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MRC La Jacques-Cartier — Capitale-Nationale Region Fund
Support for regional economic development projects
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Funding available
$ 800,000
Deadline
Open continuously
Location
Capitale-Nationale, Quebec, Canada
Who can apply
Individuals wishing to start a business, if they are 18 years of age or older, are Canadian citizens or have permanent resident status, and have their principal residence in Québec.
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Overview
The 2026 Fonds de la région de la Capitale-Nationale supports eligible businesses, cooperatives, non-profit organizations, municipalities, Indigenous communities and start-up promoters whose projects strengthen the vitality, development and reach of the Capitale-Nationale region in the MRC of La Jacques-Cartier. Eligible support may cover studies and professional services, project implementation, equipment and non-residential construction or development costs.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop a new product or service
- Reduce environmental footprint
- Start a business
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 800,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Funds Providers
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- La Jacques-Cartier
- Capitale-Nationale
- Quebec
Legal structures
- Non-profit
- Sole proprietorship
- Public or Parapublic institution
- Non-financial cooperative
- For-profit business
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Culture and Arts
- Economic, Social and Community Development
Target groups
- Rural / Remote communities
- Business owners / entrepreneurs
- Nonprofits / charities
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- Regional
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Availability timeline
2026
Periods: 1
Activities funded
- Sectoral development agreements eligible under the policy.
- Preparation of plans and studies relating to the development of the project.
- Construction, development, implementation or establishment of the project.
Documents Needed
- The completed and signed 2026 FRCN application form. A complete business plan or, where applicable, a detailed project description identifying the project manager, objectives, deliverables, schedule, stakeholders, budget, cost breakdown and funding sources, economic benefits and three-year financial projections. Evidence that the policy’s eligibility criteria are met. Financial statements for the last three years, where applicable, or an opening balance sheet for a start-up. Partner support or recommendation letters and confirmation of support from the municipality or municipalities concerned. Confirmation of partner funding, selected bids and other evidence of costs and investments. A board or shareholder resolution authorizing the project manager to submit the application and sign the agreement. The MRC may request additional documents. Development files led and delivered by the MRC or SDE are exempt from the standard application-document steps.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Individuals wishing to start a business, if they are 18 years of age or older, are Canadian citizens or have permanent resident status, and have their principal residence in Québec.
- Private businesses and cooperatives duly registered with the Québec Enterprise Register.
- Non-profit organizations duly registered with the Québec Enterprise Register.
- The Regional County Municipality of La Jacques-Cartier and the municipalities that comprise it.
- Indigenous communities or nations recognized by the National Assembly.
Who is not eligible
- Departments, agencies, state-owned corporations and their subsidiaries, as well as any company or enterprise controlled directly or indirectly by a provincial or federal government.
- Businesses protected under the Companies' Creditors Arrangement Act or the Bankruptcy and Insolvency Act.
- Businesses listed in the Register of Enterprises Ineligible for Public Contracts (RENA).
- Organizations that, during the two years preceding the application, failed to meet their obligations after formal notice when awarded a previous grant, as well as organizations that do not meet the high standards of integrity expected.
- Seasonal businesses, unless the project aims to diversify activities over more than one season.
Eligible expenses
- Expenses directly related to carrying out the project, including salaries and benefits, rent, travel expenses, the acquisition of data, materials and equipment, as well as reporting.
- Expenses for preparing plans and studies relating to the development of the project, including salaries and benefits as well as professional and contractual fees.
- Construction, development, implementation or establishment costs for the project.
- Contingency costs for construction, renovation or development projects, up to a maximum of 10 %.
- Eligible administrative expenses, up to a maximum of 10 % of the project's eligible expenses before taxes; for a sectoral development agreement, administrative expenses may amount to 10 % of the grant awarded.
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Ineligible projects include those funded by PAAR, those that do not meet the FRCN objectives or statutory purpose, projects already completed or underway before the application, projects contrary to MRC policies, projects replacing existing government support or regular planned spending, and discriminatory, controversial or reputational-risk projects. Annex 1 examples include sexual, religious or political activities; weapons; gambling, divination and pawn shops; travel or placement agencies; bars and breweries; gas stations and car washes; physical or mental health services; art galleries; daycares; real-estate management or brokerage; financial and insurance brokerage; professional practices; restaurants; hair and beauty salons; pet boarding or grooming; event businesses; regulated construction trades; and retail. The policy allows limited case-by-case exceptions, including certain structuring tourism accommodations and independent local retailers. Ineligible expenses include decontamination or residential construction/renovation/conversion, cash prizes, operating deficits, debt repayment or working-capital replenishment, pre-application or completed-project expenses, unrelated expenses, business relocation from outside the region, recoverable QST/GST, interest and financing instruments, lobbying and certain personal-liability legal fees.
Eligible geographic areas
- MRC of La Jacques-Cartier
Selection criteria
- Project relevance: alignment with the FRCN objectives and the MRC’s intervention priorities.
- Structuring effect: potential economic impact, including jobs, investment, ripple effects, and visibility.
- Project feasibility: technical feasibility, sustainability, financing, financial vitality, and the promoter’s capacity to deliver the project.
How to apply
- Before submitting, the promoter must meet with a business advisor to validate the project and the required documentation. Complete and sign the 2026 FRCN application form and assemble all required supporting documents. Projects may be submitted at any time; when the MRC announces a call for projects, applications must follow the specific terms of that call. Submit the complete file by email to mrcjc@mrc.jacques-cartier.com with “Projet FRCN” in the subject line, or by mail to the MRC of La Jacques-Cartier, 60 St-Patrick, Shannon, QC G3S 1P8.
Processing and Agreement
- All authorized projects must be covered by a financial assistance agreement between the beneficiary and the MRC.
- The MRC pays an initial tranche upon signing the agreement.
- Remaining amounts are paid according to the project’s nature, duration, and expected deliverables.
- Subsequent payments depend on acceptance of the accountability documents required by the MRC.
- The agreement sets out the beneficiary’s obligations and project visibility requirements.
Additional information
- Projects are analyzed jointly by the MRC and SDE of La Jacques-Cartier, except when one of them is the promoter; selected projects are approved by the MRC council. Applications are accepted at any time. When the MRC announces a call for projects, the terms and deadline stated in that call apply. The MRC may request additional documents, analysis begins only when the file is complete, and an incomplete file submitted under a call for projects may be rejected without review. Eligibility does not guarantee funding and all awards remain subject to evaluation and available funds.
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Frequently Asked Questions about the MRC La Jacques-Cartier — Capitale-Nationale Region Fund Program
What is the MRC La Jacques-Cartier — Capitale-Nationale Region Fund?
The 2026 Fonds de la région de la Capitale-Nationale supports eligible businesses, cooperatives, non-profit organizations, municipalities, Indigenous communities and start-up promoters whose projects strengthen the vitality, development and reach of the Capitale-Nationale region in the MRC of La Jacques-Cartier. Eligible support may cover studies and professional services, project implementation, equipment and non-residential construction or development costs.
How much funding can be received?
MRC La Jacques-Cartier — Capitale-Nationale Region Fund Funds up to 50% of admissible expenses, capped at $800,000 per project.
What is the deadline to apply?
The program is accepting continuous intake
Who is eligible for the MRC La Jacques-Cartier — Capitale-Nationale Region Fund program?
To be eligible for the MRC La Jacques-Cartier — Capitale-Nationale Region Fund program, you must:
The project must be carried out in the MRC of La Jacques-Cartier.
The project must have a significant impact on the territory.
The project must be supported by the municipalities concerned.
What expenses are eligible under MRC La Jacques-Cartier — Capitale-Nationale Region Fund?
Sectoral development agreements eligible under the policy.
Preparation of plans and studies relating to the development of the project.
Construction, development, implementation or establishment of the project.
Who can I contact for more information about the MRC La Jacques-Cartier — Capitale-Nationale Region Fund?
You can contact MRC La Jacques-Cartier by email at mrcjc@mrc.jacques-cartier.com or by phone at 4188442160.
Where is the MRC La Jacques-Cartier — Capitale-Nationale Region Fund available?
The MRC La Jacques-Cartier — Capitale-Nationale Region Fund program is available Capitale-Nationale, Quebec.