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Intergovernmental Cooperation on Minority Language Education
Supports minority-language education initiatives
Last Update: April 29, 2026
Funding available
Varies by project
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Quebec, Canada
Overview
This program supports minority-language education initiatives through federal-provincial and territorial cooperation. It funds eligible education, administration, training, student support, and related projects, with a maximum funding amount not specified in the source.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Develop team skills
- Develop a new program or service
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Public administration
Location
- Quebec
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
- Minority language education initiatives.
- Program development and teacher training initiatives.
- Interprovincial, interterritorial, or pan-Canadian education projects.
Documents Needed
- Action plan
- Overview of minority language education programs
- Baseline performance data and indicators
- Consultation process description
- Budget breakdown by fiscal year
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Provincial governments.
- Territorial governments.
- The Council of Ministers of Education, Canada (CMEC).
Eligible expenses
- Support and administration costs for minority language education.
- Program development, teacher training, and professional staff development.
- Student support costs.
- Eligible capital project costs and other agreed expenditures under federal-provincial or territorial agreements.
- Interprovincial, interterritorial, or pan-Canadian project costs.
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Contractual commitments made before financial support is confirmed by the Department.
Eligible geographic areas
- Canada
- Quebec
- Provinces and territories outside Quebec
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed against the program’s evaluation criteria and available funds.
- Funding decisions are made by the Minister of Canadian Heritage.
- Approved funding is issued under a contribution agreement.
- The agreement sets reporting requirements and payment conditions.
Additional information
- Applications may be submitted at any time during the fiscal year.
- Funding decisions are made by the Minister of Canadian Heritage.
- Contributions are governed by a contribution agreement.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Intergovernmental Cooperation on Minority Language Education Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Intergovernmental Cooperation on Minority Language Education. 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 Intergovernmental Cooperation on Minority Language Education?
This program supports minority-language education initiatives through federal-provincial and territorial cooperation. It funds eligible education, administration, training, student support, and related projects, with a maximum funding amount not specified in the source.
Who is eligible for the Intergovernmental Cooperation on Minority Language Education program?
To be eligible for the Intergovernmental Cooperation on Minority Language Education program, you must:
Provincial or territorial governments.
CMEC.
Minority language education initiatives.
What expenses are eligible under Intergovernmental Cooperation on Minority Language Education?
Minority language education initiatives.
Program development and teacher training initiatives.
Interprovincial, interterritorial, or pan-Canadian education projects.
Who can I contact for more information about the Intergovernmental Cooperation on Minority Language Education?
You can contact Department of Canadian Heritage (LJI) by email at pch.dglo-olsp.pch@canada.ca or by phone at 819-994-2222.
Where is the Intergovernmental Cooperation on Minority Language Education available?
The Intergovernmental Cooperation on Minority Language Education program is available the province of Quebec.
Is the Intergovernmental Cooperation on Minority Language Education a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Intergovernmental Cooperation on Minority Language Education is a Partnering and Collaboration
Who are the financial supporters of the Intergovernmental Cooperation on Minority Language Education?
Intergovernmental Cooperation on Minority Language Education is funded by Department of Canadian Heritage (LJI)