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Financial assistance for the development of the Green Route and its regional branches
Support for Route verte cycling infrastructure
Offered by
Funding available
$ 225,000
Deadline
October 9, 2026
Opened August 31, 2026
Location
Quebec, Canada
Overview
Financial support for the development of the Route verte and its regional branches. It supports new cycling infrastructure projects that improve network connectivity, safety, and active transport.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Enhance an existing program
- Implement environmental initiatives
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 225,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Funds Providers
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Quebec
Legal structures
- Public or Parapublic institution
- Non-profit
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Other Recreation and Social Clubs
- Environment
- Civic and Advocacy Organizations
Target groups
- All the groups
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- Regional
- Provincial
- National
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Availability timeline
2026
Periods: 3
Activities funded
- Building new cycling paths and multi-use trails
- Improving existing cycling infrastructure
- Maintaining Route verte segments and branches
- Restoring cyclist passage after force majeure
Documents Needed
- Application form
- Project description with location plan
- Signalization plan
- Financing plan
- Signed municipal resolution
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Municipalities and MRCs
- Metropolitan communities and borough councils
- Indigenous communities represented by a band council
- Nordic villages and the Kativik Regional Government
- Mandated nonprofit organizations
Who is not eligible
- Organizations or subcontractors listed in the RENA register
- Applicants who failed to meet prior funding obligations after formal notice
Eligible expenses
- Land acquisition and easements
- Site preparation, clearing and earthworks
- Plans and specifications
- Construction, maintenance, and repair contracts
- Materials, equipment rental, and signalization
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Parking for cars
- Urban furniture not exclusive to users
- Promotion and animation activities
- Costs from RENA-listed suppliers
- Non-compliant legal or administrative expenses
Eligible geographic areas
- Quebec
Selection criteria
- Continuity
- Safety improvement
- Strategic importance
- Asset preservation
- Cost-effectiveness and coordination
How to apply
- Submit the funding application through the online submission system.
- Submit the application no later than the deadline set by the call for proposals.
- Submit a complete, clear application based on accurate data by the deadline of the call for proposals.
- Respond within the following two weeks to any request from the Minister for new or corrected documents.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed after the call for projects closes.
- Projects are evaluated and ranked using program criteria.
- Applicants receive written notice of the decision.
- Selected projects require a signed commitment before payment.
- Final payment depends on approved reporting and supporting documents.
Additional information
- The program is part of Veloce III.
- Applications were submitted through the PES online portal.
- A signed municipal resolution is required for the file.
- Projects had to be complete and accurate at the deadline.
Contacts
Other components of this program
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- Financial assistance for restoring cyclist passageFunding to restore cyclist access after force majeure
Frequently Asked Questions about the Financial assistance for the development of the Green Route and its regional branches Program
What is the Financial assistance for the development of the Green Route and its regional branches?
Financial support for the development of the Route verte and its regional branches. It supports new cycling infrastructure projects that improve network connectivity, safety, and active transport.
How much funding can be received?
Financial assistance for the development of the Green Route and its regional branches Funds up to 50% of admissible expenses, capped at $225,000 per project.
What is the deadline to apply?
The application deadline for this grant program is October 9, 2026. Applicants must submit their complete application before this date to be considered for funding.
Who is eligible for the Financial assistance for the development of the Green Route and its regional branches program?
To be eligible for the Financial assistance for the development of the Green Route and its regional branches program, you must:
Eligible public body or mandated nonprofit.
Project aligned with Route verte planning.
Project completed within the funding period.
What expenses are eligible under Financial assistance for the development of the Green Route and its regional branches?
Building new cycling paths and multi-use trails
Improving existing cycling infrastructure
Maintaining Route verte segments and branches
Restoring cyclist passage after force majeure
Who can I contact for more information about the Financial assistance for the development of the Green Route and its regional branches?
You can contact Government of Québec by email at transport_actif@transports.gouv.qc.ca or by phone at 418 266-6647.
Where is the Financial assistance for the development of the Green Route and its regional branches available?
The Financial assistance for the development of the Green Route and its regional branches program is available the province of Quebec.