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MRC L’Île-d’Orléans — Support for Structuring Projects
Support for local structuring projects
Last Update: April 9, 2026
Funding available
Varies by project
Timeline
- Open Date : February 8, 2023
- Closing date : March 31, 2025
Location
Saint-Pierre-de-l'Ile-d'Orleans, Capitale-Nationale, Quebec, Canada
Overview
Provides up to $100,000 in non-repayable support for structuring projects in the MRC of L’Île-d’Orléans. It funds intermunicipal or regional initiatives that improve living environments in social, cultural, environmental, economic, and tourism sectors.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Develop a new program or service
- Increase social or community impact
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Timeline
- Open Date : February 8, 2023
- Closing date : March 31, 2025
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- L'Île-d'Orléans
- Saint-Pierre-de-l'Ile-d'Orleans
- Capitale-Nationale
- Quebec
Legal structures
- Non-profit
- Public or Parapublic institution
- Social economy enterprise
- Non-financial cooperative
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Rural or Northern Residents
- Startups
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Other Recreation and Social Clubs
- Social Services
- Environment
- Economic, Social and Community Development
- Business Associations
- Not Elsewhere Classified
Target groups
- General public
- Business owners / entrepreneurs
- Nonprofits / charities
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- Local
- Regional
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Intermunicipal or regional structuring projects
- Social, cultural, environmental, economic, and tourism initiatives
- Projects that improve local living conditions
Documents Needed
- Completed electronic grant application form
- Organization charter of incorporation, if required
- Board resolution approving the application and naming signatories
- Written commitments from all financial partners
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Municipal organizations
- Cooperatives excluding the financial sector
- Non-profit organizations
- Social economy enterprises
Who is not eligible
- Private companies
Eligible expenses
- Salaries and wages linked to the project
- Professional fees and consulting costs
- Capital expenditures for land, buildings, equipment, and vehicles
- Technology, software, and patent acquisition
- Promotion, communication, and other project-related costs
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- General operating expenses not tied to a project
- Completed projects
- Municipal infrastructure, water, road, fire, or security operations normally funded elsewhere
- Debt service, loan repayment, or already completed projects
- In-kind contributions such as volunteer work or materials
Eligible geographic areas
- MRC of L’Île-d’Orléans
- Organizations serving one or more of its six municipalities
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are analyzed by the MRC’s business advisor.
- For municipal projects, the advisor works directly with the designated project management.
- For regional projects, the advisor makes a recommendation to the Council of Mayors.
- Approved projects require a formal agreement before funding is paid.
Additional information
- The program is part of the Fonds Régions et Ruralité framework.
- Projects must respect the MRC’s contract management rules.
- Applications can be submitted on an ongoing basis.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the MRC L’Île-d’Orléans — Support for Structuring Projects Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the MRC L’Île-d’Orléans — Support for Structuring Projects. This section explains what the program is, how much funding is available, eligibility requirements, application deadlines, and other important details to help you determine if this grant is right for your business.
What is the MRC L’Île-d’Orléans — Support for Structuring Projects?
Provides up to $100,000 in non-repayable support for structuring projects in the MRC of L’Île-d’Orléans. It funds intermunicipal or regional initiatives that improve living environments in social, cultural, environmental, economic, and tourism sectors.
What is the deadline to apply?
The application deadline for this grant program was March 31, 2025.
Who is eligible for the MRC L’Île-d’Orléans — Support for Structuring Projects program?
To be eligible for the MRC L’Île-d’Orléans — Support for Structuring Projects program, you must:
Project must fit MRC priorities
Structured financing required
Detailed timeline required
What expenses are eligible under MRC L’Île-d’Orléans — Support for Structuring Projects?
Intermunicipal or regional structuring projects
Social, cultural, environmental, economic, and tourism initiatives
Projects that improve local living conditions
Who can I contact for more information about the MRC L’Île-d’Orléans — Support for Structuring Projects?
You can contact MRC L'Île-d'Orléans by email at jgoudreault@mrcio.qc.ca or by phone at 418 829-1011 #232.
Where is the MRC L’Île-d’Orléans — Support for Structuring Projects available?
The MRC L’Île-d’Orléans — Support for Structuring Projects program is available Capitale-Nationale, Quebec.
Is the MRC L’Île-d’Orléans — Support for Structuring Projects a grant, loan, or tax credit?
MRC L’Île-d’Orléans — Support for Structuring Projects is a Grant and Funding