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Gaspésie Tourism — EPRTNT 2025-2027 – Accommodations
Funding for structuring, sustainable tourism accommodation projects
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Funding available
$ 200,000
Deadline
Unspecified
Location
Gaspésie–Îles-de-la-Madeleine, Quebec, Canada
Who can apply
For‑profit tourism businesses operating accommodation establishments.
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Overview
This program provides up to $200,000 in non‑repayable funding to support tourism accommodation projects in Gaspésie under the 2025‑2027 regional partnership and digital transformation initiative. It targets structuring, sustainable investments that improve or expand tourist lodging, extend operating seasons and enhance services for visitors.
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At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase performance through digital transformation
- Develop a new program or service
- Develop a new product or service
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 200,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Funds Providers
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Gaspésie–Îles-de-la-Madeleine
- Quebec
Legal structures
- Financial cooperative
- Non-financial cooperative
- For-profit business
- Non-profit
- Public or Parapublic institution
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Indigenous Peoples
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Economic, Social and Community Development
- Business Associations
Target groups
- Indigenous peoples
- Rural / Remote communities
- Business owners / entrepreneurs
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- Regional
- Provincial
- National
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Availability timeline
2026
Periods: 1
Activities funded
- Projects that structure a specific territory’s accommodation offer or fill a shortage of lodging units
- Investments that raise the quality level of tourist accommodation establishments
- Projects extending the operating period or opening season of an accommodation business
- Initiatives adding new services tailored to tourist clienteles within lodging operations
Documents Needed
- EPRTNT financial assistance application form 25-27 in Excel format.
- Complete project business plan, including the list of authorizations, attestations, certificates, or permits to be obtained in connection with the project.
- Financial statements for the organization's two most recent years and projected financial statements over 3 years following completion of the project.
- Board of directors resolution authorizing the signatory, email from the Ministry of Culture and Communications, and francization certificate for organizations of 25 employees or more.
- Confirmation of financial partners, if available, as well as applicable documents for adventure tourism businesses and Indigenous communities.
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- For‑profit tourism businesses operating accommodation establishments.
- Non‑profit tourism organizations involved in lodging projects.
- Tourism cooperatives developing or operating accommodation.
- Municipal entities undertaking tourism accommodation initiatives.
- Indigenous communities, nations and Indigenous tourism enterprises with lodging projects.
Who is not eligible
- State‑owned corporations and provincial or federal ministries and agencies.
- Applicants listed in the Register of enterprises ineligible for public contracts.
- Enterprises not compliant with the francization process of the Office québécois de la langue française, where applicable.
Eligible expenses
- Construction, expansion, reconstruction, conversion, adaptation, refurbishment and replacement of infrastructures or equipment for new or enhanced tourist experiences
- Acquisition and installation of specialized equipment, furniture, boats and rolling stock dedicated to improving the visitor experience or staff retention
- Professional fees for design, engineering, technical staff, project management, monitoring and required reporting
- Studies and preparatory work directly related to the project (business plans, preliminary studies, eco‑responsible development plans)
- Land and right‑of‑way costs, site development, sustainable and climate‑adaptation measures, surveying, quality control, eligible taxes, contingencies and integration of artworks
Eligible geographic areas
- Tourism businesses located in the Gaspésie region of Quebec.
Selection criteria
- Alignment with EPRTNT 2025‑2027 objectives.
- Structuring impact, including attraction power, regional benefits, partnerships and job creation.
- Level of innovation and quality of concept, products and services.
- Strength of financial structure and relevance to target tourist clienteles and markets.
- Feasibility of timelines, marketing strategy, promoter expertise and integration of sustainable development and accessibility measures.
How to apply
- First validate the project's eligibility with Tourisme Gaspésie by making an appointment with the business support coordination.
- Complete the EPRTNT financial assistance application form 25-27 for the Gaspésie region.
- Submit the application, accompanied by all required documents, on the program platform in the Member Space.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis until the deadlines or until funds are exhausted.
- Incomplete applications are put on hold and carried over to the next deadline.
- The assessment takes into account, in particular, compliance, the financial structure and the established selection criteria.
- A selected project is the subject of a financial assistance agreement between the project promoter and the managing RTA.
- Obligations relating to accountability and compliance with contractual and regulatory rules apply.
Additional information
- Applications are received continuously until November 25, 2026 at noon or until funds are exhausted.
- Incomplete applications are only evaluated once all required documents have been received.
- Incomplete files at a deadline are postponed to the next intake date.
- Projects must integrate sustainable development measures with positive environmental, social and economic impacts.
Contacts
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Frequently Asked Questions about the Gaspésie Tourism — EPRTNT 2025-2027 – Accommodations Program
What is the Gaspésie Tourism — EPRTNT 2025-2027 – Accommodations?
This program provides up to $200,000 in non‑repayable funding to support tourism accommodation projects in Gaspésie under the 2025‑2027 regional partnership and digital transformation initiative. It targets structuring, sustainable investments that improve or expand tourist lodging, extend operating seasons and enhance services for visitors.
How much funding can be received?
Gaspésie Tourism — EPRTNT 2025-2027 – Accommodations Funds up to 50% of admissible expenses, capped at $200,000 per project.
Who is eligible for the Gaspésie Tourism — EPRTNT 2025-2027 – Accommodations program?
To be eligible for the Gaspésie Tourism — EPRTNT 2025-2027 – Accommodations program, you must:
Legally constituted organization operating in Quebec.
Tourism‑sector accommodation project in the region.
Compliant accommodation establishment with registration number.
What expenses are eligible under Gaspésie Tourism — EPRTNT 2025-2027 – Accommodations?
Projects that structure a specific territory’s accommodation offer or fill a shortage of lodging units
Investments that raise the quality level of tourist accommodation establishments
Projects extending the operating period or opening season of an accommodation business
Initiatives adding new services tailored to tourist clienteles within lodging operations
Who can I contact for more information about the Gaspésie Tourism — EPRTNT 2025-2027 – Accommodations?
You can contact Gaspésie Tourism (TG) by email at sgauvin@tourisme-gaspesie.com or by phone at 418 775-2223 poste 225.
Where is the Gaspésie Tourism — EPRTNT 2025-2027 – Accommodations available?
The Gaspésie Tourism — EPRTNT 2025-2027 – Accommodations program is available Gaspésie–Îles-de-la-Madeleine, Quebec.
Is the Gaspésie Tourism — EPRTNT 2025-2027 – Accommodations a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Gaspésie Tourism — EPRTNT 2025-2027 – Accommodations is a Grant and Funding