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Emergent Need Grants
Last Update: February 4, 2026
Quebec, Canada
Financial support for urgent, time-sensitive initiatives
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Overview
Emergent Need Grants offer organizations up to $10,000 to address urgent and time-sensitive needs. These grants support initiatives that fall outside the routine application window and require prompt action to manage unforeseen circumstances or critical issues.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
Increasing community impact
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 10,000 $
Timeline
- Open Date : February 3, 2026
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Quebec
Legal structures
- Non-profit
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Social Services
Target groups
- All the groups
Revenue structures
- 100% donations / grants
Scope
- Provincial
Activities funded
- Implementing immediate responses to emergent community issues.
- Addressing unforeseen crises requiring quick action.
- Modifying ongoing programs to respond to urgent needs.
Examples of admissible projects:
$ 7,500
Implementing new automation technology to improve manufacturing processes
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Organizations with urgent projects requiring immediate funding.
How to apply
Begin application at any time after April 1 or at the end of the Community Grants cycle in spring.Prepare a clear description of the urgent need and project activities.Submit the request online or through the designated application process.Await review and decision, which will be communicated within approximately 35 days.
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