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Laurentides Tourism — Regional Partnership and Digital Transformation Agreement in Tourism (EPRTNT) – Structuring the regional tourism offering
Supports sustainable development of tourism initiatives in the Laurentides
Last Update: March 3, 2026
Funding available
$ 20,000 - $ 95,000
Timeline
- Closing date : December 15, 2025
Location
Laurentides, Quebec, Canada
Overview
The "Laurentides Tourism – Regional Partnership and Digital Transformation Agreement in Tourism (EPRTNT) – Structuring the regional tourism offering" provides non-repayable funding of up to $95,000 to support innovative and structuring projects that enhance the regional tourism offer, focusing on sustainable and responsible development. Eligible activities include the creation of thematic tourism routes, product development, improved access and mobility for visitors, and initiatives that demonstrate long-term regional impact.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase performance through digital transformation
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Develop a new product or service
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 95,000 $
- Minimum amount : 20,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Timeline
- Closing date : December 15, 2025
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Accommodation and food services
Location
- Laurentides
- Quebec
Legal structures
- Financial cooperative
- Non-profit
- Public or Parapublic institution
- For-profit business
- Non-financial cooperative
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Indigenous Peoples
- Rural or Northern Residents
- Canadians
- Startups
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- All industries
Target groups
- All the groups
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- All dimensions
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Implementation of themed tourist routes and circuits representative of the Laurentides region.
- Development of distinctive and identity-based regional tourism products.
- Initiatives to improve access, intermodality, and sustainable mobility for travelers within the region.
- Projects that enhance or structure the regional tourism experience through sustainable and collaborative approaches.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- For-profit tourism enterprises
- Non-profit tourism organizations
- Tourism cooperatives
- Municipal entities (e.g., cities, towns, MRCs)
- Recognized Indigenous communities, organizations, and tourism enterprises
- Regional tourism associations (with financial partner support)
- Groups composed of any of the above eligible applicants
Who is not eligible
- Provincial and federal government departments, agencies, and Crown corporations.
- Applicants listed in the Register of Enterprises Ineligible for Public Contracts.
- Companies not compliant with the French language requirements of the Office québécois de la langue française.
- Businesses operating bed and breakfasts, hotel condominiums (condotels), restaurants, or retail stores as their main activity.
- Companies involved in gambling or establishments dedicated primarily to the sale and consumption of alcohol.
Eligible expenses
- Fees for specialized firms or consultants.
- Travel expenses, within public sector standards, and general expenses, salaries, and benefits for human resources dedicated specifically to the project.
- Costs related to the purchase and installation of equipment necessary for the project’s structuring.
- Net taxes related to eligible expenses (excluding refundable portions).
Eligible geographic areas
- Laurentides region, Quebec
Additional information
- If financial aid granted to a project is $100,000 or more and the recipient is a for-profit entity with more than 100 employees, an equal access employment program must be implemented.
- Public tenders are required for construction contracts of $100,000 or more financed through this program.
- Organizations with 25 or more employees operating in Quebec for a six-month period must provide proof of compliance with the French language requirements.
- Projects involving construction or expansion on public sites with costs of $150,000 or more must follow Quebec's policy for the integration of arts into public buildings and environments.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Laurentides Tourism — Regional Partnership and Digital Transformation Agreement in Tourism (EPRTNT) – Structuring the regional tourism offering Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Laurentides Tourism — Regional Partnership and Digital Transformation Agreement in Tourism (EPRTNT) – Structuring the regional tourism offering. 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 Laurentides Tourism — Regional Partnership and Digital Transformation Agreement in Tourism (EPRTNT) – Structuring the regional tourism offering?
The "Laurentides Tourism – Regional Partnership and Digital Transformation Agreement in Tourism (EPRTNT) – Structuring the regional tourism offering" provides non-repayable funding of up to $95,000 to support innovative and structuring projects that enhance the regional tourism offer, focusing on sustainable and responsible development. Eligible activities include the creation of thematic tourism routes, product development, improved access and mobility for visitors, and initiatives that demonstrate long-term regional impact.
How much funding can be received?
Laurentides Tourism — Regional Partnership and Digital Transformation Agreement in Tourism (EPRTNT) – Structuring the regional tourism offering Funds up to 50% of admissible expenses, capped at $95,000 per project.
Who is eligible for the Laurentides Tourism — Regional Partnership and Digital Transformation Agreement in Tourism (EPRTNT) – Structuring the regional tourism offering program?
To be eligible for the Laurentides Tourism — Regional Partnership and Digital Transformation Agreement in Tourism (EPRTNT) – Structuring the regional tourism offering program, you must:
The applicant must be a legally constituted tourism business, non-profit, cooperative, municipal entity, or Indigenous organization in Quebec or Canada.
The organization must operate in Quebec and comply with local laws and regulations.
Applicants must not be on the Register of enterprises ineligible for public contracts or non-compliant with OQLF francization requirements.
What expenses are eligible under Laurentides Tourism — Regional Partnership and Digital Transformation Agreement in Tourism (EPRTNT) – Structuring the regional tourism offering?
Implementation of themed tourist routes and circuits representative of the Laurentides region.
Development of distinctive and identity-based regional tourism products.
Initiatives to improve access, intermodality, and sustainable mobility for travelers within the region.
Projects that enhance or structure the regional tourism experience through sustainable and collaborative approaches.
Who can I contact for more information about the Laurentides Tourism — Regional Partnership and Digital Transformation Agreement in Tourism (EPRTNT) – Structuring the regional tourism offering?
You can contact Laurentides Tourism by email at eprtnt@laurentides.com or by phone at 4504368532.
Where is the Laurentides Tourism — Regional Partnership and Digital Transformation Agreement in Tourism (EPRTNT) – Structuring the regional tourism offering available?
The Laurentides Tourism — Regional Partnership and Digital Transformation Agreement in Tourism (EPRTNT) – Structuring the regional tourism offering program is available Laurentides, Quebec.
Is the Laurentides Tourism — Regional Partnership and Digital Transformation Agreement in Tourism (EPRTNT) – Structuring the regional tourism offering a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Laurentides Tourism — Regional Partnership and Digital Transformation Agreement in Tourism (EPRTNT) – Structuring the regional tourism offering is a Grant and Funding