Greater Montreal Climate Fund — 2025-2026 Call for projects

Who is eligible?

• Nonprofit organizations
• Universities, colleges, and educational institutions
• Municipal organizations
• State-owned corporations
• Registered charities

Who is not eligible

• Political parties
• Private for-profit organizations
• Financial institutions
• Organizations intending to use funds for partisan activities or political lobbying (federal or provincial)

Eligible expenses

• Professional fees, including studies, engineering, and specialized consulting services directly related to the project.
• Costs for purchasing goods and equipment necessary for the implementation of planned project activities.
• Labor costs directly related to the project.
• Training costs specifically for the operationalization of the project.
• Communication and awareness-raising expenses directly linked to the project.
• Travel expenses necessary for the implementation of project activities (subject to standard policies).
• Administrative costs related to the project, up to 15% of the granted amount.

Eligible geographic areas

• One or more of the 82 municipalities of the Montreal Metropolitan Community (Communauté métropolitaine de Montréal, CMM).
• The territory of Kanesatake.
• The territory of Kahnawake.

• Demonstrated potential to reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, supported by a credible and reasonable quantification methodology.
• Long-term structural impact and engagement of multiple stakeholders.
• Integration of equity and inclusion principles, including consideration of impacts on vulnerable populations affected by climate change.
• Additional cross-cutting benefits beyond GHG reductions, such as improvements in health, safety, environmental conservation, community resilience, or changes in practices and behaviors.
• Replicability and scalability of the project within the Greater Montreal area, with accessible results after completion.

• Step 1: Review Guidelines and Prepare Application
  • Carefully read the eligibility criteria and guidelines for the Greater Montreal Climate Fund.
  • Draft a project proposal detailing objectives, expected greenhouse gas (GHG) reductions, replicability, equity considerations, socio-economic benefits, and methodology.
  • Prepare a comprehensive project schedule and budget breakdown.
• Step 2: Complete the Application Form
  • Fill out the online application form available on the fund’s website.
  • Attach the project schedule and budget breakdown at the end of the form.
  • Optionally, attach up to two additional supporting documents (e.g., letters of support from other organizations).
• Step 3: Review and Submit Application
  • Confirm all required fields and attachments are completed and included.
  • Submit the application via the online system to ensure it is considered for the call for projects.
  • Upon submission, a confirmation email will be sent to you.
• Step 4: Alternative Submission Methods
  • If preferred, submit your application by email to subventions@fondsclimat.com or by mail to 51 Sherbrooke Street West, Montreal, QC H2X 1X2.
  • If using mail, ensure your application is received before the deadline (October 30, 2025, inclusive).
• Step 5: Attend Virtual Information Session (Optional)
  • Register for and participate in the virtual information session on September 22, 2025, from 2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. to clarify questions about eligibility, application steps, or documentation.

• Projects must produce a report, at least part of which may be made public, within one month after the project's end date.
• Organizations may submit multiple project applications.
• A virtual information session will be held on September 22, 2025, from 2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. for interested applicants.
• The online application form can be saved and edited before final submission; however, applications cannot be modified after submission.