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Community Energy Diesel Reduction (CEDR) Program
Last Update: February 4, 2026
QC, Canada
Supports renewable and clean energy projects in remote communities
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
No objectives are currently available
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 4,000,000 $
Timeline
- Closing date : November 29, 2024
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
- All structures
Scope
- Provincial
Overview
This program offers non-repayable funding to support clean energy projects in remote communities, with maximum funding amounts of up to $95,000 for community energy planning, up to $500,000 for demand side management, and up to $4,000,000 for renewable energy generation. It aims to reduce reliance on diesel fuel for electricity and promote renewable energy initiatives.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
First Nations and remote communities relying on diesel fuel for electricity generationHow to apply
Download and review the CEDR Funding Guide.Download and complete the appropriate application for your project.Submit the completed application by email to cedr@nrtf.ca.
Contacts
cedr@nrtf.ca
QC, Canada
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