Closed
Last Update: May 6, 2026
Funding available
$ 3,500 - $ 50,000
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Gatineau, Outaouais, Quebec, Canada
Overview
This program supports revitalization projects in downtown Gatineau and nearby priority areas. It provides funding of up to 70% of eligible costs, to a maximum of 50,000 CAD, for studies, analyses, and public-space development projects.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Improve governance or administrative structure
- Strengthen organizational capacity
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 50,000 $
- Minimum amount : 3,500 $
- Up to 80% of project cost
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Retail trade
- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Accommodation and food services
Location
- Gatineau
- Outaouais
- Quebec
Legal structures
- All legal structures
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Studies and analyses for planning a project that supports sector vitality
- Temporary public-space development, including pop-up spaces, urban furniture, and temporary event sites
- Permanent public-space development, including artistic benches and public park installations
Documents Needed
- Articles of incorporation or other official constituting document
- Board resolution, if applicable
- Project budget and financing table
- Business plan or financial statements and forecasts
- Supporting documents for expenses, lease or owner authorization, if applicable
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Incorporated private companies
- Nonprofit organizations
- Cooperatives
Eligible expenses
- Interior renovation work
- Fixed operating accessories and built-in furniture
- Technology, software, and installation or training costs
- Sign design, fabrication, and installation
- Marketing and recruitment strategies
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Expenses incurred before official acceptance by the City
- Costs already funded by another municipal, provincial, or federal program
Eligible geographic areas
- Downtown Gatineau
- Mapped sectors in Annex 1 of the program regulations
Processing and Agreement
- Only complete applications are reviewed.
- Applications are checked for admissibility and then evaluated by a selection committee.
- Selected applicants are contacted to finalize the file and receive an eligibility certificate.
- An initial payment is made, followed by a final payment after invoices are submitted and compliance is confirmed.
- About 6 to 8 weeks are expected between the end of the call and the announcement of accepted applications.
Additional information
- The program is temporarily suspended.
- Annual calls for proposals are used to select projects.
- No application is accepted once the program funds are exhausted.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Fonds Gatineau – Revitalization Program Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Fonds Gatineau – Revitalization Program. 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 Fonds Gatineau – Revitalization Program?
This program supports revitalization projects in downtown Gatineau and nearby priority areas. It provides funding of up to 70% of eligible costs, to a maximum of 50,000 CAD, for studies, analyses, and public-space development projects.
How much funding can be received?
Fonds Gatineau – Revitalization Program Funds up to 80% of admissible expenses, capped at $50,000 per project.
Who is eligible for the Fonds Gatineau – Revitalization Program program?
To be eligible for the Fonds Gatineau – Revitalization Program program, you must:
Incorporated company, nonprofit, or cooperative
Project located in downtown Gatineau
Complete application before deadline
What expenses are eligible under Fonds Gatineau – Revitalization Program?
Studies and analyses for planning a project that supports sector vitality
Temporary public-space development, including pop-up spaces, urban furniture, and temporary event sites
Permanent public-space development, including artistic benches and public park installations
Who can I contact for more information about the Fonds Gatineau – Revitalization Program?
You can contact City of Gatineau by email at sde@gatineau.ca or by phone at 819 243-2345, poste 4652.
Where is the Fonds Gatineau – Revitalization Program available?
The Fonds Gatineau – Revitalization Program program is available Outaouais, Quebec.
Is the Fonds Gatineau – Revitalization Program a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Fonds Gatineau – Revitalization Program is a Grant and Funding