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Financial assistance for tourism festivals and events — Stream 4
Support for Quebec tourism festivals and events
Last Update: April 10, 2026
Funding available
$ 1,000,000
Timeline
- Open continuously
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
- Open continuously
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.
- Complete financial statements of the applicant organization.
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.
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Frequently Asked Questions about the Financial assistance for tourism festivals and events — Stream 4 Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Financial assistance for tourism festivals and events — Stream 4. 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 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