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Estrie — FRR – Component 1
Supports regional projects for environment, tourism, and community vitality
Last Update: March 4, 2026
Funding available
$ 100,000
Timeline
- Closing date : December 1, 2025
Location
Estrie, Quebec, Canada
Overview
The Estrie — FRR Component 1 grant provides up to $758,500 in funding to support projects that advance environmental protection, climate change adaptation, tourism development, and community well-being in the Estrie region. Eligible activities include the preservation of natural habitats, promotion of sustainable tourism, enhancement of community services, and initiatives to reduce greenhouse gas emissions or support vulnerable populations.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Reduce environmental footprint
Eligible Funding
- Minimum amount : 100,000 $
- Up to 80% of project cost
Timeline
- Closing date : December 1, 2025
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Educational services
- Health care and social assistance
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Other services (except public administration)
- Public administration
Location
- Estrie
- Quebec
Legal structures
- Non-profit
- For-profit business
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Indigenous Peoples
- Rural or Northern Residents
- Canadians
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- All industries
Target groups
- All the groups
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- All dimensions
Next steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Projects that protect and enhance natural environments, including wetlands and water bodies.
- Initiatives aimed at developing community resilience and adaptation strategies to climate change.
- Efforts to reduce or mitigate greenhouse gas emissions in the region.
- Regional projects supporting the preservation, development, and sustainable management of recreational trails and tourism assets.
- Programs that improve access to essential local services and support the vitality and social inclusion within Estrie communities.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Non-profit organizations (OBNL)
- Other types of promoters (unspecified organizations eligible under program rules)
Eligible geographic areas
- Projects with impacts in at least two MRCs (regional county municipalities) in the Estrie region, Quebec.
- Projects involving an Indigenous community present in Estrie, Quebec.
Additional information
- Information sessions about the program are offered virtually on set dates for prospective applicants.
- Applicants are encouraged to consult the Applicant Guide for detailed rules and guidance.
- Attention should be given to the possibility of combining government assistance, as addressed in the guide’s annexes.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Estrie — FRR – Component 1 Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Estrie — FRR – Component 1. 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 Estrie — FRR – Component 1?
The Estrie — FRR Component 1 grant provides up to $758,500 in funding to support projects that advance environmental protection, climate change adaptation, tourism development, and community well-being in the Estrie region. Eligible activities include the preservation of natural habitats, promotion of sustainable tourism, enhancement of community services, and initiatives to reduce greenhouse gas emissions or support vulnerable populations.
How much funding can be received?
Estrie — FRR – Component 1 Funds up to 80% of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Estrie — FRR – Component 1 program?
To be eligible for the Estrie — FRR – Component 1 program, you must:
The project must generate benefits in at least two MRCs or one Indigenous community in Estrie, or be part of a set of regional projects with the same objective.
Eligible for non-profit organizations (up to 80% funding) and other promoters (up to 50% funding).
What expenses are eligible under Estrie — FRR – Component 1?
Projects that protect and enhance natural environments, including wetlands and water bodies.
Initiatives aimed at developing community resilience and adaptation strategies to climate change.
Efforts to reduce or mitigate greenhouse gas emissions in the region.
Regional projects supporting the preservation, development, and sustainable management of recreational trails and tourism assets.
Programs that improve access to essential local services and support the vitality and social inclusion within Estrie communities.
Who can I contact for more information about the Estrie — FRR – Component 1?
You can contact Table of MRCs in the Estrie region.
Where is the Estrie — FRR – Component 1 available?
The Estrie — FRR – Component 1 program is available Estrie, Quebec.
Is the Estrie — FRR – Component 1 a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Estrie — FRR – Component 1 is a Grant and Funding
