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MRC La Vallée-de-l'Or — Quebec Fund for Social Initiatives (FQIS)
Funding for social inclusion and anti-poverty projects
Last Update: April 9, 2026
Funding available
Up to 90% of project cost
Timeline
- Open Date : January 1, 2022
- Closing date : March 31, 2023
Location
Abitibi-Témiscamingue, Quebec, Canada
Overview
This program supports social initiatives that fight poverty and social exclusion in the MRC of La Vallée-de-l’Or. It funds innovative, structural or research projects aligned with local priorities such as housing, food security, social inclusion, transport and education.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Increase social or community impact
- Conduct research and development activities
Eligible Funding
- Up to 90% of project cost
Timeline
- Open Date : January 1, 2022
- Closing date : March 31, 2023
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Health care and social assistance
Location
- La Vallée-de-l’Or
- Abitibi-Témiscamingue
- Quebec
Legal structures
- Non-profit
- Public or Parapublic institution
- Social economy enterprise
- Non-financial cooperative
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Persons with Disabilities
- Youth (<40)
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Research
- Mental Health and Crisis Intervention
- Social Services
- Economic, Social and Community Development
- Housing
- Employment and Training
- Children and Youth Organizations
- Diversity and Inclusion
Target groups
- General public
- Children & youth
- Young adults
- Seniors
- Indigenous peoples
- People with disabilities
- Women & girls
- Rural / Remote communities
- Low-income individuals / families
- Minority groups
Revenue structures
- 100% donations / grants
Scope
- Local
- Municipal
- Regional
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Projects to fight poverty and social exclusion
- Social and community development initiatives
- Poverty prevention initiatives
- Employment integration support for people far from the labour market
- Innovative or research-based anti-poverty initiatives
Documents Needed
- Application form
- Project context, objectives, and expected results
- Planned activities and timeline
- Most recent activity report
- Latest completed financial report
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Non-profit organizations
- Co-operatives recognized as non-profit by Revenu Québec
- Municipalities and MRCs
- First Nations band councils and other Indigenous groups
Who is not eligible
- Government and parapublic bodies
- Schools and training institutions, except in specific cases described in the guide
- Organizations whose activities are suspended due to a labour dispute
Eligible expenses
- Direct project costs
- Salaries for staff directly working on the project
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Costs incurred before project approval
- Debt financing or loan repayment
- Projects already completed
- Costs already reimbursed by another program
- Purchase or renovation of real estate or transport vehicles
- Overruns and regular operating costs
Eligible geographic areas
- MRC of La Vallée-de-l'Or
- Abitibi-Témiscamingue
Processing and Agreement
- Local projects are reviewed by the local MRC representative.
- Recommended projects are approved by the relevant MRC resolution.
- Regional projects are reviewed by the regional committee.
- A funding agreement is signed before disbursement.
- Recipients must provide annual accountability reports, and a mid-term follow-up may be requested.
Additional information
- Projects may be carried out over more than one fiscal year.
- Local projects must be submitted through the local MRC representative.
- Regional projects must involve more than three MRC territories.
- Funding is subject to an agreement with reporting and visibility obligations.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the MRC La Vallée-de-l'Or — Quebec Fund for Social Initiatives (FQIS) Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the MRC La Vallée-de-l'Or — Quebec Fund for Social Initiatives (FQIS). 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 MRC La Vallée-de-l'Or — Quebec Fund for Social Initiatives (FQIS)?
This program supports social initiatives that fight poverty and social exclusion in the MRC of La Vallée-de-l’Or. It funds innovative, structural or research projects aligned with local priorities such as housing, food security, social inclusion, transport and education.
How much funding can be received?
MRC La Vallée-de-l'Or — Quebec Fund for Social Initiatives (FQIS) Funds up to 90% of admissible expenses.
What is the deadline to apply?
The application deadline for this grant program was March 31, 2023.
Who is eligible for the MRC La Vallée-de-l'Or — Quebec Fund for Social Initiatives (FQIS) program?
To be eligible for the MRC La Vallée-de-l'Or — Quebec Fund for Social Initiatives (FQIS) program, you must:
Project must fight poverty or exclusion
Must align with local priorities
Applicant must be able to deliver and report
What expenses are eligible under MRC La Vallée-de-l'Or — Quebec Fund for Social Initiatives (FQIS)?
Projects to fight poverty and social exclusion
Social and community development initiatives
Poverty prevention initiatives
Employment integration support for people far from the labour market
Innovative or research-based anti-poverty initiatives
Who can I contact for more information about the MRC La Vallée-de-l'Or — Quebec Fund for Social Initiatives (FQIS)?
You can contact MRC La Vallée-de-l'Or by email at nathalieboucher@mrcvo.qc.ca or by phone at 819 825-7733, poste 263.
Where is the MRC La Vallée-de-l'Or — Quebec Fund for Social Initiatives (FQIS) available?
The MRC La Vallée-de-l'Or — Quebec Fund for Social Initiatives (FQIS) program is available Abitibi-Témiscamingue, Quebec.