MRC Kamouraska — Support Program for Innovative Projects for Cultural Development and Community Animation - QC - Canada

MRC Kamouraska — Support Program for Innovative Projects for Cultural Development and Community Animation

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QC, Canada
Innovative cultural development and community animation grant program
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  • grant_single|closingDate February 28, 2024
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Grant and Funding
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  • Arts, entertainment and recreation
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  • MRC Kamouraska
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The grant provides funding up to $4,000 for innovative cultural development projects that use bold approaches involving cultural mediation, participatory activities, new technologies, public events, and street art. Eligible activities include professional fees, salaries, artist fees, purchase of necessary materials, travel expenses, and promotional activities related to the project.

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This grant provides financial support to stimulate innovative cultural projects by offering several financing options that facilitate project completion and impact maximization.
  • Maximum funding available per application is $4,000.
  • Grant funding requires a contribution from the promoter of 10% in cash.
  • Eligible expenses for funding include professional fees, artist salaries, purchase of project-related materials, travel expenses, and project promotion activities.
  • Ineligible expenses include operational costs, debts, and expenses incurred prior to funding approval.

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This grant supports innovative projects that redefine cultural norms and enhance community engagement through bold initiatives. Eligible activities aim to integrate new technologies and unique cultural offerings within the community.
  • Cultural mediation and participatory activities.
  • Utilization of new technologies such as multimedia projections and virtual reality.
  • Activities conducted outside traditional venues, including in situ installations and street art.
  • Projects promoting public space animations and engaging the young audience.
  • Activities enhancing existing tourism events and commemorative festivals.
  • Projects anchored in local heritage and territory.
  • Cultivating disciplines not currently present within the community.
  • Development of collaborative and cross-disciplinary projects.

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Eligibility for this grant is determined by the type of entities that can partner and apply for support.
  • The applicant must be a non-profit organization, municipality, or a religious fabric.
  • Individual artists and artisans may apply if collaborating with an eligible organization.

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The grant is open to various entities that can foster cultural and innovative community projects. It aims to bring together diverse collaborators to enhance cultural offerings.
  • Non-profit organizations
  • Municipalities
  • Fabriques
  • Artists and artisans who collaborate with one of the above partners

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The grant covers specific expenses directly related to the execution and success of the project.
  • Professional fees.
  • Salaries and wages.
  • Artist fees.
  • Purchase of materials related to the project implementation.
  • Travel expenses.
  • Promotion activities related to the project.

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This grant is focused on supporting innovative cultural projects within the jurisdiction specific to the funding body, based in the Kamouraska region, Quebec, Canada. However, no explicit eligible geographical areas are mentioned.

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The evaluation and selection of projects for this grant are based on specific criteria with allocated point scores to ensure alignment with the grant’s objectives.
  • Pertinence (coherence with the objectives) - 20%
  • Impact on the community and the organization - 30%
  • Quality and originality - 15%
  • Community involvement - 20%
  • Feasibility and financial framework - 15%

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Download the necessary documents
  • Download the Program Description - Innovative projects for cultural development and community engagement in the Documents section.
  • Download the Application Form_EDC and the Budget Form EDC if available.
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Fill out the application form
  • Complete the application form by providing all required information about the project and the applicant organization.
  • Develop a detailed budget using the Form - EDC Budget.
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Check the evaluation criteria
Ensure that the project meets the evaluation criteria: Relevance, Outcomes/impacts, Quality and originality, Community involvement, Feasibility and financial framework.
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Send the request
Send the application form and all required documents to Jeanne Maguire by email at the address jmaguire@mrckamouraska.com or by post to the indicated address.

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Here are additional relevant details for this grant:
  • The total budget for all projects combined is $25,000 per year.
  • The maximum amount that can be requested per application is $4,000.
  • The contribution of the promoter must be at least 10% in cash.
  • The deadline for submitting applications is February 28, 2024.

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jmaguire@mrckamouraska.com
418-492-1660

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