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Incentive Fund for Signage and Language Policies
Financial support for municipalities updating commercial linguistic signage
Funding available
$ 4,000
Deadline
June 30, 2026
Location
New Brunswick, Canada
Who can apply
Municipalities that are members of the Association francophone des municipalités du Nouveau-Brunswick (AFMNB).
See full eligibility
Overview
This program provides financial assistance of up to $4,000 per business to support municipalities updating commercial signage in line with local linguistic reality. It aims to strengthen French linguistic vitality by helping municipal members design, produce and install new external signage in their communities.
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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 : 4,000 $
- Up to 60% of project cost
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- New Brunswick
Legal structures
- Public or Parapublic institution
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Language Minorities
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Updating and installing new commercial signage to reflect the community’s linguistic landscape.
- Developing and adopting a municipal policy or by-law on commercial language signage.
Documents Needed
- Final report including required information on completed signage work
- Receipts grouped in a single PDF, in chronological order with clear net totals
- Contact details of the person authorized to sign funding applications for the municipality
- Completed online application form responses
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Municipalities that are members of the Association francophone des municipalités du Nouveau-Brunswick (AFMNB).
Eligible expenses
- External design, fabrication and installation costs for commercial signage.
Eligible geographic areas
- Municipalities in the province of New Brunswick that are AFMNB members.
How to apply
- Step 1: Prepare Municipal Commitment
- Adopt a municipal council resolution confirming participation in the Afficher le paysage en français project.
- Confirm the municipality’s commitment to adopt a commercial signage language policy before March 2026.
- Step 2: Compile Application Information
- Gather contact information of the person authorized to sign funding applications.
- Prepare responses to all questions listed on the online form.
- Assemble all receipts into a single PDF, in chronological order with clear net totals.
- Step 3: Complete Online Form
- Access the encrypted Jotform platform via the provided web link.
- Enter all required information and upload the receipts PDF.
- Ensure all items in the reminder list are completed before starting, as work cannot be saved mid-way.
- Step 4: Submit Application
- Submit the full application via the online form by the end of the day on March 23, 2026.
- Click SUBMIT before closing the window to avoid losing the information entered.
Additional information
- Only expenses supported by detailed proof of payment will be accepted for reimbursement.
- The final report must be submitted by May 2026.
- The total fund envelope will be shared among municipalities based on the number of applications received.
- The fund is financed by the New Brunswick Department of Intergovernmental Affairs through the Program for the Provision of Services in the Official Languages.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Incentive Fund for Signage and Language Policies Program
What is the Incentive Fund for Signage and Language Policies?
This program provides financial assistance of up to $4,000 per business to support municipalities updating commercial signage in line with local linguistic reality. It aims to strengthen French linguistic vitality by helping municipal members design, produce and install new external signage in their communities.
How much funding can be received?
Incentive Fund for Signage and Language Policies Funds up to 60% of admissible expenses, capped at $4,000 per project.
Who is eligible for the Incentive Fund for Signage and Language Policies program?
To be eligible for the Incentive Fund for Signage and Language Policies program, you must:
Must be a member municipality of the AFMNB.
Must adopt a council resolution confirming participation.
Must commit to a commercial signage language policy by March 2026.
What expenses are eligible under Incentive Fund for Signage and Language Policies?
Updating and installing new commercial signage to reflect the community’s linguistic landscape.
Developing and adopting a municipal policy or by-law on commercial language signage.
Who can I contact for more information about the Incentive Fund for Signage and Language Policies?
You can contact Francophone Association of New Brunswick Municipalities (AFMNB) by email at communications@afmnb.org or by phone at 506-542-2622.
Where is the Incentive Fund for Signage and Language Policies available?
The Incentive Fund for Signage and Language Policies program is available the province of New Brunswick.
Is the Incentive Fund for Signage and Language Policies a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Incentive Fund for Signage and Language Policies is a Grant and Funding