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Financial Support Program for Government Priorities in Community and Volunteer Action — Governance Support Stream
Support for community governance and accountability
Last Update: May 21, 2026
Funding available
$ 2,500,000
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Quebec, Canada
Overview
This program provides financial support for community organizations to strengthen governance, management, and accountability. It also supports non-recurrent activities such as training, mentoring, studies, and specific actions aligned with government priorities.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop team skills
- Increase social or community impact
- Improve governance or administrative structure
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 2,500,000 $
- Up to 90% of project cost
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Other services (except public administration)
- Public administration
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
- Research
- Civic and Advocacy Organizations
- Other Philanthropic Intermediaries and Voluntarism Promotion
Target groups
- Nonprofits / charities
- Community leaders
Revenue structures
- 100% donations / grants
Scope
- Local
- Regional
- Provincial
- National
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Governance improvement initiatives
- Management improvement initiatives
- Accountability and reporting support
- Training, coaching, mentoring, and professional development for board members and staff
- Studies, research, and surveys related to community action and volunteer action
Documents Needed
- Board resolution supporting the application and naming the signatory
- Financial statements for the latest completed fiscal year
- Activities report for the latest completed fiscal year
- Articles of incorporation or similar founding documents
- General by-laws
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Independent community organizations
- Community organizations funded for their global mission
- Non-profit organizations active in community action
- Community research centers and institutions, for the research and studies stream
Who is not eligible
- Organizations incorporated for less than 12 months
- Political, religious, union, or professional organizations
- Foundations mainly focused on fundraising and redistribution of funds
- Organizations listed in the Register of enterprises not eligible for public contracts
Eligible expenses
- Training, coaching, mentoring, and professional development costs
- Professional fees and support services directly tied to the project
- Project-related staff salaries
- Travel and necessary materials related to the project
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Costs for activities carried out before approval
- Debt financing or loan repayment
- Projects or activities already completed
- Costs covered by another program
- Buying, renovating, or repairing buildings or transport vehicles
- Cost overruns, fines, and related legal fees
Eligible geographic areas
- All regions of Quebec
Processing and Agreement
- The Ministry reviews the application and supporting documents.
- The application is assessed against the program’s admissibility and analysis criteria.
- If approved, the organization signs a funding agreement.
- The agreement sets out payment terms, obligations, and reporting requirements.
- Applicants are informed of the reasons if they are deemed ineligible.
Additional information
- The program is based on a normative framework.
- Applicants must provide accountability documents as required by the Ministry.
- Funding agreements set out obligations and responsibilities.
- Application dates may be set annually or initiated by the Ministry, depending on the stream.
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Frequently Asked Questions about the Financial Support Program for Government Priorities in Community and Volunteer Action — Governance Support Stream Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Financial Support Program for Government Priorities in Community and Volunteer Action — Governance Support Stream. 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 Support Program for Government Priorities in Community and Volunteer Action — Governance Support Stream?
This program provides financial support for community organizations to strengthen governance, management, and accountability. It also supports non-recurrent activities such as training, mentoring, studies, and specific actions aligned with government priorities.
How much funding can be received?
Financial Support Program for Government Priorities in Community and Volunteer Action — Governance Support Stream Funds up to 90% of admissible expenses, capped at $2,500,000 per project.
Who is eligible for the Financial Support Program for Government Priorities in Community and Volunteer Action — Governance Support Stream program?
To be eligible for the Financial Support Program for Government Priorities in Community and Volunteer Action — Governance Support Stream program, you must:
Community organization
Funded for global mission
Governance or accountability needs
What expenses are eligible under Financial Support Program for Government Priorities in Community and Volunteer Action — Governance Support Stream?
Governance improvement initiatives
Management improvement initiatives
Accountability and reporting support
Training, coaching, mentoring, and professional development for board members and staff
Studies, research, and surveys related to community action and volunteer action
Who can I contact for more information about the Financial Support Program for Government Priorities in Community and Volunteer Action — Governance Support Stream?
You can contact Government of Québec by email at sacais@mess.gouv.qc.ca or by phone at none.
Where is the Financial Support Program for Government Priorities in Community and Volunteer Action — Governance Support Stream available?
The Financial Support Program for Government Priorities in Community and Volunteer Action — Governance Support Stream program is available the province of Quebec.
Is the Financial Support Program for Government Priorities in Community and Volunteer Action — Governance Support Stream a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Financial Support Program for Government Priorities in Community and Volunteer Action — Governance Support Stream is a Grant and Funding