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La Tuque Youth Budget – Funding Policy

Funding for youth projects in La Tuque

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Funding available
$ 5,000
Deadline
Open continuously
Location
La Tuque, Quebec, Canada
Who can apply
Youth aged 12 to 25.
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Overview

This program provides non-repayable funding of up to $5,000 per project for youth initiatives in La Tuque. It supports youth-led activities, events, and youth infrastructure projects that strengthen community engagement and quality of life.

At a glance

Funding available

Maximum funding
$5,000
Financing goals
  • Develop a new program or service
  • Increase social or community impact
  • Enhance an existing program
  • Raise awareness or mobilize a population
  • Renovate or adapt facilities

Eligible candidates

Location
  • La Tuque
  • Mauricie
  • Quebec
Eligible Industries
All industries
Annual revenue
All revenue ranges
Organisation size
All organization sizes
Audience
  • Youth (<40)
Legal structures
All legal structures

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Availability timeline

2026
Periods: 1

Eligibility

Who is eligible?

  • Youth aged 12 to 25.
  • A group of young people aged 12 to 25.
  • Adult-accompanied entrepreneurial projects involving children or youth in a school setting.

Who is not eligible

  • Projects without active youth involvement.
  • Fundraising projects.
  • Travel-related projects.
  • Projects benefiting only one person.
  • Already existing or previously completed projects.

Eligible expenses

  • Equipment purchase or rental needed for the project.
  • Room or venue rental.
  • Materials and supplies.
  • Artist fees, sound or animation services, and permits.
  • Non-alcoholic food and beverages.
  • Some project follow-up expenses.

Ineligible Costs and Activities

  • Salaries or compensation for project leaders.
  • Tobacco, alcohol, and similar substances.
  • Expenses linked to an already completed project.
  • Materials purchased without active youth involvement.
  • Fundraising projects, trips, and projects benefiting only one person.

Eligible geographic areas

  • Agglomeration of La Tuque.

Activities funded

  • Youth-led projects or projects led by a young group.
  • Entrepreneurial projects supported by an adult from the primary school environment.
  • Youth activities, events, and youth infrastructure projects.
  • Projects that strengthen social engagement, learning, and youth vitality.

How to apply

  • Step 1: Choose an accompaniment and prepare the project
    • Work with a mandated organization or other approved accompanier.
    • Develop the project and complete the more detailed form.
  • Step 2: Submit the application
    • Submit the project through Google Form, at the SDÉF office, or through a representative of CJE, Maison de Jeunes, or CAALT.
  • Step 3: Review and recommendation
    • The youth budget committee reviews the project and checks eligibility.
    • The committee sends a recommendation to the vitalization committee and then to the agglomeration council.
  • Step 4: Decision and confirmation
    • If accepted, the project is confirmed by resolution at the next public agglomeration meeting.
    • Wait for official acceptance before starting any expenses.

Documents Needed

  • Completed Google Form or submission form.
  • Detailed project form prepared with the support of an accompanying organization.
  • Proof of actual project expenses.

Selection criteria

  • Alignment with youth vitality and community needs.
  • Relevance and realism of the project.
  • Ability to be completed within 6 months.
  • Potential to benefit the largest number of young people.

Processing and Agreement

  • Applications are first reviewed by the youth budget committee.
  • The committee checks eligibility and alignment with program objectives.
  • Projects benefiting the largest number of young people are prioritized.
  • The committee makes a recommendation to the vitalization committee and then to the agglomeration council.
  • Approved projects are confirmed by resolution at the next public agglomeration meeting.

Additional information

  • Youth applicants must be accompanied by a mandated organization.
  • Projects are first analyzed by the youth budget committee before a recommendation is made.
  • Projects benefiting the largest number of young people are prioritized.
  • Acceptance must be confirmed before any project expenses are incurred.
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Frequently Asked Questions about the La Tuque Youth Budget – Funding Policy Program

What is the La Tuque Youth Budget – Funding Policy?

This program provides non-repayable funding of up to $5,000 per project for youth initiatives in La Tuque. It supports youth-led activities, events, and youth infrastructure projects that strengthen community engagement and quality of life.

How much funding can be received?

La Tuque Youth Budget – Funding Policy Funds up to $5,000 of admissible expenses.

What is the deadline to apply?

The program is accepting continuous intake

Who is eligible for the La Tuque Youth Budget – Funding Policy program?

To be eligible for the La Tuque Youth Budget – Funding Policy program, you must: Youth-led or youth-involved project. Realistic project with community impact. Project located in La Tuque area.

What expenses are eligible under La Tuque Youth Budget – Funding Policy?

Equipment purchase or rental needed for the project. Room or venue rental. Materials and supplies. Artist fees, sound or animation services, and permits. Non-alcoholic food and beverages. Some project follow-up expenses.

Where is the La Tuque Youth Budget – Funding Policy available?

The La Tuque Youth Budget – Funding Policy program is available Mauricie, Quebec.

Is the La Tuque Youth Budget – Funding Policy a grant, loan, or tax credit?

La Tuque Youth Budget – Funding Policy is a Grant and Funding