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Regions and Rurality Fund (FRR) – Component 1 – 2026 Call for Projects – Abitibi-Témiscamingue Region

Regional funding for territorial development initiatives

Offered by
Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing (MMAH)

Record updated

Funding available
$ 65,000 - $ 375,000
Up to 80% of project cost
Deadline
Unspecified
Location
Quebec, Canada
Who can apply
Any individual or legal entity that resides and carries out activities in Quebec, in the administrative region covered by the application.
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Overview

Le sous-volet Priorités régionales du Fonds régions et ruralité soutient des initiatives à portée régionale en Abitibi-Témiscamingue. Il finance des projets liés à une priorité régionale, à une situation conjoncturelle, ainsi que certaines études, plans, concertations et travaux de mise en œuvre.

At a glance

Funding available

Maximum funding
$375,000
Minimum funding
$65,000
Maximum share of project costs
80%
Financing goals
  • Increase social or community impact
  • Implement environmental initiatives
  • Conduct research and development activities

Eligible candidates

Location
  • Abitibi-Témiscamingue
  • Quebec
Eligible Industries
All industries
Annual revenue
All revenue ranges
Organisation size
All organization sizes
Audience
All groups
Legal structures
All legal structures

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Availability timeline

2026
Periods: 3

Latest changes

FRR Volet 1 application steps and dates updated

The FRR Volet 1 guides now add new application instructions for PGAMR access and new regional call dates, including the Îles-de-la-Madeleine call from 22 September to 13 November 2026.

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The FRR Volet 1 guidance now adds detailed steps for accessing the government portal through clicSÉQUR – Entreprises, and it states that clicSÉQUR Express does not provide access to the PGAMR. The application instructions also replace the online submission reference for the Initiatives ciblées axis with a PDF and add the new regional call for the Îles-de-la-Madeleine from 22 September to 13 November 2026.

Official source: cdn-contenu.quebec.ca
October 1, 2026

Eligibility

Who is eligible?

  • Any individual or legal entity that resides and carries out activities in Quebec, in the administrative region covered by the application.

Who is not eligible

  • Ministries, government bodies, state-owned companies, their subsidiaries, and any entity controlled directly or indirectly by a provincial or federal government
  • Financial sector companies, including financial cooperatives and financial planners
  • Insurance brokerage and real estate brokerage companies
  • Individuals not operating a business
  • Applicants listed in the RENA registry

Eligible expenses

  • Costs directly linked to project delivery, including salaries, employee benefits, rent, travel, data acquisition, materials and equipment, and accountability reporting
  • Costs for plans and studies, including business plans, market analysis, technical and financial feasibility studies, concept development, activity programming, and sector indicators or tools
  • Construction, development, implementation, or setup costs for the project
  • Costs linked to a regional planning and consultation process, including salaries, employee benefits, professional fees, and other contractual services
  • Administrative costs up to 5% of eligible expenses

Ineligible Costs and Activities

  • Costs not directly linked to the project
  • Recurring costs needed for normal operations
  • Decontamination, construction, renovation, or conversion of housing units
  • Funding for scholarships, prizes, or contests
  • Operating deficit, debt repayment, or working capital replenishment

Eligible geographic areas

  • Abitibi-Témiscamingue

Activities funded

  • Implementation steps linked to regional priorities identified in the SGAOVT
  • Projects that address a regional situation affecting vitality
  • Projects with regional territorial scope or local projects forming part of a set of projects with a common objective

How to apply

  • Submit the application on the Portail gouvernemental des affaires municipales et régionales.
  • Apply in response to a regional call for projects launched by the Ministère.
  • Include the filled application form in French and all required documents.
  • Attach a clear project description, a financing plan, and a realistic timeline.

Documents Needed

  • Filled application form in French
  • All required documents
  • Example of a resolution from the applicant
  • Financing plan
  • Letters confirming other financial assistance, if applicable

Selection criteria

  • Relevance to the regional problem and objectives in the call for projects
  • Alignment with the implementation approach and target for a regional priority in OVT
  • Potential for growth, job creation, removal of barriers, and durable collaboration
  • Strong collective involvement and active participation of local stakeholders
  • Realistic, detailed financing plan supported by confirmed or pending contributions, plus sustainability practices

Processing and Agreement

  • A subvention agreement is signed between the applicant and the minister.
  • The agreement sets out payment terms and the obligations to be met to obtain the final payment.
  • The applicant must provide the information needed to assess achievement of the results.
  • If the project is selected, the applicant receives a positive announcement letter and signs the subvention agreement.
  • If the project is not selected, the applicant receives a refusal letter.
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Frequently Asked Questions about the Regions and Rurality Fund (FRR) – Component 1 – 2026 Call for Projects – Abitibi-Témiscamingue Region Program

What is the Regions and Rurality Fund (FRR) – Component 1 – 2026 Call for Projects – Abitibi-Témiscamingue Region?

Le sous-volet Priorités régionales du Fonds régions et ruralité soutient des initiatives à portée régionale en Abitibi-Témiscamingue. Il finance des projets liés à une priorité régionale, à une situation conjoncturelle, ainsi que certaines études, plans, concertations et travaux de mise en œuvre.

How much funding can be received?

Regions and Rurality Fund (FRR) – Component 1 – 2026 Call for Projects – Abitibi-Témiscamingue Region Funds up to 80% of admissible expenses, capped at $375,000 per project.

Who is eligible for the Regions and Rurality Fund (FRR) – Component 1 – 2026 Call for Projects – Abitibi-Témiscamingue Region program?

To be eligible for the Regions and Rurality Fund (FRR) – Component 1 – 2026 Call for Projects – Abitibi-Témiscamingue Region program, you must: The applicant must reside and operate in Quebec, in the administrative region covered by the application. The project must respond to an eligible regional call for projects. The project must be carried out in the region where funding is requested.

What expenses are eligible under Regions and Rurality Fund (FRR) – Component 1 – 2026 Call for Projects – Abitibi-Témiscamingue Region?

Costs directly linked to project delivery, including salaries, employee benefits, rent, travel, data acquisition, materials and equipment, and accountability reporting Costs for plans and studies, including business plans, market analysis, technical and financial feasibility studies, concept development, activity programming, and sector indicators or tools Construction, development, implementation, or setup costs for the project Costs linked to a regional planning and consultation process, including salaries, employee benefits, professional fees, and other contractual services Administrative costs up to 5% of eligible expenses

Who can I contact for more information about the Regions and Rurality Fund (FRR) – Component 1 – 2026 Call for Projects – Abitibi-Témiscamingue Region?

You can contact Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing (MMAH).

Where is the Regions and Rurality Fund (FRR) – Component 1 – 2026 Call for Projects – Abitibi-Témiscamingue Region available?

The Regions and Rurality Fund (FRR) – Component 1 – 2026 Call for Projects – Abitibi-Témiscamingue Region program is available Abitibi-Témiscamingue, Quebec.

Is the Regions and Rurality Fund (FRR) – Component 1 – 2026 Call for Projects – Abitibi-Témiscamingue Region a grant, loan, or tax credit?

Regions and Rurality Fund (FRR) – Component 1 – 2026 Call for Projects – Abitibi-Témiscamingue Region is a Grant and Funding