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Community Enhancement Employment Program
Funding for rural community employment projects
Last Update: May 15, 2026
Funding available
Varies by project
Timeline
- Open continuously
Location
Quebec, Canada
Overview
The Community Enhancement Employment Program provides provincial funding for short-term employment projects in rural areas. It supports local development initiatives in tourism, economic development, infrastructure improvements, and community services.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Timeline
- Open continuously
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
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Short-term employment projects in rural areas.
- Projects supporting tourism development.
- Projects supporting economic development.
- Projects improving community or municipal infrastructure.
- Projects that enhance community services.
Documents Needed
- Completed application form
- Signed application form
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Local governments
- Community organizations
Eligible geographic areas
- Rural areas
Processing and Agreement
- Submit the completed and signed application form to the Employment Support division.
- Applications may be sent by mail, email, or fax.
Additional information
- The program is provincially funded.
- It typically supports around 200 projects per year.
- Applicants must submit a completed and signed form.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Community Enhancement Employment Program Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Community Enhancement Employment 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.
What is the Community Enhancement Employment Program?
The Community Enhancement Employment Program provides provincial funding for short-term employment projects in rural areas. It supports local development initiatives in tourism, economic development, infrastructure improvements, and community services.
Who is eligible for the Community Enhancement Employment Program program?
To be eligible for the Community Enhancement Employment Program program, you must:
Project must be in a rural area.
Applicant must be a local government or community organization.
Project must support community development goals.
What expenses are eligible under Community Enhancement Employment Program?
Short-term employment projects in rural areas.
Projects supporting tourism development.
Projects supporting economic development.
Projects improving community or municipal infrastructure.
Projects that enhance community services.
Who can I contact for more information about the Community Enhancement Employment Program?
You can contact Department of Municipal Affairs and Community Engagement of Newfoundland and Labrador (MACA).
Where is the Community Enhancement Employment Program available?
The Community Enhancement Employment Program program is available the province of Quebec.
Is the Community Enhancement Employment Program a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Community Enhancement Employment Program is a Grant and Funding
Who are the financial supporters of the Community Enhancement Employment Program?
Community Enhancement Employment Program is funded by Department of Municipal Affairs and Community Engagement of Newfoundland and Labrador (MACA), Government of Newfoundland and Labrador