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Financial assistance for tourism festivals and events — Stream 2

Québec tourism festival and events financial assistance program
Gouvernment of Québec
Last Update: March 9, 2026
Funding available
$ 750,000
Timeline
  • Open Date : May 1, 2026
  • Closing date : May 31, 2026
Location
```, Quebec, Canada

Overview

The grant program aims to support the development and sustainability of tourism-related festivals and events in Quebec, with a focus on increasing visitor numbers and promoting regional vibrancy. Eligible activities include public events with a significant visitor turnout, and the maximum funding amount that can be granted is $750,000 per year.

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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.

At a glance

Funding available

Financing goals
  • Launch or market a product/service
Eligible Funding
  • Maximum amount : 750,000 $
  • Up to 50% of project cost
Timeline
  • Open Date : May 1, 2026
  • Closing date : May 31, 2026

Eligible candidates

Eligible Industries
  • Arts, entertainment and recreation
  • Accommodation and food services
Location
  • ```
  • Quebec
Legal structures
  • Non-profit
  • Public or Parapublic institution
  • For-profit business
  • Non-financial cooperative
Annual revenue
  • All revenue ranges
Organisation size
  • All organization sizes
Audience
  • Indigenous Peoples
  • Rural or Northern Residents
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
  • Culture and Arts
  • Environment
  • Economic, Social and Community Development
  • International Activities
Target groups
  • General public
  • Indigenous peoples
  • Rural / Remote communities
  • Business owners / entrepreneurs
  • Artists / creatives
Revenue structures
  • All structures
Scope
  • Municipal
  • Regional
  • Provincial
  • National
  • International

Next steps

1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility

Activities funded

The grant "Financial assistance for tourism festivals and events — Stream 2" supports various festivals and events that aim to enhance tourism in Quebec through cultural and recreational programming. These events are designed to attract significant local and international visitors, hence boosting the region's visibility and economic impact.

  • Festivals and events produced and held in Quebec with a minimum duration of 3 days.
  • Events organized according to a thematic and activity-based program.
  • Recurrent events that occur annually or biennially at the same location.
  • Public manifestations that significantly increase visitor traffic, including tourists and excursionists.
  • Events with a minimum eligible cost of $90,000.

Eligibility

Who is eligible?

Eligible organizations for this grant include for-profit organizations (OBL), non-profit organizations (OBNL), cooperatives, municipal entities, and recognized Indigenous communities or nations. Additionally, any grouping of the aforementioned types is also eligible. However, corporations, governments of Quebec or Canada, and organizations that have previously failed to meet obligations are excluded. All applicants must be legally constituted under Quebec or Canadian law and must operate in Quebec.

Who is not eligible

The grant program has certain exclusions in place for ineligible applicants based on their legal status and compliance history. These restrictions ensure that financial aid is provided to organizations that align with the grant's objectives and are in good standing.

  • State-owned enterprises, ministries, and agencies of the governments of Quebec or Canada.
  • Companies registered in the Register of Enterprises Ineligible for Public Contracts (RENA).
  • Applicant organizations that failed to meet their obligations after being duly notified within the past two years concerning previous financial aid.

Eligible expenses

The grant covers specific costs associated with the preparation, management, and execution of the event.

  • Costs of preparation and management of the event (limited to 25% of the total admissible costs for sections 1 and 4, and 40% for section 2 for festivals and events with a budget of $500,000 or more).
  • Programming costs.
  • Promotion, marketing, and communication costs.
  • Site and installation management costs.
  • Costs for products intended for resale.
  • Salaries and benefits of human resources linked to the event.
  • Sponsorships in goods and services, with costs audited (limited to 50% of the total admissible costs).
  • Costs related to obligations in sustainable and responsible development.

Eligible geographic areas

The grant is available to festivals and events that take place within the province of Quebec. Eligible locations are defined to enhance tourism development across various regions of Quebec.

  • Events held in any municipality within Quebec.
  • Festivals and events that promote tourism in regions such as Montreal, Quebec City, and other specified areas across Quebec.

Additional information

Here are additional relevant details for this grant:

  • For events supported under streams 1 and 2, financial assistance is granted for three years or until the program ends.
  • The collective sum of government assistance includes all support from governmental departments and agencies in Canada and Quebec, as well as municipal bodies.
  • Eligible costs include preparation and management costs of the event, but these are capped at different percentages depending on the stream.
  • Organizations with accumulated surpluses of more than 20% of their annual eligible costs must submit a plan for utilizing these surpluses within Quebec.
  • Organizations must demonstrate that the funded event is the sole beneficiary of any surpluses or external contributions.
  • Funding is subject to available budgets and each promoter is required to provide equity in the event's realization.

Contacts

festivals@tourisme.gouv.qc.ca

Frequently Asked Questions about the Financial assistance for tourism festivals and events — Stream 2 Program

Here are answers to the most common questions about the Financial assistance for tourism festivals and events — Stream 2. 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 tourism festivals and events — Stream 2?

The grant program aims to support the development and sustainability of tourism-related festivals and events in Quebec, with a focus on increasing visitor numbers and promoting regional vibrancy. Eligible activities include public events with a significant visitor turnout, and the maximum funding amount that can be granted is $750,000 per year.

How much funding can be received?

Financial assistance for tourism festivals and events — Stream 2 Funds up to 50% of admissible expenses, capped at $750,000 per project.

Who is eligible for the Financial assistance for tourism festivals and events — Stream 2 program?

To be eligible for the Financial assistance for tourism festivals and events — Stream 2 program, you must: Eligible applicants include for-profit organizations, non-profit organizations, cooperatives, municipal entities, recognized Indigenous communities or nations, and any combination of these groups. The organization must be legally constituted under Quebec or Canadian laws and conduct business in Quebec.

What expenses are eligible under Financial assistance for tourism festivals and events — Stream 2?

The grant "Financial assistance for tourism festivals and events — Stream 2" supports various festivals and events that aim to enhance tourism in Quebec through cultural and recreational programming. These events are designed to attract significant local and international visitors, hence boosting the region's visibility and economic impact. Festivals and events produced and held in Quebec with a minimum duration of 3 days. Events organized according to a thematic and activity-based program. Recurrent events that occur annually or biennially at the same location. Public manifestations that significantly increase visitor traffic, including tourists and excursionists. Events with a minimum eligible cost of $90,000.

Who can I contact for more information about the Financial assistance for tourism festivals and events — Stream 2?

You can contact Gouvernment of Québec by email at festivals@tourisme.gouv.qc.ca.

Where is the Financial assistance for tourism festivals and events — Stream 2 available?

The Financial assistance for tourism festivals and events — Stream 2 program is available ```, Quebec.

Is the Financial assistance for tourism festivals and events — Stream 2 a grant, loan, or tax credit?

Financial assistance for tourism festivals and events — Stream 2 is a Grant and Funding

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