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Help for community media operations
Operational support for community media in Quebec
Last Update: June 10, 2026
Funding available
Varies by project
Timeline
- Open Date : May 19, 2026
- Closing date : June 25, 2026
Location
Quebec, Canada
Overview
This program supports community media in Quebec through operational funding. It helps sustain local and regional information, community participation, and digital adaptation for print, radio, television, and online media.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase performance through digital transformation
- Develop workforce skills
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Timeline
- Open Date : May 19, 2026
- Closing date : June 25, 2026
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Information and cultural industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Location
- Quebec
Legal structures
- Non-profit
- Public or Parapublic institution
- Non-financial cooperative
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Language Minorities
- Rural or Northern Residents
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Culture and Arts
- Economic, Social and Community Development
Target groups
- General public
- Rural / Remote communities
- Nonprofits / charities
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- Local
- Regional
- Provincial
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Production and distribution of local and regional news
- Creation of original editorial, programming, or digital content
- Operation of print, radio, television, or online community media
- Digital adaptation of community media activities and content
- Community participation in media activities
Documents Needed
- Organization charter, bylaws, or letters patent
- Most recent activity report
- Most recent financial statements
- Resolution for the application and appointed representative
- Signed financial aid conditions document
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Non-profit organizations and non-profit cooperatives
- Community media organizations
- Print media operators
- Radio stations
- Television stations
- Online media operators
Who is not eligible
- For-profit businesses
- Organizations not operating under community action principles
- Media focused on distance education, municipal publications, bulletins, or specialized content
- Organizations already supported for operations by another government or cultural program
- Organizations listed in the register of enterprises ineligible for public contracts
Eligible expenses
- Labor costs, including employee benefits
- Equipment or material purchases and maintenance
- Equipment or premises rental
- Studies, consulting, and subcontracting fees
- Promotion, travel, and information technology costs
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Fines, legal fees, and amounts related to convictions
- Civil or criminal infraction costs
- Expenses eligible for a refundable Quebec tax credit
- The refundable portion of GST and QST
- Personal expenses that are not justified
Eligible geographic areas
- Quebec
- All regions of Quebec
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed by the Ministry, which may use external expertise if needed.
- The Ministry may limit the number of selected applications to fit the available budget.
- Applications must be complete, clear, and based on accurate information to be assessed.
- Successful applicants receive funding under a formal agreement and must provide annual accountability reports.
- Payment is generally made in two installments, with the second based on the Ministry’s analysis of media production.
Additional information
- The program is aimed at non-profit organizations and non-profit cooperatives.
- Applications are submitted online through the di@pason service.
- Eligibility conditions vary by media type: print, radio, television, and online.
- The aid is generally granted on a three-year basis and may later be renewed annually.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Help for community media operations Program
What is the Help for community media operations?
This program supports community media in Quebec through operational funding. It helps sustain local and regional information, community participation, and digital adaptation for print, radio, television, and online media.
What is the deadline to apply?
The application deadline for this grant program is June 25, 2026. Applicants must submit their complete application before this date to be considered for funding.
Who is eligible for the Help for community media operations program?
To be eligible for the Help for community media operations program, you must:
Non-profit organization or cooperative
Based in Quebec
Active for at least one year
What expenses are eligible under Help for community media operations?
Production and distribution of local and regional news
Creation of original editorial, programming, or digital content
Operation of print, radio, television, or online community media
Digital adaptation of community media activities and content
Community participation in media activities
Who can I contact for more information about the Help for community media operations?
You can contact Quebec Ministry of Culture and Communications (MCC).
Where is the Help for community media operations available?
The Help for community media operations program is available the province of Quebec.
Is the Help for community media operations a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Help for community media operations is a Grant and Funding