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Cultural Development Fund
Support for innovative cultural projects in La Vallée-du-Richelieu
Last Update: March 4, 2026
Funding available
Varies by project
Timeline
- Open Date : December 8, 2025
- Closing date : February 8, 2026
Location
Montérégie, Quebec, Canada
Overview
The Cultural Development Fund of the MRC de La Vallée-du-Richelieu provides support for cultural projects that are new or include an innovative element. The maximum funding amount is 75% of eligible project costs, and projects may focus on promotion, cultural mediation, social cohesion, entrepreneurship, or environmental themes.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Reduce environmental footprint
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Timeline
- Open Date : December 8, 2025
- Closing date : February 8, 2026
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Information and cultural industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Location
- Montérégie
- Quebec
Legal structures
- Non-profit
- Public or Parapublic institution
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- All industries
Target groups
- All the groups
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- All dimensions
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Promotion and enhancement of local and regional cultural offerings
- Partnership and collaboration projects between cultural organizations and artists
- Intersectoral projects linking culture with agriculture, community, education, health, or business
- Projects in cultural mediation, heritage promotion, or social cohesion
- Environmental or eco-design projects related to culture
Documents Needed
- Completed funding application form
- Project-related quotes or tenders, if applicable
- Letters of support, if applicable
- Partner funding confirmations, if applicable
- Applicant CV and, for organizations, the resolution, letters patent, incorporation proof, and updated board list
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Professional artists, authors, and self-employed cultural workers
- Non-profit organizations
- Non-profit cooperatives
Who is not eligible
- School boards and schools
- Municipalities
- Private companies
Eligible expenses
- Project staff wages and social charges
- Professional fees and honoraria
- Equipment or premises rental
- Specialized materials or equipment needed for the project
- Promotion, training, rights, consulting, and travel costs directly linked to the project
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Expenses incurred before project acceptance
- Capital expenditures and operating costs of the organization
- Market studies, business plans, and debt-related financing costs
- Publication, printing, study trips, exchanges, and school or academic projects
- Meals, alcohol, tobacco, gifts, legal fees, and equipment maintenance costs
Eligible geographic areas
- Beloeil
- Carignan
- Chambly
- McMasterville
- Mont-Saint-Hilaire
- Otterburn Park
- Saint-Antoine-sur-Richelieu
- Saint-Basile-le-Grand
- Saint-Charles-sur-Richelieu
- Saint-Denis-sur-Richelieu
- Saint-Jean-Baptiste
- Saint-Marc-sur-Richelieu
- Saint-Mathieu-de-Beloeil
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed by a selection committee after file compliance is verified
- The committee recommends projects to the MRCVR Council for final approval
- Approved projects require a formal agreement with the MRCVR
- Recipients must provide a results report and supporting documents after the project ends
- Any project changes must be approved by the cultural development advisor
Additional information
- The Cultural Development Fund was established in 2012, with interruptions in 2016 and 2017.
- The current project submission period runs from December 8, 2025, to February 8, 2026.
- The fund operates through an agreement with the Ministry of Culture and Communications (MCC).
- Applicants are required to submit all mandatory documents alongside the project submission form.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Cultural Development Fund Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Cultural Development Fund. 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 Cultural Development Fund?
The Cultural Development Fund of the MRC de La Vallée-du-Richelieu provides support for cultural projects that are new or include an innovative element. The maximum funding amount is 75% of eligible project costs, and projects may focus on promotion, cultural mediation, social cohesion, entrepreneurship, or environmental themes.
What is the deadline to apply?
The application deadline for this grant program was February 8, 2026.
Who is eligible for the Cultural Development Fund program?
To be eligible for the Cultural Development Fund program, you must:
New or innovative cultural project
Project in the MRCVR territory
Eligible local applicant
What expenses are eligible under Cultural Development Fund?
Promotion and enhancement of local and regional cultural offerings
Partnership and collaboration projects between cultural organizations and artists
Intersectoral projects linking culture with agriculture, community, education, health, or business
Projects in cultural mediation, heritage promotion, or social cohesion
Environmental or eco-design projects related to culture
Who can I contact for more information about the Cultural Development Fund?
You can contact RCM Vallée-Du-Richelieu by email at dev.culturel@mrcvr.ca.
Where is the Cultural Development Fund available?
The Cultural Development Fund program is available Montérégie, Quebec.
Is the Cultural Development Fund a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Cultural Development Fund is a Grant and Funding