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Community Interaction Program - St. Lawrence Action Plan
Funding for St. Lawrence community environmental projects
Last Update: May 15, 2026
Funding available
Varies by project
Timeline
- Open continuously
Location
Quebec, Canada
Overview
This program provides up to 70% of eligible project costs, to a maximum of $100,000, $25,000, or $200,000 depending on the project category. It supports community-led activities that improve the St. Lawrence ecosystem, including awareness, studies, study-action, biodiversity protection, and restoration projects.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Conduct research and development activities
- Reduce environmental footprint
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Timeline
- Open continuously
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Public administration
Location
- Quebec
Legal structures
- Public or Parapublic institution
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Awareness-raising projects on specific environmental issues
- Study projects that develop an action plan for the field
- Study-action projects combining planning and implementation
- Restoration projects related to the St. Lawrence
- Biodiversity protection projects promoting sustainable use of the St. Lawrence
Documents Needed
- Application form
- Budget plan
- Work plan calendar
- Supporting documents and information needed for assessment
- Maps, photos, and any relevant authorizations or approvals, if applicable
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Legally constituted non-profit non-government organizations in Quebec
- Indigenous communities located in Quebec
Who is not eligible
- Individuals
- Government departments and agencies
- Municipalities
- Educational institutions
- Private companies
Eligible expenses
- Salaries and benefits
- Professional and management services
- Travel and vehicle use
- Equipment, supplies, printing, and distribution
- Equipment rental or purchase, contracts, and reasonable administrative costs
- Non-reimbursable GST and QST
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Land or building purchases
- Recurring infrastructure maintenance
- Loan repayment
- Office furniture and office automation equipment
- Vehicle and rolling stock purchases
Eligible geographic areas
- St. Lawrence River area in Quebec
- South shore from Cornwall to Gaspé, including the Quebec portion of Chaleur Bay and the Magdalen Islands
- North shore from Carillon to Blanc-Sablon, including Anticosti Island and the Saguenay
- Main tributaries and relevant secondary tributaries of the St. Lawrence
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed after submission and an answer is normally received about 16 weeks later.
- Assessment is based on the information provided in the application and supporting documents.
- If selected, an agreement must be signed before funding is finalized.
- Funding will not be finalized until matching contributions from project partners are confirmed.
Additional information
- Community involvement and partnerships are important in project assessment.
- Projects can be linked to a Regional Integrated Management Plan (RIMP).
- Support may include cash or in-kind matching funds from partners.
- An agreement must be signed for selected projects.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Community Interaction Program - St. Lawrence Action Plan Program
What is the Community Interaction Program - St. Lawrence Action Plan?
This program provides up to 70% of eligible project costs, to a maximum of $100,000, $25,000, or $200,000 depending on the project category. It supports community-led activities that improve the St. Lawrence ecosystem, including awareness, studies, study-action, biodiversity protection, and restoration projects.
Who is eligible for the Community Interaction Program - St. Lawrence Action Plan program?
To be eligible for the Community Interaction Program - St. Lawrence Action Plan program, you must:
Legally constituted for at least one year
Established in Quebec
Project must fit an eligible CIP category
What expenses are eligible under Community Interaction Program - St. Lawrence Action Plan?
Awareness-raising projects on specific environmental issues
Study projects that develop an action plan for the field
Study-action projects combining planning and implementation
Restoration projects related to the St. Lawrence
Biodiversity protection projects promoting sustainable use of the St. Lawrence
Who can I contact for more information about the Community Interaction Program - St. Lawrence Action Plan?
You can contact Environment and Climate Change Canada (ECCC).
Where is the Community Interaction Program - St. Lawrence Action Plan available?
The Community Interaction Program - St. Lawrence Action Plan program is available the province of Quebec.
Is the Community Interaction Program - St. Lawrence Action Plan a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Community Interaction Program - St. Lawrence Action Plan is a Grant and Funding
Who are the financial supporters of the Community Interaction Program - St. Lawrence Action Plan?
Community Interaction Program - St. Lawrence Action Plan is funded by Environment and Climate Change Canada (ECCC)