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Financial aid - cancer
Financial support for Quebec families with a sick child
Last Update: April 29, 2026
Funding available
$ 1,000
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Montréal, Quebec, Canada
Overview
Financial support for Quebec families whose child has cancer or a life-threatening illness. The program helps with income loss and provides aid through gift cards or direct bill payments, up to $1,000 per month.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop a new program or service
- Increase social or community impact
- Enhance an existing program
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 1,000 $
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Health care and social assistance
Location
- Montréal
- Quebec
Legal structures
- Non-profit
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Canadians
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Social Services
- Income Support and Maintenance
- Children and Youth Organizations
Target groups
- Children & youth
- Low-income individuals / families
Revenue structures
- 100% donations / grants
Scope
- Provincial
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Financial assistance for families of children with cancer or a life-threatening illness
- Support to help families cope with income loss caused by the child’s illness
- Ongoing family support and follow-up
Documents Needed
- Doctor’s letter confirming the diagnosis and upcoming treatments
- Proof of Canadian citizenship or permanent residence
- Supporting documents related to the application
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Families in Quebec
- Parents of children under 18 with cancer or a life-threatening illness
- Canadian citizens or permanent residents
Who is not eligible
- Families living outside Quebec
- Applicants without Canadian citizenship or permanent residence
- Families unable to show required medical proof
Eligible expenses
- Gift cards for groceries, fuel, pharmacy items, and everyday purchases
- Direct payment of household bills
Eligible geographic areas
- Quebec
Selection criteria
- Severity and medical status of the child’s illness
- Documented income loss linked to the diagnosis
- Completeness of the application and supporting documents
- Availability of budget under the program
How to apply
- Step 1: Complete the application form
- Fill out the financial aid request form.
- Use a computer if possible, as the form is long.
- Step 2: Gather supporting documents
- Prepare the doctor’s letter and all requested documents before submitting.
- Collect the information needed to complete the questionnaire.
- Step 3: Save and resume if needed
- Save your answers and continue later if necessary.
- Use the unique link sent by email to reopen the form.
- Step 4: Submit the request
- Send the completed application through the online form.
- Keep the confirmation link or email for your records.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed only once the required doctor’s letter and supporting documents are submitted.
- Decisions are made within the foundation’s available budget.
- If funding is not available, the request may be put on hold.
- Families admitted to the program receive regular follow-up.
Additional information
- Families may save and resume the application later.
- The application form is long and should be completed on a computer.
- Requests may be placed on hold if budget is unavailable.
- Support is available from the family services coordinator if needed.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Financial aid - cancer Program
What is the Financial aid - cancer?
Financial support for Quebec families whose child has cancer or a life-threatening illness. The program helps with income loss and provides aid through gift cards or direct bill payments, up to $1,000 per month.
How much funding can be received?
Financial aid - cancer Funds up to $1,000 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Financial aid - cancer program?
To be eligible for the Financial aid - cancer program, you must:
Child under 18 with cancer or severe illness
Quebec residents with income loss
Doctor’s letter and legal status required
What expenses are eligible under Financial aid - cancer?
Financial assistance for families of children with cancer or a life-threatening illness
Support to help families cope with income loss caused by the child’s illness
Ongoing family support and follow-up
Who can I contact for more information about the Financial aid - cancer?
You can contact Foundation of the Governors of Hope (FDGE) by email at karine@gouverneursdelespoir.org.
Where is the Financial aid - cancer available?
The Financial aid - cancer program is available Montréal, Quebec.
Is the Financial aid - cancer a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Financial aid - cancer is a Grant and Funding