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MRC Kamouraska — Support Program for the Start-up of Religious Heritage Projects

Support for religious heritage project start-up
MRC Kamouraska (MRC)
Last Update: April 29, 2026
Funding available
Varies by project
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
  • Start a business
  • Renovate or adapt facilities
Eligible Funding
  • Varies by project
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

Selection criteria

  • Alignment with program objectives
  • Impact on the community
  • Impact on the organization
  • Feasibility and financial framework

How to apply

  • Step 1: Complete the application form
    • Fill out the available application form.
  • Step 2: Prepare the budget form
    • Complete the budget template provided by the MRC.
  • Step 3: Submit the application
    • Send the completed form by email or by mail to the 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

accueil@mrckamouraska.com
418 492-1660

Frequently Asked Questions about the MRC Kamouraska — Support Program for the Start-up of Religious Heritage Projects Program

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 MRC Kamouraska (MRC) 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 MRC Kamouraska (MRC)