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ÉcoPerformance — Energy management stream
Last Update: March 4, 2026
Quebec, Canada
Financial assistance for energy management systems in Quebec
Grant and Funding
Overview
Up to $310,000 to cover 75% of the costs of implementing an energy management system in order to reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Obtain certifications
- Reduce the ecological footprint
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 150,000 $
- Up to 75% of project cost
Timeline
- Open continuously
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Utilities
Location
- Quebec
Legal structures
- For-profit business
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Activities funded
The ÉcoPerformance energy management stream provides financial support for projects that implement and enhance energy management systems to improve overall energy efficiency and reduce greenhouse gas emissions. These projects are systematically aligned with international standards to optimize energy use across organizations or sites.
- Hiring an energy manager to oversee and implement energy systems.
- Providing training on energy management and ISO 50001 standards.
- Engaging external specialists for guidance in system implementation, conducting third-party audits, and achieving certification.
- Purchasing measurement equipment, sensors, and programming tools necessary for energy management.
- Obtaining ISO 50001 certification from an accredited certification body.
Examples of admissible projects:
$ 90,000
Implementing an energy management system at a local cooperative factory
$ 112,500
Creating an energy-efficient system for a restaurant chain
$ 105,000
Implementing energy-saving measures for a retail business
Eligibility
Eligibility for this grant is determined based on specific criteria related to the type of organization and compliance with particular standards.
- The applicant must be capable of implementing an energy management system aligned with ISO 50001 and the practical guidelines for energy management systems.
- An authorized signer, who appears in the Registre des entreprises du Québec (REQ) or has power of attorney, must complete and sign the necessary documents.
- An engineer signing off on project documents must be a member of the Ordre des ingénieurs du Québec (OIQ).
Who is eligible?
This grant supports organizations aiming to implement an energy management system that aligns with the principles of the international standard ISO 50001.
- Companies looking to hire an energy manager to improve efficiency.
- Organizations seeking training on energy management and ISO 50001 standards.
- Entities requiring external specialist consultancy for system implementation and third-party audits.
- Businesses planning to acquire measurement equipment and sensors for energy management.
- Applicants interested in obtaining ISO 50001 certification from an accredited certification body.
Eligible expenses
The grant covers specific expenses directly related to the implementation of an energy management system.
- Consulting fees for external specialists.
- Costs of purchasing measurement equipment.
Selection criteria
There are evaluation and selection criteria for this grant. The criteria include:
- Submission of complete application documents
- Compliance with program requirements
- Assessment of eligibility of expenses
- Confirmation of details through the aid agreement
How to apply
1
Preparation of documents
- Fill out the Financial Assistance Application Form.
- Complete tabs 1 and 3.1 of the form in Excel format.
- Sign and date the PDF financial assistance application form by an authorized signatory.
- Draft the Implementation Description of an energy management system, signed and dated by an engineer.
- Provide the Global Situation Assessment according to the 10 criteria of the energy management component, duly completed.
- Send the documents by email to transitionenergetique.affaires@mern.gouv.qc.ca.
2
Assessment of the request
- A program officer is assigned to evaluate the complete application.
- If the application meets the criteria, a date for eligibility of expenses will be communicated.
3
Confirmation of the terms
- Receive the document Confirmation of the conditions of the financial aid agreement to be completed.
- Receipt of a letter indicating the maximum amount of financial aid.
- Sign the financial aid agreement by both parties.
4
First payment
- Provide a dated and signed copy of the purchase order for the chosen company.
- Update the financial aid application form with the amounts and dates of the purchase orders and paid invoices.
- Receive 50% of the financial aid granted according to the terms of the financial aid agreement.
5
Implementation Report
- Submit the Energy Management System implementation report, signed by an engineer, within 24 months following the entry into force of the agreement.
- Update the Overall Situation Assessment.
- Update the application form with tabs 2 and 3.1 completed.
- Validation of compliance to receive the final payment.
6
Annual follow-up
- Provide an annual update with the financial aid application form, tab 2 completed.
- Participate in the annual follow-up conducted by the MELCCFP until the end of the agreement.
Additional information
Here are additional relevant details for this grant:
- The grant application requires signature and validation by an engineer who is a member of the Ordre des ingénieurs du Québec.
- The amount of financial aid is based on the current state of the energy management system and the objectives set out in the application.
- A signatory authorized in the Registre des entreprises du Québec must sign the application documents; otherwise, a proxy must be provided.
Documents and links
Contacts
transitionenergetique.affaires@mern.gouv.qc.ca
1-866-266-0008
