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Financial assistance for tourism festivals and events — Stream 4 - Quebec - Canada
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Financial assistance for tourism festivals and events — Stream 4

Support for Quebec tourism festivals and events
Government of Québec
Last Update: June 9, 2026
Funding available
$ 1,000,000
Timeline
  • Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Quebec, Canada

Overview

The program supports festivals and tourism events that help position Quebec as a national and international destination. Maximum funding reaches $1.25M per year for Volet 1 and $2M for Volet 4, with support for eligible events and development projects.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.

At a glance

Funding available

Financing goals
  • Reduce environmental footprint
  • Access new markets
  • Launch or market a product/service
Eligible Funding
  • Maximum amount : 1,000,000 $
  • Up to 25% of project cost
Timeline
  • Receipt of requests is now closed

Eligible candidates

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

Next Steps

1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility

Activities funded

  • Major tourism festivals and events.
  • Tourism-scale festivals and events.
  • Development and growth projects for supported events.
  • One-time, non-recurring national or international events.

Documents Needed

  • Detailed project or event description.
  • Complete financial plan with projected expenses and revenues.
  • Full breakdown of government contributions.

Eligibility

Who is eligible?

  • For-profit organizations.
  • Non-profit organizations.
  • Cooperatives.
  • Municipal entities.
  • Recognized Indigenous communities or nations.

Who is not eligible

  • State-owned corporations, ministries, and government bodies of Quebec or Canada.
  • Businesses listed in the Register of businesses not eligible for public contracts (RENA).
  • Organizations that failed to meet obligations under a previous financial aid award within the last two years.

Eligible expenses

  • Event preparation and management costs.
  • Programming, promotion, marketing, and communications.
  • Site and facilities management costs.
  • Resale products, salaries, and benefits tied to the event.
  • Eligible in-kind sponsorships and sustainability-related costs.

Ineligible Costs and Activities

  • Infrastructure projects.
  • Working capital, debt service, operating losses, capital losses, and capital buybacks.
  • Costs and activities not directly related to the event.

Eligible geographic areas

  • Quebec

Processing and Agreement

  • Applications are reviewed by the Ministry of Tourism under its management rules.
  • Complete files are required for Volets 1 and 2 during the call for projects.
  • Volets 3 and 4 are accepted on an ongoing basis.
  • Eligibility does not guarantee funding approval.

Additional information

  • Volet 3 is suspended and is not accepting new applications.
  • Existing beneficiaries under an agreement do not need to submit a new application.
  • Program support is subject to available budget.

Contacts

festivals@tourisme.gouv.qc.ca

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Frequently Asked Questions about the Financial assistance for tourism festivals and events — Stream 4 Program

What is the Financial assistance for tourism festivals and events — Stream 4?

The program supports festivals and tourism events that help position Quebec as a national and international destination. Maximum funding reaches $1.25M per year for Volet 1 and $2M for Volet 4, with support for eligible events and development projects.

How much funding can be received?

Financial assistance for tourism festivals and events — Stream 4 Funds up to 25% of admissible expenses, capped at $1,000,000 per project.

Who is eligible for the Financial assistance for tourism festivals and events — Stream 4 program?

To be eligible for the Financial assistance for tourism festivals and events — Stream 4 program, you must: Legally constituted in Quebec or Canada Operates in Quebec Public tourism festival or event

What expenses are eligible under Financial assistance for tourism festivals and events — Stream 4?

Major tourism festivals and events. Tourism-scale festivals and events. Development and growth projects for supported events. One-time, non-recurring national or international events.

Who can I contact for more information about the Financial assistance for tourism festivals and events — Stream 4?

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

Where is the Financial assistance for tourism festivals and events — Stream 4 available?

The Financial assistance for tourism festivals and events — Stream 4 program is available the province of Quebec.

Is the Financial assistance for tourism festivals and events — Stream 4 a grant, loan, or tax credit?

Financial assistance for tourism festivals and events — Stream 4 is a Grant and Funding