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Data standardization support program - Quebec - Canada
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Data standardization support program

Supports data standardization for Quebec cultural organizations
Gouvernment of Québec
Last Update: March 4, 2026
Funding available
$ 50,000
Timeline
  • Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Quebec, Canada

Overview

The Data Standardization Support Program provides up to $50,000 in funding to help cultural organizations update and standardize their databases according to sector-recognized norms. The program supports activities such as acquiring data management tools or upgrading existing databases to improve the discoverability of Quebec's cultural content.

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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.

At a glance

Funding available

Financing goals
  • Increase performance through digital transformation
  • Develop workforce skills
Eligible Funding
  • Maximum amount : 50,000 $
  • Up to 90% of project cost
Timeline
  • Receipt of requests is now closed

Eligible candidates

Eligible Industries
  • Information and cultural industries
Location
  • Quebec
Legal structures
  • Non-profit
  • Public or Parapublic institution
  • For-profit business
  • Non-financial cooperative
Annual revenue
  • All revenue ranges
Organisation size
  • All organization sizes
Audience
  • Rural or Northern Residents
  • Canadians
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
  • Culture and Arts
Target groups
  • Business owners / entrepreneurs
  • Artists / creatives
Revenue structures
  • All structures
Scope
  • Provincial

Next steps

1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility

Activities funded

  • Upgrading existing data systems to conform to one of the four recognized sectoral standards (MétaMusique, Arts de la scène, Cinema, Book for publishers).
  • Implementing new data management tools for organizing and classifying descriptive data based on recognized standards.
  • Adjusting the structure of current databases to ensure compatibility with recognized data description standards.

Eligibility

Who is eligible?

  • Non-profit organizations incorporated under Quebec or Canadian law
  • Cooperatives constituted under Quebec or Canadian statutes
  • For-profit private companies incorporated under Quebec or Canadian law

Who is not eligible

  • Individuals operating sole proprietorships.
  • Government departments, health and education institutions, and other organizations governed by Quebec's Financial Administration Act.
  • Universities and research centers.
  • Applicants listed in the Register of Enterprises Ineligible for Public Contracts, including their subcontractors.
  • Companies declared bankrupt, insolvent, or under bankruptcy protection arrangements.

Eligible expenses

  • Costs related to the design, development, acquisition, or adaptation of equipment, technology, or tools for the project.
  • Subcontracting fees and professional service fees (including consultants).
  • Study and consulting expertise costs.
  • Training expenses for staff involved in the project.
  • Labour costs, including employee benefits, directly related to the project.
  • Administrative costs, up to a maximum of 5% of total eligible expenses.
  • Contingency expenses, up to a maximum of 10% of total eligible expenses.

Eligible geographic areas

  • Organizations with their head office located in Quebec.

Additional information

  • The program standard is effective from September 4, 2024, to October 18, 2027.
  • Recipients must submit a project report no later than three months following project completion using the Ministry's provided template.
  • A follow-up on project results is required 12 months after project completion via a Ministry-issued questionnaire.
  • The Ministry may audit grant allocation and usage at any time.

Contacts

culturenumerique@mcc.gouv.qc.ca

Frequently Asked Questions about the Data standardization support program Program

Here are answers to the most common questions about the Data standardization 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 Data standardization support program?

The Data Standardization Support Program provides up to $50,000 in funding to help cultural organizations update and standardize their databases according to sector-recognized norms. The program supports activities such as acquiring data management tools or upgrading existing databases to improve the discoverability of Quebec's cultural content.

How much funding can be received?

Data standardization support program Funds up to 90% of admissible expenses, capped at $50,000 per project.

Who is eligible for the Data standardization support program program?

To be eligible for the Data standardization support program program, you must: Be a for-profit business incorporated under Quebec or Canadian law Be headquartered in Quebec Majority owned by Canadian citizens or permanent residents fiscally domiciled in Quebec

What expenses are eligible under Data standardization support program?

Upgrading existing data systems to conform to one of the four recognized sectoral standards (MétaMusique, Arts de la scène, Cinema, Book for publishers). Implementing new data management tools for organizing and classifying descriptive data based on recognized standards. Adjusting the structure of current databases to ensure compatibility with recognized data description standards.

Who can I contact for more information about the Data standardization support program?

You can contact Gouvernment of Québec by email at culturenumerique@mcc.gouv.qc.ca.

Where is the Data standardization support program available?

The Data standardization support program program is available the province of Quebec.

Is the Data standardization support program a grant, loan, or tax credit?

Data standardization support program is a Grant and Funding

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