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Digital adaptation of written news media organizations — Stream A: Studies and diagnostics phase
Supports digital transformation planning for news media
Last Update: May 14, 2026
Funding available
$ 50,000
Timeline
- Closing date : September 25, 2025
Location
Bas-Saint-Laurent, Saguenay–Lac-Saint-Jean, Capitale-Nationale, Mauricie, Estrie, Montréal, Outaouais, Abitibi-Témiscamingue, Côte-Nord, Nord-du-Québec, Gaspésie–Îles-de-la-Madeleine, Chaudière-Appalaches, Laval, Lanaudière, Laurentides, Montérégie, Centre-du-Québec, Quebec, Canada
Overview
This program supports the digital adaptation of written news media organizations through studies, diagnostics, and project implementation. Maximum support reaches $50,000 per project in Stream A, with eligible activities focused on strategic planning and digital transformation.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase performance through digital transformation
- Improve governance or administrative structure
- Develop an online presence
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 50,000 $
- Up to 65% of project cost
Timeline
- Closing date : September 25, 2025
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Information and cultural industries
Location
- Bas-Saint-Laurent, Saguenay–Lac-Saint-Jean, Capitale-Nationale, Mauricie, Estrie, Montréal, Outaouais, Abitibi-Témiscamingue, Côte-Nord, Nord-du-Québec, Gaspésie–Îles-de-la-Madeleine, Chaudière-Appalaches, Laval, Lanaudière, Laurentides, Montérégie, Centre-du-Québec
- Quebec
Legal structures
- All legal structures
Annual revenue
- $ 10,000,000 maximum revenue
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Study of the organization’s market position
- Business diagnosis or assessment
- Strategic planning or action plan development
- Business plan preparation
Documents Needed
- Project description and justification document
- Detailed budget forecasts
- Targeted CVs of the project team
- Most recent financial statements
- Signed funding conditions form
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Written news media companies
- Printed news media organizations
- Digital news media organizations
Who is not eligible
- Community media
- Radio and television stations
- Media focused on specialized, ethnic, religious, or association topics
- Opinion media
- Municipal newspapers
- Professional associations and unions
- Organizations listed in the public contracts ineligibility register (RENA)
Eligible expenses
- Labour costs directly tied to the project
- Consulting and external expertise fees
- Subcontracting costs
- Travel expenses under Quebec public-sector rates
- Administration and contingency costs within the allowed limits
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Debt financing or loan repayment
- Financing of a project already completed
- Equipment, land, or building acquisition
- Recurring operating expenses
- Legal fees
Eligible geographic areas
- Quebec
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed by the ministry.
- External experts may be consulted.
- Eligible applications are assessed against program objectives and selection criteria.
- Approved applicants receive confirmation before funding is paid.
- A signed funding agreement applies, with accountability and reporting requirements.
Additional information
- The ministry can assist applicants before submission.
- Once submitted, major changes are no longer allowed without returning to the ministry.
- The program uses the di@pason online portal.
- Applicants must keep their profile information up to date.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Digital adaptation of written news media organizations — Stream A: Studies and diagnostics phase Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Digital adaptation of written news media organizations — Stream A: Studies and diagnostics phase. 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 Digital adaptation of written news media organizations — Stream A: Studies and diagnostics phase?
This program supports the digital adaptation of written news media organizations through studies, diagnostics, and project implementation. Maximum support reaches $50,000 per project in Stream A, with eligible activities focused on strategic planning and digital transformation.
How much funding can be received?
Digital adaptation of written news media organizations — Stream A: Studies and diagnostics phase Funds up to 65% of admissible expenses, capped at $50,000 per project.
Who is eligible for the Digital adaptation of written news media organizations — Stream A: Studies and diagnostics phase program?
To be eligible for the Digital adaptation of written news media organizations — Stream A: Studies and diagnostics phase program, you must:
Legally constituted and registered
Quebec-based or serving Quebec
Written news media operations
What expenses are eligible under Digital adaptation of written news media organizations — Stream A: Studies and diagnostics phase?
Study of the organization’s market position
Business diagnosis or assessment
Strategic planning or action plan development
Business plan preparation
Who can I contact for more information about the Digital adaptation of written news media organizations — Stream A: Studies and diagnostics phase?
You can contact Government of Québec by email at paanepie@gouv.qc.ca or by phone at none.
Where is the Digital adaptation of written news media organizations — Stream A: Studies and diagnostics phase available?
The Digital adaptation of written news media organizations — Stream A: Studies and diagnostics phase program is available Bas-Saint-Laurent, Saguenay–Lac-Saint-Jean, Capitale-Nationale, Mauricie, Estrie, Montréal, Outaouais, Abitibi-Témiscamingue, Côte-Nord, Nord-du-Québec, Gaspésie–Îles-de-la-Madeleine, Chaudière-Appalaches, Laval, Lanaudière, Laurentides, Montérégie, Centre-du-Québec, Quebec.
Is the Digital adaptation of written news media organizations — Stream A: Studies and diagnostics phase a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Digital adaptation of written news media organizations — Stream A: Studies and diagnostics phase is a Other Support