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Funding available
$ 1,000 - $ 5,000
Deadline
September 10, 2026
Location
Canada
Who can apply
Artists, artisans, cultural workers and organizations, residents or non-residents, with cultural, artistic or heritage interests.
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Overview
The Cultural Fund supports, on the territory of the MRC de Bécancour, projects by artists, artisans, cultural workers and organizations, with assistance of 1 000 $ to 5 000 $ covering up to 80 % of eligible expenses. It aims to support structuring and diverse cultural initiatives for the benefit of MRC residents.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- No objectives are currently available
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 5,000 $
- Minimum amount : 1,000 $
- Up to 80% of project cost
Funds Providers
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Canada
Legal structures
- All legal structures
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
- Concrete projects, new projects or projects including one or more innovative elements in the work of the artist or organization.
Documents Needed
- The registration form.
- The latest annual financial statements, if applicable.
- A letter of intent or commitment from partners, if applicable.
- The CV and artistic approach of the artists involved, if applicable, as well as any other relevant document.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Artists, artisans, cultural workers and organizations, residents or non-residents, with cultural, artistic or heritage interests.
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Expenses already supported under another program from the MCC.
Eligible geographic areas
- Territory of the MRC de Bécancour
How to apply
- Fill out the registration form that will soon be available on the MRC de Bécancour website.
- Send the application to the cultural development officer no later than midnight on each deadline date, by email, by mail or by direct delivery.
- For direct delivery, come during opening hours.
Processing and Agreement
- Funding is paid in two installments, namely 70 % after the signing of the letter of commitment and 30 % following the analysis of the final report.
- The applicant must submit, within a maximum of 60 days following the end of the project, a report on the results, a detailed financial report, supporting documents and proof of compliance with the visibility rules.
- Failing to respect this commitment, the applicant may not submit a new project before 2 years.
- Any modification to the project must be validated with the cultural development advisor of the MRC de Bécancour.
Additional information
- The applicant must clearly indicate the contribution of public funds granted by the MRC and the MCC in the content disseminated, use the logos of the MRC de Bécancour and the Government of Quebec, and mention the Cultural Development Agreement in the main promotional documents; if the logo is not possible, they must at minimum mention the participation of the MRC and the MCC.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Cultural Fund Program
What is the Cultural Fund?
The Cultural Fund supports, on the territory of the MRC de Bécancour, projects by artists, artisans, cultural workers and organizations, with assistance of 1 000 $ to 5 000 $ covering up to 80 % of eligible expenses. It aims to support structuring and diverse cultural initiatives for the benefit of MRC residents.
How much funding can be received?
Cultural Fund Funds up to 80% of admissible expenses, capped at $5,000 per project.
Who is eligible for the Cultural Fund program?
To be eligible for the Cultural Fund program, you must:
Artists, artisans, cultural workers and organizations
Residents or non-residents, with cultural, artistic or heritage interests
What expenses are eligible under Cultural Fund?
Concrete projects, new projects or projects including one or more innovative elements in the work of the artist or organization.
Who can I contact for more information about the Cultural Fund?
You can contact MRC Bécancour (MRC) by email at j.wingen@mrcbecancour.qc.ca or by phone at 819 298-3300 poste 258.
Where is the Cultural Fund available?
The Cultural Fund program is available across Canada.
Who are the financial supporters of the Cultural Fund?
Cultural Fund is funded by MRC Bécancour (MRC)