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Financial assistance for tourism festivals and events — Stream 3
Supports tourism festivals and event growth
Last Update: April 10, 2026
Funding available
$ 1,250,000
Timeline
- Open continuously
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, Laval, Lanaudière, Laurentides, Montérégie, Centre-du-Québec, Quebec, Canada
Overview
Support for tourism festivals and events in Quebec, with up to $300,000 for development and growth projects under Stream 3. It supports innovative initiatives that improve tourist performance, attendance, or tourism revenues.
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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
- Obtain certifications or accreditations
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 1,250,000 $
- Up to 25% of project cost
Timeline
- Open continuously
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Accommodation and food services
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, Laval, Lanaudière, Laurentides, Montérégie, Centre-du-Québec
- 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
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Culture and Arts
- Sports
- Other Recreation and Social Clubs
- Environment
- Economic, Social and Community Development
Target groups
- General public
- Business owners / entrepreneurs
- Artists / creatives
Revenue structures
- Mixed revenue (<50% earned)
- Mixed revenue (50%+ earned)
- Fee-for-service model
Scope
- Provincial
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Development of innovative initiatives
- Growth initiatives for an existing tourism festival or event
- Projects aimed at improving tourist performance, attendance, or tourism revenues
Documents Needed
- Detailed project description
- Complete financial plan for the project
- Breakdown of expected revenues and expenses
- Full breakdown of government contributions
- Applicant’s complete financial statements
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- For-profit organizations
- Non-profit organizations
- Cooperatives
- Municipal entities
- Recognized Indigenous communities or nations
- Groups made up of the above applicants
Who is not eligible
- State-owned companies
- Provincial or federal ministries and government agencies
- Organizations listed in the Register of Enterprises ineligible for public contracts (RENA)
- Applicants that failed to meet obligations after a previous financial aid notice
Eligible expenses
- Project-related costs for innovative development or growth initiatives
- Costs directly tied to the project and separated from Streams 1 or 2
- Multi-year project expenses, when broken down by year
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Additional costs caused by the presence of a renowned or international artist
- Event relocation costs
- Program renewal costs
- Event anniversary costs
Eligible geographic areas
- Quebec
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed by the Ministry under its management framework and rules.
- For Streams 3 and 4, applications are received continuously.
- Approved assistance is paid in cash, subject to available funds.
- Eligibility does not guarantee funding approval.
Additional information
- Stream 3 is currently suspended and is not accepting new applications.
- Existing beneficiaries do not need to submit a new application for an ongoing agreement.
- Applications for Streams 3 and 4 are received continuously, when open.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Financial assistance for tourism festivals and events — Stream 3 Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Financial assistance for tourism festivals and events — Stream 3. 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 3?
Support for tourism festivals and events in Quebec, with up to $300,000 for development and growth projects under Stream 3. It supports innovative initiatives that improve tourist performance, attendance, or tourism revenues.
How much funding can be received?
Financial assistance for tourism festivals and events — Stream 3 Funds up to 25% of admissible expenses, capped at $1,250,000 per project.
Who is eligible for the Financial assistance for tourism festivals and events — Stream 3 program?
To be eligible for the Financial assistance for tourism festivals and events — Stream 3 program, you must:
Already supported under Stream 1 or 2
Project must be innovative or growth-oriented
Operates legally in Quebec
What expenses are eligible under Financial assistance for tourism festivals and events — Stream 3?
Development of innovative initiatives
Growth initiatives for an existing tourism festival or event
Projects aimed at improving tourist performance, attendance, or tourism revenues
Who can I contact for more information about the Financial assistance for tourism festivals and events — Stream 3?
You can contact Gouvernment of Québec by email at festivals@tourisme.gouv.qc.ca or by phone at 418 643-5959, poste 73222.
Where is the Financial assistance for tourism festivals and events — Stream 3 available?
The Financial assistance for tourism festivals and events — Stream 3 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, Laval, Lanaudière, Laurentides, Montérégie, Centre-du-Québec, Quebec.
Is the Financial assistance for tourism festivals and events — Stream 3 a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Financial assistance for tourism festivals and events — Stream 3 is a Grant and Funding