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Culture Projects for Youth Mental Health
Closed culture initiative for youth mental health
Funding available
$ 30,000
Deadline
June 15, 2026
Opened May 4, 2026
Location
Quebec, Canada
Overview
S’UNIR POUR UN MIEUX-ÊTRE COLLECTIF is a Québec initiative supporting cultural projects for youth aged 12 to 18 and their mental health, and the call for projects is now closed. It focuses on active youth participation, cultural activities, and positive mental health impact.
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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 : 30,000 $
- Up to 75% of project cost
Funds Providers
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Quebec
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
- Cultural projects designed to positively affect youth mental health
- Activities requiring active participation from youth aged 12 to 18
- Concerted regional cultural initiatives
Documents Needed
- Project schedule form
- Targeted CVs of the project team
- Most recent financial statements
- Partner commitment letters, if applicable
- Board resolution naming the applicant's authorized representative
- Signed conditions of grant document
- Two reference or appreciation letters for non-registered applicants
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Registered Culture-Éducation organizations
- Professional cultural organizations
- Public libraries
- Indigenous organizations and committees
- Community organizations serving youth
Who is not eligible
- For-profit businesses
- Private companies
- Private corporations
Eligible expenses
- Labor costs, including benefits
- Materials and supplies
- Venue or equipment rental
- Consulting fees
- Travel costs
- Promotion and dissemination costs
- Administration and contingency costs
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Costs incurred before Ministry approval
- Equipment purchases such as stage equipment, computers, musical instruments, music stands, or cameras
- Activities held during school hours for students
- Routine operating costs
- Land or building acquisition costs
- Legal fees and criminal record checks
Eligible geographic areas
- All regions of Quebec
Selection criteria
- Overall project quality (24%)
- Fit with the organization's mission (9%)
- Fit with the Ministry's areas of intervention (9%)
- Team experience and skills (12%)
- Youth participation in cultural activities (12%)
- Realistic timeline and budget forecast (12%)
- Expected impacts on the target group (19%)
- Contribution to sustainable development goals (3%)
How to apply
- Step 1: Register in di@pason
- Create or update the partner client profile.
- Complete registration before the deadline.
- Step 2: Prepare the application
- Complete the online form.
- Gather the required supporting documents.
- Step 3: Submit online
- File the application through di@pason during the call for projects.
- Step 4: Follow up if requested
- Provide any additional information or documents requested by the Ministry.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed by the Ministry, with external expertise used if needed.
- Only complete and accurate files move to evaluation.
- Eligible applications are assessed against program criteria.
- Funding is granted only after admissibility and evaluation are passed.
- An agreement governs the aid and must be respected.
Additional information
- The call for projects is now closed.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Culture Projects for Youth Mental Health Program
What is the Culture Projects for Youth Mental Health?
S’UNIR POUR UN MIEUX-ÊTRE COLLECTIF is a Québec initiative supporting cultural projects for youth aged 12 to 18 and their mental health, and the call for projects is now closed. It focuses on active youth participation, cultural activities, and positive mental health impact.
How much funding can be received?
Culture Projects for Youth Mental Health Funds up to 75% of admissible expenses, capped at $30,000 per project.
What is the deadline to apply?
The application deadline for this grant program was June 15, 2026.
Who is eligible for the Culture Projects for Youth Mental Health program?
To be eligible for the Culture Projects for Youth Mental Health program, you must:
Eligible cultural or community organization
Project for ages 12-18
Project carried out in Quebec
What expenses are eligible under Culture Projects for Youth Mental Health?
Cultural projects designed to positively affect youth mental health
Activities requiring active participation from youth aged 12 to 18
Concerted regional cultural initiatives
Who can I contact for more information about the Culture Projects for Youth Mental Health?
You can contact Quebec Ministry of Culture and Communications (MCC) by email at none or by phone at none.
Where is the Culture Projects for Youth Mental Health available?
The Culture Projects for Youth Mental Health program is available the province of Quebec.