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MRC Kamouraska — Support Program for the Start-up of Religious Heritage Projects
Support for religious heritage project start-up
Last Update: April 9, 2026
Funding available
No Condition
Timeline
- Open continuously
Location
Bas-Saint-Laurent, Quebec, Canada
Overview
This program provides up to $4,000 per application to support the start-up of religious heritage projects. It funds new uses and pilot projects in churches and chapels, including feasibility studies, professional fees, furnishings, light equipment, and site fitting-out work.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Renovate or adapt facilities
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Timeline
- Open continuously
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Location
- Kamouraska
- Bas-Saint-Laurent
- Quebec
Legal structures
- Non-profit
- Public or Parapublic institution
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Religious Congregations and Associations
Target groups
- Rural / Remote communities
- Nonprofits / charities
- Community leaders
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- Local
- Municipal
- Regional
Next steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Start-up projects for new uses in churches and chapels
- Pilot projects in churches and chapels
Documents Needed
- Completed application form
- Completed budget template
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Non-profit organizations
- Municipalities
- Fabriques
Eligible expenses
- Feasibility studies and sketches
- Professional fees, including architects, engineers, and designers
- Furniture and light equipment
- Site fitting-out work
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Operating expenses
- Loans and debts
- Expenses incurred before the funding announcement
- Events
- Construction and renovation work
Eligible geographic areas
- MRC Kamouraska
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed against the program’s objectives and evaluation criteria.
- Projects are assessed for relevance, community impact, organizational impact, and feasibility.
Additional information
- Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.
- The promoter contribution must be 10% in cash.
- Application forms and a budget template are available from the MRC Kamouraska website.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the MRC Kamouraska — Support Program for the Start-up of Religious Heritage Projects Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the MRC Kamouraska — Support Program for the Start-up of Religious Heritage Projects. 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 MRC Kamouraska — Support Program for the Start-up of Religious Heritage Projects?
This program provides up to $4,000 per application to support the start-up of religious heritage projects. It funds new uses and pilot projects in churches and chapels, including feasibility studies, professional fees, furnishings, light equipment, and site fitting-out work.
Who is eligible for the MRC Kamouraska — Support Program for the Start-up of Religious Heritage Projects program?
To be eligible for the MRC Kamouraska — Support Program for the Start-up of Religious Heritage Projects program, you must:
New use or pilot project
For churches or chapels
Heritage preservation focus
What expenses are eligible under MRC Kamouraska — Support Program for the Start-up of Religious Heritage Projects?
Start-up projects for new uses in churches and chapels
Pilot projects in churches and chapels
Who can I contact for more information about the MRC Kamouraska — Support Program for the Start-up of Religious Heritage Projects?
You can contact La Pocatière by email at accueil@mrckamouraska.com or by phone at 418 492-1660.
Where is the MRC Kamouraska — Support Program for the Start-up of Religious Heritage Projects available?
The MRC Kamouraska — Support Program for the Start-up of Religious Heritage Projects program is available Bas-Saint-Laurent, Quebec.
Is the MRC Kamouraska — Support Program for the Start-up of Religious Heritage Projects a grant, loan, or tax credit?
MRC Kamouraska — Support Program for the Start-up of Religious Heritage Projects is a Grant and Funding
Who are the financial supporters of the MRC Kamouraska — Support Program for the Start-up of Religious Heritage Projects?
MRC Kamouraska — Support Program for the Start-up of Religious Heritage Projects is funded by La Pocatière
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