Help for community media operations QC Canada

Help for community media operations

QC, Canada
Money to support community media in Quebec
grant_single_labels|summary
grant_single_labels|preview
grant_single_labels|projects
grant_single_labels|admissibility
grant_single_labels|criteria
grant_single_labels|register
grant_single_labels|otherInfo

grant_single_labels|summary

grant_single|eligibleFinancing
  • grant_single|noCondition
grant_single|deadlines
  • grant_single|closingDateAugust 02, 2024
grant_single|financingType
Grant and Funding
grant_single|eligibleIndustries
  • Information and cultural industries
  • Arts, entertainment and recreation
grant_single|grantors
  • Ministry of Culture and Communications
  • Gouvernement du Québec
grant_single|status
grant_card_status|closed

grant_single_labels|preview

Do you produce community media through print, Internet, radio or television? You can get funding to diversify the kind of Quebec regional information you offer, and to promote community participation in activities that improve the social fabric, such as r

grant_single_labels|projects

This grant program is available to nonprofit organizations and cooperatives that principally operate within Quebec. They must demonstrate that they fulfill their activities predominantly in Quebec's regions to qualify for the funding.
  • Organizations with headquarters located in Quebec.
  • Entities conducting the majority of their activities within Quebec.
grant_single|admissibleProjectsExample

$30,000

Create a bilingual community newspaper focusing on cultural events

$80,000

Launching a community radio station to promote regional activities

$72,000

Expanding a local newsletter to include environmental reporting

$100,000

Enhancing local TV channel content to boost community engagement

$130,000

Creating a digital news platform to serve the indigenous communities

grant_single_labels|admissibility

To be eligible for this grant, applicants must meet the following criteria:
  • The applicant must be a non-profit organization or a non-profit cooperative.
  • They must have their headquarters in Quebec and conduct the majority of their activities there.
  • The organization must be registered with the Quebec Enterprise Register.
  • They must possess an autonomous charter demonstrating their primary function is to publish and broadcast at least one newspaper, internet news site, or operate a radio or television station.
  • Their mission and main activities should focus on producing and disseminating local and regional information as well as original editorial content, programming, or digital content.
  • They should provide optimal access conditions to their activities, assets, and services to the public or their members depending on the situation.
  • They must have fulfilled, if applicable, their previous grant commitments to the Ministry.
  • They should offer content in French, English, or bilingual formats. If operated in another language, at least 60% of the content must be in French.
  • The organization must have been active for at least one year.

grant_eligibility_criteria|who_can_apply

Eligible applicants for the "Programme Aide au fonctionnement pour les médias communautaires" in Quebec must be non-profit organizations or cooperatives without profit that fulfill the criteria identifying them as community action organizations.
  • Have their headquarters in Quebec and conduct the majority of their activities in this province.
  • Be registered with the Quebec Business Register.
  • Hold an autonomous charter and primarily publish or broadcast at least one newspaper, internet information site, or operate a radio or television station.
  • Have a mission and main activities centered on producing and broadcasting local and regional information, as well as original editorial content, original programming, or original digital content.
  • Provide optimal access conditions to the population or their members for their activities, goods, and services.
  • Have respected their commitments to the Ministry in previous grant allocations, if applicable.
  • Offer content in French, English, or bilingual, with at least 60% of the content being in French if another language is used.
  • Have been active for at least one year.
  • For eligible types of media like print, radio, television, and online, additional specific conditions must be met, such as production outputs and content requirements in the previous year.
  • Entities in the startup phase must commit to adhering to these conditions.

grant_eligibility_criteria|who_cannot_apply

This grant excludes certain companies and organizations based on their operational status and primary objectives. The restrictions seek to ensure funding is allocated to support community-oriented media.
  • For-profit enterprises.
  • Organizations not established or operated under the principles of community action.
  • Media with objectives other than those stipulated by the program, such as distance learning television, municipal journals, or specialized media.
  • Organizations whose membership is limited to a specific segment of the local population or whose media content is aimed at specific categories of individuals.
  • Organizations already receiving operational support from another program of the Ministry, the Conseil des arts et des lettres du Québec, or the Société de développement des entreprises culturelles.
  • Organizations listed in the registry of businesses ineligible for public contracts, including subcontractors listed therein.
  • Organizations that have previously failed to meet their obligations after being duly notified regarding prior financial assistance from a government ministry or agency in Quebec.
  • Organizations that do not meet the high integrity standards expected of recipients of public funds.

grant_eligibility_criteria|eligible_expenses

This grant is designed to support community media in Quebec to provide high-quality, local, and regional information. The eligible activities focus on content production and diffusion across various media platforms.
  • Production and diffusion of local and regional news content by community media organizations.
  • Creation of original editorial content and programming for print, radio, and television.
  • Adaptation and enhancement of digital content and online presence for community media.
  • Development and maintenance of community media operations, including equipment and facilities.
  • Engagement in outreach initiatives to enhance community participation and access to media activities.

grant_eligibility_criteria|zone

The grant covers expenses directly related to the mission of the community media organization.
  • Costs of labor, including benefits.
  • Costs for purchasing and maintaining equipment or materials.
  • Costs for leasing equipment or facilities.
  • Fees for studies and consultancy services.
  • Subcontracting fees.
  • Representation and promotion expenses.
  • Costs associated with the primary activity, routine activities, and related activities of the organization.
  • Information technology costs, including digital adaptation and management (website, social media, etc.).
  • Travel expenses as per the prevailing Quebec public service schedules.

grant_single_labels|criteria

The evaluation and selection of projects under this grant are based on both general and specific criteria to ensure alignment with the program's objectives.
  • The financial situation of the applicant (15%).
  • The relevance of the action plan in relation to the program objectives (15%).
  • The governance of the organization and human resources management (15%).
  • The interaction of the organization within its community (10%).
  • The themes addressed and the volume of content produced and distributed according to the medium (20%).
  • The use of varied journalistic treatments (15%).
  • The general quality of the broadcasted original content and information (10%).

grant_single_labels|register

  • Step 1: Determine Eligibility
    • Ensure your organization meets the eligibility criteria, including being a nonprofit or cooperative located in Quebec and focused on producing local or regional media content.
  • Step 2: Gather Required Documents
    • Prepare necessary documents such as the organization's charter, general regulations, or letters patent.
    • Collect meeting notices and agendas from the last year's board meetings and annual general meeting.
    • Include the action plan and recent activity report, as well as the most recent financial statements adopted by the board.
    • Ensure a resolution authorizing the application and appointing a representative is documented.
    • Provide any other supporting documents pertinent to the application.
  • Step 3: Complete the Application Form
    • Access the online application through the di@pason service by the deadline.
    • Fill out the application form thoroughly with accurate data about your organization and its activities.
  • Step 4: Submit Application
    • Ensure all parts of the application are fully completed and submit through the online portal by the deadline.
  • Step 5: Await Confirmation and Evaluation
    • Receive confirmation of submission from the ministry.
    • Understand that the ministry will evaluate applications based on financial status, governance, and content relevance, among other criteria.

grant_single_labels|otherInfo

The summary of the additional information is as follows:
  • The programme is aimed primarily at non-profit organizations and cooperatives that have a focus on community action.
  • The application must be submitted through the online service di@pason.
  • The eligibility criteria are detailed and specific to different types of media like printed, radio, television, and online media.
  • The financial aid is typically granted on a triennial basis, though under certain circumstances it can be revised annually.
  • There is a detailed process for determining the quantum of financial aid based on various factors, including the volume of content and the scope of coverage.
  • The maximum amount of financial aid varies from $30,000 to $100,000 annually depending on the type of media and its reach.
  • Applicants need to provide extensive documentation including charters, financial statements and reports, among others.
  • Regular reporting and updates are required from beneficiaries, including annual activity reports and financial statements.

Apply to this program