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Cultural Projects for School-age Youth Component
Funding for Indigenous youth cultural projects
Last Update: April 29, 2026
Funding available
$ 50,000
Timeline
- Closing date : May 17, 2024
Location
Quebec, Canada
Overview
This program supports Indigenous cultural development projects for school-age youth. It can provide up to $50,000 to fund activities that promote Indigenous cultures and include public communication of results.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Enhance an existing program
- Strengthen organizational capacity
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 50,000 $
- Up to 75% of project cost
Timeline
- Closing date : May 17, 2024
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Information and cultural industries
- Educational services
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Location
- Quebec
Legal structures
- All legal structures
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Indigenous Peoples
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Cultural activities for Indigenous school-age youth
- Projects that promote Indigenous cultures
- Initiatives with public communication of activities and results
Documents Needed
- Project schedule
- Project description and goals
- Detailed project budget
- Most recent financial statements, for organizations
- Board resolution authorizing the application
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Non-profit organizations
- Cooperatives
- Public authorities
- Indigenous organizations, companies, or community groups
- Indigenous educational, cultural, recreational, or community centres
Who is not eligible
- Individuals
- For-profit organizations
- Governmental organizations
- Non-Indigenous organizations without an Indigenous partnership
- Applicants registered in RENA or in default on previous Québec financial assistance obligations
Eligible expenses
- Labour costs, including benefits
- Rental of property or equipment
- Purchase of materials or equipment
- Consulting and reporting fees
- Advertising, travel, and administration costs
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Expenses incurred before official project acceptance
- Awards, scholarships, and gala events
- Routine operating activities of the organization
- Fixed assets and leasehold improvements
Eligible geographic areas
- Quebec
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed by the Ministère, with external expertise used if needed
- Requests may be found ineligible if incomplete or inaccurate
- The applicant may need to correct deficiencies during the review period
- An agreement must be signed before payment is made
- Accountability reporting is required after completion or at the end of the project
Additional information
- The program is divided into three components.
- Applications are normally submitted online through the Diapason service.
- Paper applications may be submitted on request.
- Applications must follow the annual dates set by the Ministère.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Cultural Projects for School-age Youth Component Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Cultural Projects for School-age Youth Component. 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 Projects for School-age Youth Component?
This program supports Indigenous cultural development projects for school-age youth. It can provide up to $50,000 to fund activities that promote Indigenous cultures and include public communication of results.
How much funding can be received?
Cultural Projects for School-age Youth Component Funds up to 75% of admissible expenses, capped at $50,000 per project.
Who is eligible for the Cultural Projects for School-age Youth Component program?
To be eligible for the Cultural Projects for School-age Youth Component program, you must:
Non-profit legal entity in Quebec
Indigenous youth-focused cultural project
Previous grant obligations met
What expenses are eligible under Cultural Projects for School-age Youth Component?
Cultural activities for Indigenous school-age youth
Projects that promote Indigenous cultures
Initiatives with public communication of activities and results
Where is the Cultural Projects for School-age Youth Component available?
The Cultural Projects for School-age Youth Component program is available the province of Quebec.
Is the Cultural Projects for School-age Youth Component a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Cultural Projects for School-age Youth Component is a Grant and Funding
Who are the financial supporters of the Cultural Projects for School-age Youth Component?
Cultural Projects for School-age Youth Component is funded by Gouvernment of Québec