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Cultural Animation Support Fund

Funding for local cultural initiatives

Offered by
MRC de La Côte-de-Gaspé

Record updated

Funding available
$ 2,000
Up to 80% of project cost
Deadline
Open continuously
Location
Quebec, Canada
Who can apply
Non-profit organizations with head office in the MRC of La Côte-de-Gaspé
See full eligibility

Overview

The Fonds de soutien à l’animation culturelle supports non-profit organizations with head offices in the MRC of La Côte-de-Gaspé through non-repayable funding of up to $2,000. It helps finance cultural productions, exhibitions, new events, and book-related animation activities on the territory of La Côte-de-Gaspé.

At a glance

Funding available

Maximum funding
$2,000
Maximum share of project costs
80%
Financing goals
  • Develop strategic partnerships
  • Develop a new program or service
  • Increase social or community impact
  • Enhance an existing program
  • Strengthen organizational capacity
  • Raise awareness or mobilize a population
  • Renovate or adapt facilities

Eligible candidates

Location
  • La Côte-de-Gaspé
  • Gaspésie–Îles-de-la-Madeleine
  • Quebec
Eligible Industries
All industries
Annual revenue
All revenue ranges
Organisation size
All organization sizes
Audience
All groups
Legal structures
Non-profit
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
Culture and Arts
Target groups
General public, Artists / creatives, Nonprofits / charities
Revenue structures
100% donations / grants
Scope
Regional

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Take a practical assessment to gain a clear understanding of how well this program aligns with your specific needs and long-term goals.

Availability timeline

2026
Periods: 1

Latest changes

Cultural support fund update

The page now shows the art container project as finished, with the previous July 22 deadline removed and a direct contact added for questions about the fund.

See more

The Développement culturel page now marks the outdoor public art call for the Gaspé public markets containers as completed, and it says the works were realized in August and September 2026. The previous July 22 deadline and the PDF link for that call were removed, and a direct contact for questions about the Fonds de soutien à l’animation culturelle is now shown: Julie Pineault, communication and territorial development advisor, at julie.pineault@cotedegaspe.ca and 418 368-7000 poste 229.

Official source: cotedegaspe.ca
September 26, 2026

Eligibility

Who is eligible?

  • Non-profit organizations with head office in the MRC of La Côte-de-Gaspé

Eligible expenses

  • Purchase or rental of equipment and materials
  • Professional fees
  • Travel and accommodation costs
  • Room rental
  • Advertising and promotion costs

Ineligible Costs and Activities

  • Core operating costs of an organization
  • Recurring projects, performance-only projects, capital projects, infrastructure projects, restoration projects, awards, prizes, national holiday celebrations, commemorative activities, and event or festival operating costs
  • Fundraising activities, benefit activities, and event sponsorship
  • Meal costs, stationery costs, salary and benefits, barter, and volunteer time

Eligible geographic areas

  • MRC of La Côte-de-Gaspé

Activities funded

  • Production and dissemination of cultural projects.
  • Organization of a visual arts exhibition.
  • Establishment of a new cultural event.
  • Book promotion.

How to apply

  • Consult the Documents section to obtain the financial aid request form.

Documents Needed

  • Financial aid request form

Selection criteria

  • Availability of credits
  • Fit between the project and the fund criteria
  • Complementarity with other financial tools available to the MRC or its partners

Processing and Agreement

  • The MRC's cultural development advisor prepares the application file.
  • The director general approves funding requests and makes the decision on the project.
  • The funding confirmation letter sets out the payment modalities.
  • To receive the final payment, the promoter must provide supporting documents and proof of visibility.

Contacts

julie.pineault@cotedegaspe.ca
418 368-7000 poste 229
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Frequently Asked Questions about the Cultural Animation Support Fund Program

What is the Cultural Animation Support Fund?

The Fonds de soutien à l’animation culturelle supports non-profit organizations with head offices in the MRC of La Côte-de-Gaspé through non-repayable funding of up to $2,000. It helps finance cultural productions, exhibitions, new events, and book-related animation activities on the territory of La Côte-de-Gaspé.

How much funding can be received?

Cultural Animation Support Fund Funds up to 80% of admissible expenses, capped at $2,000 per project.

What is the deadline to apply?

The program is accepting continuous intake

Who is eligible for the Cultural Animation Support Fund program?

To be eligible for the Cultural Animation Support Fund program, you must: Non-profit organization Head office in the MRC of La Côte-de-Gaspé Project carried out on the territory of La Côte-de-Gaspé

What expenses are eligible under Cultural Animation Support Fund?

Purchase or rental of equipment and materials Professional fees Travel and accommodation costs Room rental Advertising and promotion costs

Who can I contact for more information about the Cultural Animation Support Fund?

You can contact MRC de La Côte-de-Gaspé by email at julie.pineault@cotedegaspe.ca or by phone at 418 368-7000 poste 229.

Where is the Cultural Animation Support Fund available?

The Cultural Animation Support Fund program is available Gaspésie–Îles-de-la-Madeleine, Quebec.