Closed
Last Update: May 6, 2026
Funding available
$ 500 - $ 2,500
Timeline
- Closing date : March 27, 2026
Location
Chaudière-Appalaches, Quebec, Canada
Overview
This program supports cultural initiatives in the MRC des Etchemins, with a maximum funding amount of $2,500 per project. It helps fund one-time cultural projects such as workshops, performances, exhibitions, and community arts activities.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Develop a new program or service
- Increase social or community impact
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 2,500 $
- Minimum amount : 500 $
- Up to 80% of project cost
Timeline
- Closing date : March 27, 2026
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Information and cultural industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Location
- Chaudière-Appalaches
- Quebec
Legal structures
- Non-profit
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Culture and Arts
Target groups
- General public
- Artists / creatives
Revenue structures
- 100% donations / grants
Scope
- Regional
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- One-time cultural projects
- Arts, heritage, literary, visual arts, and craft activities
- Workshops, cultural tours, poetry events, and art circuits
- Cultural mediation and community arts initiatives
Documents Needed
- Completed and signed application form
- Project budget or financial plan
- Municipal council or board resolution authorizing the application
- Confirmation letters from external partners, if applicable
- Any other document deemed relevant to the application
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Non-profit organizations based in the MRC des Etchemins
- Municipal committees or organizations
- Cultural organizations and artists
- Individuals or groups living in the MRC des Etchemins
Who is not eligible
- Businesses or organizations seeking to fund regular operating costs
- Commercial creation workshops or business start-up projects
- Projects limited to a performance without cultural mediation or animation
- Training activities or conference participation
- Fundraising, sponsorship, or protocol events
Eligible expenses
- Professional fees and artist fees
- Equipment rental
- Consumable materials
- Project implementation and promotion costs
- Participant transportation costs
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Operating costs of an organization or business
- Durable equipment purchases
- Training or conference registration fees
- Book, brochure, or publication printing and publishing costs
- Debt service, loan repayment, and already completed projects
Eligible geographic areas
- MRC des Etchemins
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed by a three-member analysis committee.
- Projects are assessed using a weighted analysis grid.
- Applicants are notified of the decision by letter.
- The final decision is made by the management committee and is final.
- If approved, a protocol agreement is signed before funding is paid.
Additional information
- A protocol agreement is signed after approval.
- The recipient must acknowledge the funding in project communications.
- A final accountability report with proof of payment and photos is required.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Cultural Initiatives Support Program Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Cultural Initiatives Support Program. 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 Initiatives Support Program?
This program supports cultural initiatives in the MRC des Etchemins, with a maximum funding amount of $2,500 per project. It helps fund one-time cultural projects such as workshops, performances, exhibitions, and community arts activities.
How much funding can be received?
Cultural Initiatives Support Program Funds up to 80% of admissible expenses, capped at $2,500 per project.
Who is eligible for the Cultural Initiatives Support Program program?
To be eligible for the Cultural Initiatives Support Program program, you must:
Project aligned with program goals
Project located in MRC des Etchemins
Non-recurring cultural initiative
What expenses are eligible under Cultural Initiatives Support Program?
One-time cultural projects
Arts, heritage, literary, visual arts, and craft activities
Workshops, cultural tours, poetry events, and art circuits
Cultural mediation and community arts initiatives
Who can I contact for more information about the Cultural Initiatives Support Program?
You can contact MRC des Etchemins by email at mcparadis@mrcetchemins.qc.ca or by phone at 418-625-9000.
Where is the Cultural Initiatives Support Program available?
The Cultural Initiatives Support Program program is available Chaudière-Appalaches, Quebec.
Is the Cultural Initiatives Support Program a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Cultural Initiatives Support Program is a Grant and Funding