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Financial assistance for the development of the Green Route and its regional branches
Funding for cycling infrastructure development
Last Update: April 29, 2026
Funding available
$ 225,000
Timeline
- Closing date : November 26, 2025
Location
Quebec, Canada
Overview
Financial support for the development and upkeep of the Green Route network. It supports new cycling infrastructure, improvements to existing active transport routes, maintenance work, and emergency restoration of cyclist access.
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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
Timeline
- Closing date : November 26, 2025
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Public administration
Location
- Quebec
Legal structures
- All legal structures
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
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 and location plan
- Signalization plan
- Funding 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
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
Frequently Asked Questions about the Financial assistance for the development of the Green Route and its regional branches Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Financial assistance for the development of the Green Route and its regional branches. 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 Financial assistance for the development of the Green Route and its regional branches?
Financial support for the development and upkeep of the Green Route network. It supports new cycling infrastructure, improvements to existing active transport routes, maintenance work, and emergency restoration of cyclist access.
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.
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 Gouvernment 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.
Is the Financial assistance for the development of the Green Route and its regional branches a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Financial assistance for the development of the Green Route and its regional branches is a Grant and Funding