Community Organization Assistance Program (PAOC) – Support for the Overall Mission

Q: How much funding can be received?

There is no informations about how much funding can be received.

Q: What is the deadline to apply?

The application deadline for this grant program is September 12, 2025. Applicants must submit their complete application before this date to be considered for funding.

Q: Who is eligible for the Community Organization Assistance Program (PAOC) – Support for the Overall Mission program?

To be eligible for the Community Organization Assistance Program (PAOC) – Support for the Overall Mission program, you must: • Must be an autonomous community organization in the housing sector • Must offer services to members, direct users, or represented groups

Q: Who can I contact for more information about the Community Organization Assistance Program (PAOC) – Support for the Overall Mission?

You can contact Quebec Housing Society (SHQ).

Q: Where is the Community Organization Assistance Program (PAOC) – Support for the Overall Mission available?

The Community Organization Assistance Program (PAOC) – Support for the Overall Mission program is available the province of Quebec.

Last Update: September 9, 2025

QC, Canada

Financial support for community housing organizations in Quebec

At a glance

Eligible Funding

No Condition

Timeline

Open Date : June 16, 2025
Closing date : September 12, 2025

Financing Type

Grant and Funding

Eligible Industries

Other services (except public administration)
Public administration

Funds Providers

Quebec Housing Society

Program status

Open

Closing Soon

Overview

The Community Organization Assistance Program – Support for the Overall Mission offers core financial support to autonomous community organizations in the housing sector, helping them maintain and develop activities that benefit the populations they serve. Eligible activities include providing services, engaging in concerted efforts, and implementing projects that improve housing conditions; the maximum funding amount is not specified.

Activities funded

Maintaining and developing activities that serve populations or member organizations in the housing sector.
Carrying out projects that improve living conditions and housing quality for tenants.
Conducting studies, analyses, or joint initiatives related to housing.
Offering services or activities that address needs identified by the Société d’habitation du Québec (by invitation only).

Examples of admissible projects:

$ 32,650

Renovating a daycare’s kitchen to meet new health standards

$ 37,800

Upgrading digital tools for a small manufacturing social enterprise

$ 25,875

Launching an eco-friendly packaging pilot for a bakery cooperative

$ 19,200

Implementing a waste reduction system in an urban coffee shop

$ 39,850

Installing energy-efficient LED lighting in a neighborhood grocery store

$ 46,890

Expanding a fitness studio and improving accessibility for clients

Eligibility

The applicant must be an autonomous community organization operating in the housing sector.
The organization must contribute to the mission of the Société d’habitation du Québec (SHQ) by supporting populations they serve or representing other organizations in the housing sector.

Who is eligible?

Community organizations in the housing sector

Who is not eligible

Organizations that are not autonomous community organizations in the housing sector.
Companies and businesses outside the community sector.
Entities not serving or representing populations or organizations related to housing.
Applicants to Volet 3 (Support for Needs Determined by SHQ), since applications are by invitation only.

Eligible geographic areas

Organizations operating within the province of Quebec.

How to apply

Confirm eligibility requirements

Verify that your organization operates in the housing community sector
Ensure your organization aligns with the mission of the Société d’habitation du Québec (SHQ)
Check eligibility criteria specific to community organizations in housing

Select the appropriate support component

Identify the appropriate support component: overall mission, specific project, or SHQ-identified needs
Understand the specifics and deadlines related to each component

Prepare application documents

Collect all required documents as outlined in the program guidelines
Prepare a detailed application in accordance with the chosen support component

Submit the completed application

Submit your application to the Société d’habitation du Québec within the specified deadline
For project-based support, respect the annual submission period

Additional information

Annual application opportunities are available for eligible organizations.
Specific submission periods apply to certain funding streams, such as the project support component.
Funding under some components is accessible only by invitation from the Société d’habitation du Québec.

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Frequently Asked Questions about the Community Organization Assistance Program (PAOC) – Support for the Overall Mission Program

Here are answers to the most common questions about the Community Organization Assistance Program (PAOC) – Support for the Overall Mission. 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.