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Clean Energy for Rural and Remote Communities Program

Q: Who can I contact for more information about the Clean Energy for Rural and Remote Communities Program?

You can contact Natural Resources Canada (NRCan) by email at nrcan.remoteenergy-energieadistance.rncan@canada.ca.

Q: Where is the Clean Energy for Rural and Remote Communities Program available?

The Clean Energy for Rural and Remote Communities Program program is available the province of Quebec.

Q: Is the Clean Energy for Rural and Remote Communities Program a grant, loan, or tax credit?

Clean Energy for Rural and Remote Communities Program is a Grant and Funding

Q: Who are the financial supporters of the Clean Energy for Rural and Remote Communities Program?

Clean Energy for Rural and Remote Communities Program is funded by Natural Resources Canada (NRCan)

Last Update: February 4, 2026

QC, Canada

Funding for renewable energy and energy efficiency projects in remote communities

Grant and Funding

Natural Resources Canada

At a glance

Funding available

Financing goals

Reduce the ecological footprint

Develop strategic partnerships

Increasing community impact

Eligible Funding

No Condition

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

Environment

Target groups

All the groups

Revenue structures

100% donations / grants

Scope

Local

Activities funded

Examples of admissible projects:

Implementing a solar power system to reduce energy costs and emissions.

Deploying a wind turbine to generate sustainable energy for a community.

Eligibility

Who is eligible?

First Nations, Inuit and Métis communities, governments, development corporations, and organizations
Canadian businesses and not-for-profit organizations
Provincial, territorial, regional or municipal government organizations

How to apply

Step 1: Contact request or submission form

Fill out the contact form available online or email your request for application materials.

Contacts

nrcan.remoteenergy-energieadistance.rncan@canada.ca

QC, Canada

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Frequently Asked Questions about the Clean Energy for Rural and Remote Communities Program Program

Here are answers to the most common questions about the Clean Energy for Rural and Remote Communities Program. 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.