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Financial Assistance Program for the Development of Private Woodlots

Q: How much funding can be received?

There is no informations about how much funding can be received.

Q: What is the deadline to apply?

The deadline to apply is not specified.

Q: Who is eligible for the Financial Assistance Program for the Development of Private Woodlots program?

To be eligible for the Financial Assistance Program for the Development of Private Woodlots program, you must: • The applicant must be recognized as a forest producer and hold the certification attesting this status.

Q: Who can I contact for more information about the Financial Assistance Program for the Development of Private Woodlots?

You can contact Gouvernement du Québec.

Q: Where is the Financial Assistance Program for the Development of Private Woodlots available?

The Financial Assistance Program for the Development of Private Woodlots program is available the province of Quebec.

Last Update: October 27, 2025

QC, Canada

Financial and technical assistance to carry out forest management activities

Grant and Funding

Gouvernement du Québec

At a glance

Funding available

Financing goals

Reduce the ecological footprint

Eligible Funding

No Condition

Timeline

Open Date : November 14, 2019

Eligible candidates

Eligible Industries

Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting

Location

Quebec

Legal structures

For-profit business
Sole proprietorship

Annual revenue

All revenue ranges

Organisation size

All organization sizes

Audience

Rural or Northern Residents

Overview

Existing forestry companies in Quebec can get assistance in varying amounts for technical and silvicultural work and certification activities on private woodlots.

Activities funded

Application of approved silvicultural treatments to improve forest growth.
Execution of forest management practices adhering to technical guidelines.
Utilization of services from accredited forestry advisors for project implementation.

Examples of admissible projects:

$ 65,000

Implementing sustainable harvesting and replanting activities

$ 50,000

Conducting extensive harvesting operations in private forest areas

$ 28,000

Revitalizing small-scale private woodlots with targeted silvicultural treatments

$ 60,000

Executing a comprehensive forest management plan

$ 42,000

Planting native tree species to restore ecological balance

Eligibility

Eligibility for this grant requires the applicant to meet specific criteria.

The applicant must be recognized as a forest producer.
The applicant must hold a certificate attesting to their status as a forest producer.

Who is eligible?

This program is open to individuals recognized as forest producers who hold the appropriate certification attesting to their status as such.

Eligible expenses

This grant provides financial assistance for eligible forest management activities in private forests. The eligible expenses include:

Silvicultural treatments
Technical and execution costs for approved forestry treatments

Selection criteria

There are evaluation and selection criteria for this grant. The criteria include:

Recognition as a forest producer and possession of the required certificate

How to apply

Consultation with an accredited forestry advisor

Contact the regional agency for the development of private forests in your area to obtain the name of an accredited forestry advisor.

Development of the planning scheme

Work with the forestry advisor to develop a management plan that meets the program criteria.

Compilation of the required documents

Check and gather all necessary documents based on eligible silvicultural treatments.
Consult the Technical Reference Book for private forests to verify the eligibility of activities.

Submission of the application

Fill out the application form provided by the regional agency.
Attach all supporting documents to the form.

Transmission to the organism

Submit the completed application and documents to the relevant regional agency.

Additional information

Here are additional relevant details for this grant:

The grant process involves engagement with regional private forest development agencies responsible for managing the program.
A PDF guide with technical references for private forest management is available, detailing eligible activities and supportive procedures.
The investment rates and allocations are standardized across all regional agencies and updated annually.

Documents and links

Financial Assistance Program for the Development of Private Woodlots

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Frequently Asked Questions about the Financial Assistance Program for the Development of Private Woodlots Program

Here are answers to the most common questions about the Financial Assistance Program for the Development of Private Woodlots. 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 Program for the Development of Private Woodlots?

How much funding can be received?

What expenses are eligible under Financial Assistance Program for the Development of Private Woodlots?

This grant provides financial assistance and technical support for forest management activities in privately owned forests. The eligible projects focus on implementing diverse silvicultural treatments to enhance forest value and sustainability. Application of approved silvicultural treatments to improve forest growth. Execution of forest management practices adhering to technical guidelines. Utilization of services from accredited forestry advisors for project implementation.