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Financial Assistance Policy for Rural and Forestry Sectors
College programs and student support options
Last Update: April 27, 2026
Funding available
$ 18,000
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
La Tuque, Mauricie, Quebec, Canada
Overview
This program supports student aid and college pathways at Cégep de Shawinigan. It includes Tremplin DEC, nursing, and social sciences programs, with admission requirements and some access-related support.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Implement environmental initiatives
- Strengthen organizational capacity
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 18,000 $
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Construction
- Administrative and support, waste management and remediation services
Location
- La Tuque
- Mauricie
- Quebec
Legal structures
- Non-profit
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Economic, Social and Community Development
- Not Elsewhere Classified
Target groups
- Rural / Remote communities
Revenue structures
- Mixed revenue (<50% earned)
Scope
- Local
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Tremplin DEC pathway to complete prerequisites and general education courses.
- College programs in nursing and social sciences.
- Student pathways with internships and clinical or community learning components.
Documents Needed
- Copy of the organization’s letters patent
- Organization’s financial statements and budget
- Board resolution authorizing the project submission
- Map of the work site with photos
- Up-to-date member list, where applicable
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Cégep students
- Applicants to Tremplin DEC
- Applicants to Nursing
- Applicants to Social Sciences programs
Who is not eligible
- Projects not carried out through an association
- Applicants seeking funding for a new road or new road segment
- Projects already combined with another municipal funding source
Eligible expenses
- Materials, equipment rental, and heavy machinery with operator
- Professional fees for bridge or culvert work
- Debrushing contracts and project management fees
- Permit, authorization, and royalty fees
- Taxes may be included only as specified by the program
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Construction of a new road or new road segment
- Refundable portion of TPS and TVQ for tax-eligible organizations
- Travel, lodging, fuel, and personal equipment costs
Eligible geographic areas
- Shawinigan
- La Tuque
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed by the road committee.
- The committee may request additional information if needed.
- Eligible projects are recommended to elected officials for approval.
- Funding is paid after the final report is verified, and in some cases after a site inspection.
Additional information
- Applicants must be a legally formed association or in the process of becoming one.
- The association must be incorporated under the applicable law at the time of payment.
- Only one project may be submitted per promoter each year.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Financial Assistance Policy for Rural and Forestry Sectors Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Financial Assistance Policy for Rural and Forestry Sectors. 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 Policy for Rural and Forestry Sectors?
This program supports student aid and college pathways at Cégep de Shawinigan. It includes Tremplin DEC, nursing, and social sciences programs, with admission requirements and some access-related support.
How much funding can be received?
Financial Assistance Policy for Rural and Forestry Sectors Funds up to $18,000 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Financial Assistance Policy for Rural and Forestry Sectors program?
To be eligible for the Financial Assistance Policy for Rural and Forestry Sectors program, you must:
Meet admission requirements.
Program-specific prerequisites may apply.
Upgrading may be required.
What expenses are eligible under Financial Assistance Policy for Rural and Forestry Sectors?
Tremplin DEC pathway to complete prerequisites and general education courses.
College programs in nursing and social sciences.
Student pathways with internships and clinical or community learning components.
Who can I contact for more information about the Financial Assistance Policy for Rural and Forestry Sectors?
You can contact Ville de La Tuque by email at slepage@ville.latuque.qc.ca or by phone at 819 523-8200 poste 2612.
Where is the Financial Assistance Policy for Rural and Forestry Sectors available?
The Financial Assistance Policy for Rural and Forestry Sectors program is available Mauricie, Quebec.
Is the Financial Assistance Policy for Rural and Forestry Sectors a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Financial Assistance Policy for Rural and Forestry Sectors is a Grant and Funding