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Financial Assistance Program to Promote Access to Justice
Supports access to justice projects in Québec
Last Update: May 15, 2026
Funding available
$ 300,000
Timeline
- Open continuously
Location
Quebec, Canada
Overview
Financial assistance supports projects that improve knowledge and use of Québec law and the justice system. Funding is available for access to justice initiatives, including service development, participatory justice, dispute resolution, and support for vulnerable citizens.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Raise awareness or mobilize a population
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 300,000 $
Timeline
- Open continuously
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Quebec
Legal structures
- Non-profit
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Emergency and Relief
Target groups
- All the groups
Revenue structures
- 100% donations / grants
Scope
- Provincial
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Projects that improve access to justice for the public
- Development or improvement of legal and support services
- Participatory justice and dispute prevention or resolution initiatives
- Support for citizens in vulnerable situations
- Research, information, education, and training related to access to justice
Documents Needed
- Completed and signed financial assistance application form
- Required supporting documents
- For legal persons established in the public interest: proof of authorization
- For other bodies: constituting act, by-laws, financial report, and annual activity report, where applicable
- For project-based applications: project description, objectives, and operations plan
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Persons
- Bodies
- Organizations promoting access to justice
- Public-interest legal and support organizations
Who is not eligible
- Government bodies
Eligible expenses
- Project costs linked to access to justice activities
- Operating expenses for service delivery
- Personnel assigned to the project
- Expenses tied to project implementation and outreach
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Government bodies are exempt from the regulation
Eligible geographic areas
Quebec
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed after submission.
- The Minister decides whether to grant or refuse financial assistance.
- Selected applicants must enter into a financial assistance agreement.
- Regular reports may be required to monitor progress and results.
Additional information
- Applications are submitted annually.
- Selected organizations must sign a financial assistance agreement.
- Regular progress reports may be required.
- Projects may involve several partner organizations, with one lead applicant.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Financial Assistance Program to Promote Access to Justice Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Financial Assistance Program to Promote Access to Justice. 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 to Promote Access to Justice?
Financial assistance supports projects that improve knowledge and use of Québec law and the justice system. Funding is available for access to justice initiatives, including service development, participatory justice, dispute resolution, and support for vulnerable citizens.
How much funding can be received?
Financial Assistance Program to Promote Access to Justice Funds up to $300,000 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Financial Assistance Program to Promote Access to Justice program?
To be eligible for the Financial Assistance Program to Promote Access to Justice program, you must:
Public access to justice project
Aligned with program priorities
Required documents submitted
What expenses are eligible under Financial Assistance Program to Promote Access to Justice?
Projects that improve access to justice for the public
Development or improvement of legal and support services
Participatory justice and dispute prevention or resolution initiatives
Support for citizens in vulnerable situations
Research, information, education, and training related to access to justice
Who can I contact for more information about the Financial Assistance Program to Promote Access to Justice?
You can contact Quebec Ministry of Justice by email at programmefaj@justice.gouv.qc.ca.
Where is the Financial Assistance Program to Promote Access to Justice available?
The Financial Assistance Program to Promote Access to Justice program is available the province of Quebec.
Is the Financial Assistance Program to Promote Access to Justice a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Financial Assistance Program to Promote Access to Justice is a Grant and Funding