in the agreement.
• The implementation period for projects must align with the timeline specified in the contractual agreement, with possible review of commitments if delays occur.