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Financial Assistance for the Interconnection and Integration of Public Transit Services
Funding for integrated public transit solutions
Last Update: May 6, 2026
Funding available
$ 1,500,000
Timeline
- Closing date : October 31, 2026
Location
Bas-Saint-Laurent, Saguenay–Lac-Saint-Jean, Capitale-Nationale, Mauricie, Estrie, Montréal, Outaouais, Abitibi-Témiscamingue, Côte-Nord, Nord-du-Québec, Gaspésie–Îles-de-la-Madeleine, Chaudière-Appalaches, Lanaudière, Laurentides, Montérégie, Centre-du-Québec, Quebec, Canada
Overview
This program supports public transit integration and interconnection across Quebec. It funds feasibility studies, technology deployment, and regional fare reductions for coordinated mobility services.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase performance through digital transformation
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Develop a new program or service
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 1,500,000 $
- Up to 75% of project cost
Timeline
- Closing date : October 31, 2026
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Public administration
Location
- Bas-Saint-Laurent, Saguenay–Lac-Saint-Jean, Capitale-Nationale, Mauricie, Estrie, Montréal, Outaouais, Abitibi-Témiscamingue, Côte-Nord, Nord-du-Québec, Gaspésie–Îles-de-la-Madeleine, Chaudière-Appalaches, Lanaudière, Laurentides, Montérégie, Centre-du-Québec
- 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
- Feasibility studies for integrated mobility tools.
- Deployment of technology platforms for Mobility as a Service.
- Regional fare reduction agreements for monthly passes.
Documents Needed
- Application form for the relevant section.
- Resolution authorizing the application and requested aid amount.
- Project description and implementation schedule.
- Financial plan and supporting budget documents.
- Agreement between partners, where applicable.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Municipal organizations and transit authorities in Quebec.
- Regional county municipalities (MRCs).
- Municipal transit companies and regional transport boards.
- Municipal groupings organizing public transit services.
- Intercity bus permit holders, for eligible intercity sections.
Who is not eligible
- Organizations listed in the RENA registry.
- Applicants with unresolved obligations under a previous ministry grant.
- Businesses or organizations in bankruptcy or insolvency.
Eligible expenses
- Professional fees for studies, planning, and project delivery.
- Staff salaries and related benefits for work directly tied to the project.
- Technology acquisition, development, and implementation costs.
- Administrative costs within program limits.
- Eligible operating or service delivery costs related to the supported transit project.
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Debt financing and loan repayment.
- Costs linked to infrastructure or capital assets, where excluded by the program section.
- Expenses from businesses listed in the RENA registry.
- Training and professional development costs, where excluded.
- Costs not directly related to the approved project.
Eligible geographic areas
- Quebec
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed against the program rules and section-specific requirements.
- Some sections are also assessed using evaluation criteria and minimum scores.
- Applicants are notified after the review, and an engagement must be signed before funding is paid.
- Payments are released in installments, subject to required reporting and supporting documents.
Additional information
- The beneficiary must publicly acknowledge the Government of Quebec’s support in communications.
- A formal engagement must be signed before any payment is made.
- Applicants must keep supporting records for five years where applicable.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Financial Assistance for the Interconnection and Integration of Public Transit Services Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Financial Assistance for the Interconnection and Integration of Public Transit Services. 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 Interconnection and Integration of Public Transit Services?
This program supports public transit integration and interconnection across Quebec. It funds feasibility studies, technology deployment, and regional fare reductions for coordinated mobility services.
How much funding can be received?
Financial Assistance for the Interconnection and Integration of Public Transit Services Funds up to 75% of admissible expenses, capped at $1,500,000 per project.
Who is eligible for the Financial Assistance for the Interconnection and Integration of Public Transit Services program?
To be eligible for the Financial Assistance for the Interconnection and Integration of Public Transit Services program, you must:
Eligible municipal or transit organization
Project must support transit integration
Application must fit the chosen section
What expenses are eligible under Financial Assistance for the Interconnection and Integration of Public Transit Services?
Feasibility studies for integrated mobility tools.
Deployment of technology platforms for Mobility as a Service.
Regional fare reduction agreements for monthly passes.
Who can I contact for more information about the Financial Assistance for the Interconnection and Integration of Public Transit Services?
You can contact Gouvernment of Québec by email at exploitationTC@transports.gouv.qc.ca or by phone at 418 266-6647.
Where is the Financial Assistance for the Interconnection and Integration of Public Transit Services available?
The Financial Assistance for the Interconnection and Integration of Public Transit Services program is available Bas-Saint-Laurent, Saguenay–Lac-Saint-Jean, Capitale-Nationale, Mauricie, Estrie, Montréal, Outaouais, Abitibi-Témiscamingue, Côte-Nord, Nord-du-Québec, Gaspésie–Îles-de-la-Madeleine, Chaudière-Appalaches, Lanaudière, Laurentides, Montérégie, Centre-du-Québec, Quebec.
Is the Financial Assistance for the Interconnection and Integration of Public Transit Services a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Financial Assistance for the Interconnection and Integration of Public Transit Services is a Partnering and Collaboration