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Îles-de-la-Madeleine Tourism — EPRTNT 2025-2027 – Attractions, activities and facilities
Support for developing tourism attractions, activities and facilities
Last Update: April 10, 2026
Funding available
$ 25,000 - $ 75,000
Timeline
- Open continuously
Location
Gaspésie–Îles-de-la-Madeleine, Canada
Overview
This program offers up to $75,000 to support the development, expansion and modernization of tourism attractions, activities and facilities in the Îles-de-la-Madeleine. Eligible initiatives include construction or improvement of infrastructures and the consolidation or renewal of tourism products and services that strengthen a responsible and innovative regional offer.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- No objectives are currently available
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 75,000 $
- Minimum amount : 25,000 $
- Up to 75% of project cost
Timeline
- Open continuously
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Accommodation and food services
Location
- Gaspésie–Îles-de-la-Madeleine
Legal structures
- Financial cooperative
- Non-profit
- Public or Parapublic institution
- For-profit business
- Non-financial cooperative
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Indigenous Peoples
- Rural or Northern Residents
- Canadians
- Startups
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Culture and Arts
- Environment
- Economic, Social and Community Development
- Business Associations
Target groups
- Rural / Remote communities
- Business owners / entrepreneurs
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- Regional
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Construction, expansion or improvement of tourism infrastructures supporting the regional offer.
- Development or renewal of tourism products and services on the territory.
- Consolidation, implementation, expansion or modernization of attractions, equipment, activities or tourism services.
Documents Needed
- Duly completed and signed application form in Excel format.
- Comprehensive business plan for the project, including required permits and authorizations.
- Financial statements for the last two years, where applicable.
- Three-year financial forecasts following project completion, where applicable.
- Board or council resolution authorizing the funding application and project commitments.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- For-profit tourism enterprises.
- Non-profit tourism organizations.
- Tourism cooperatives.
- Municipal entities on the Îles-de-la-Madeleine territory.
- Recognized Indigenous communities, nations and Indigenous tourism enterprises.
Who is not eligible
- Crown corporations and ministries or agencies of the Québec and Canadian governments.
- 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, adaptation, improvement or replacement of tourism infrastructures and equipment, including new experience deployment.
- Purchase and installation of specialized equipment and furniture, boats or rolling stock enhancing the visitor experience, and equipment improving staff attraction and retention.
- Professional, technical and consulting fees for project design, engineering, management, monitoring, reporting and preparatory studies or business plans.
- Costs for land and trail development, land acquisition, servitudes, rights of way and related fees required for the project.
- Costs related to integrating sustainable practices, climate adaptation measures, site surveying, on-site quality control, net taxes, contingencies (up to 15%) and eligible public art integration.
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Acquisition of an existing business or its infrastructures.
- Promotion and marketing expenses, including website redesign.
- Administrative, storage and retail space equipment, animals and non visitor-focused motorized transport.
- Working capital, debt service, operating losses, legal fees, financing costs and routine maintenance or operating expenses.
- Upgrading to standards, asset maintenance, reimbursable taxes, asset transfers, in-kind contributions, pre-commitment costs (except project design fees), cost overruns and lobbyist remuneration.
Eligible geographic areas
- Projects located in the Îles-de-la-Madeleine region of Québec.
Additional information
- The financial support is a non-repayable contribution.
- Projects must integrate concrete sustainable development measures with positive environmental, social and economic impacts.
- Construction contracts of $100,000 or more require a public call for tenders.
- Organizations with 25 or more employees in Québec must provide proof of compliance with the francization process.
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Frequently Asked Questions about the Îles-de-la-Madeleine Tourism — EPRTNT 2025-2027 – Attractions, activities and facilities Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Îles-de-la-Madeleine Tourism — EPRTNT 2025-2027 – Attractions, activities and facilities. 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 Îles-de-la-Madeleine Tourism — EPRTNT 2025-2027 – Attractions, activities and facilities?
This program offers up to $75,000 to support the development, expansion and modernization of tourism attractions, activities and facilities in the Îles-de-la-Madeleine. Eligible initiatives include construction or improvement of infrastructures and the consolidation or renewal of tourism products and services that strengthen a responsible and innovative regional offer.
How much funding can be received?
Îles-de-la-Madeleine Tourism — EPRTNT 2025-2027 – Attractions, activities and facilities Funds up to 75% of admissible expenses, capped at $75,000 per project.
Who is eligible for the Îles-de-la-Madeleine Tourism — EPRTNT 2025-2027 – Attractions, activities and facilities program?
To be eligible for the Îles-de-la-Madeleine Tourism — EPRTNT 2025-2027 – Attractions, activities and facilities program, you must:
Legally constituted organization operating in Québec.
Tourism-focused enterprise, non-profit, cooperative, municipal or Indigenous entity.
Compliance with sectoral standards and tourism regulations.
What expenses are eligible under Îles-de-la-Madeleine Tourism — EPRTNT 2025-2027 – Attractions, activities and facilities?
Construction, expansion or improvement of tourism infrastructures supporting the regional offer.
Development or renewal of tourism products and services on the territory.
Consolidation, implementation, expansion or modernization of attractions, equipment, activities or tourism services.
Who can I contact for more information about the Îles-de-la-Madeleine Tourism — EPRTNT 2025-2027 – Attractions, activities and facilities?
You can contact Îles-de-la-Madeleine Tourism by email at developpement@tourismeilesdelamadeleine.com or by phone at 418-986-2245.
Where is the Îles-de-la-Madeleine Tourism — EPRTNT 2025-2027 – Attractions, activities and facilities available?
The Îles-de-la-Madeleine Tourism — EPRTNT 2025-2027 – Attractions, activities and facilities program is available across Canada.
Is the Îles-de-la-Madeleine Tourism — EPRTNT 2025-2027 – Attractions, activities and facilities a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Îles-de-la-Madeleine Tourism — EPRTNT 2025-2027 – Attractions, activities and facilities is a Grant and Funding