Open
Closing Soon
Last Update: April 28, 2026
Funding available
$ 5,000 - $ 400,000
Timeline
- Open Date : May 1, 2026
- Closing date : May 31, 2026
Location
Matane, Bas-Saint-Laurent, Quebec, Canada
Overview
The City of Matane Participatory Budget funds citizen-led projects through a public and a cultural stream. It supports local initiatives such as municipal infrastructure, equipment, and permanent artworks, with up to $400,000 for the public stream and $100,000 for the cultural stream.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Raise awareness or mobilize a population
- Renovate or adapt facilities
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 400,000 $
- Minimum amount : 5,000 $
Timeline
- Open Date : May 1, 2026
- Closing date : May 31, 2026
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Information and cultural industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Location
- Matane
- Bas-Saint-Laurent
- Quebec
Legal structures
- Non-profit
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Canadians
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Culture and Arts
- Economic, Social and Community Development
Target groups
- General public
- Artists / creatives
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- Municipal
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Citizen-led public projects for the City of Matane.
- Cultural projects involving permanent outdoor artworks.
- Projects to improve the local community through municipal investments.
Documents Needed
- Online project form
- Project concept
- Scaled sketch for cultural projects
- Preliminary budget estimate
- Proof of a partner commitment letter, if required
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Citizens of Matane aged 16 and over.
- Artists from La Matanie for the cultural stream.
- Minors applying with a person aged 16 or over, as a team.
Who is not eligible
- City of Matane elected officials.
- Members of the steering committee.
Eligible expenses
- Capital expenditures and equipment purchases.
- Permanent artworks and related project implementation costs.
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Recurring costs and operating expenses.
- Projects requiring the hiring of staff, unless a partner covers those costs.
- Projects that serve private interests or only one group or association.
Eligible geographic areas
- Matane
- La Matanie, for the cultural stream
Processing and Agreement
- Submitted projects are reviewed through an exchange meeting with the City team.
- Technical review of the project and budget estimates takes place after submission.
- Selected projects are announced before the public voting period.
- The project with the most votes is recommended to City Council for approval.
- Winning projects are confirmed by a City Council resolution.
Additional information
- Projects must be submitted between May 1 and May 31, 2026.
- An in-person exchange meeting is mandatory after submission.
- The public vote runs from August 31 to September 15, 2026.
- The winning project must be approved by the City Council.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the City of Matane Participatory Budget Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the City of Matane Participatory Budget. 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 City of Matane Participatory Budget?
The City of Matane Participatory Budget funds citizen-led projects through a public and a cultural stream. It supports local initiatives such as municipal infrastructure, equipment, and permanent artworks, with up to $400,000 for the public stream and $100,000 for the cultural stream.
How much funding can be received?
City of Matane Participatory Budget Funds up to $400,000 of admissible expenses.
What is the deadline to apply?
The application deadline for this grant program is **May 31, 2026**. Applicants must submit their complete application before this date to be considered for funding.
Who is eligible for the City of Matane Participatory Budget program?
To be eligible for the City of Matane Participatory Budget program, you must:
Project for the common good
Within municipal jurisdiction
Mandatory exchange meeting
What expenses are eligible under City of Matane Participatory Budget?
Citizen-led public projects for the City of Matane.
Cultural projects involving permanent outdoor artworks.
Projects to improve the local community through municipal investments.
Who can I contact for more information about the City of Matane Participatory Budget?
You can contact City of Matane by email at communications@ville.matane.qc.ca or by phone at 418 562-2333.
Where is the City of Matane Participatory Budget available?
The City of Matane Participatory Budget program is available Bas-Saint-Laurent, Quebec.