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Le Fonds d’initiatives locales (FIL) Village
Financial support for local socio-economic and cultural projects
Last Update: March 4, 2026
Funding available
$ 50,000
Timeline
- Open Date : September 18, 2025
- Closing date : November 28, 2025
Location
Montreal, Montréal, Quebec, Canada
Overview
The Fonds d’initiatives locales (FIL) Village offers up to $50,000 in non-repayable funding per project. It supports local initiatives that improve quality of life and contribute to socio-economic, cultural, and sustainable development in the Village sector.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Reduce environmental footprint
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 50,000 $
Timeline
- Open Date : September 18, 2025
- Closing date : November 28, 2025
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Retail trade
- Information and cultural industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Other services (except public administration)
- Public administration
Location
- Montreal
- Montréal
- Quebec
Legal structures
- Financial cooperative
- Non-profit
- Public or Parapublic institution
- Non-financial cooperative
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- 2SLGBTQI+
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Culture and Arts
- Economic, Social and Community Development
- Diversity and Inclusion
Target groups
- General public
- LGBTQ+ community
- Business owners / entrepreneurs
- Artists / creatives
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- Local
- Municipal
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Local revitalization initiatives that improve quality of life in the Village.
- Projects supporting cultural venues and mixed-use establishments.
- Initiatives that promote 2SLGBTQ+ entrepreneurship and innovation.
- Temporary activation of vacant spaces.
Documents Needed
- Project financial structure
- Declaration of compliance with the Charter of the French Language
- Board of directors resolution
- Letters patent
- List of board members
- Latest financial statements
- Project schedule
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Legally constituted non-profit organizations
- Legally constituted cooperatives
Who is not eligible
- For-profit businesses and individuals
- Projects of a sexual, political, or religious nature
- Projects that create market distortion or do not meet a real local need
Eligible expenses
- Start-up costs
- Leasehold improvements
- Equipment
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- General operating expenses, including labour costs tied to day-to-day operations
- Service sponsorships and service exchanges received by the organization
- Expenses to cover an organization’s deficit or a project delivery partner’s deficit
Eligible geographic areas
- The Village sector of Montréal, in the Ville-Marie borough, between rue Saint-Hubert, avenue De Lorimier, boulevard René-Lévesque Est, and rue Sherbrooke Est.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed by a jury made up of representatives from PME MTL Centre-Ville, the Ville-Marie borough, and the City of Montréal.
- Eligible projects are assessed against the program’s evaluation criteria and weighting factors.
- Successful applicants are announced in March-April 2026.
Additional information
- Local support letters are strongly recommended.
- Certain permits or occupancy certificates may be required depending on the project.
- The jury may not award the full available amount if projects do not meet the criteria.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Le Fonds d’initiatives locales (FIL) Village Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Le Fonds d’initiatives locales (FIL) Village. 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 Le Fonds d’initiatives locales (FIL) Village?
The Fonds d’initiatives locales (FIL) Village offers up to $50,000 in non-repayable funding per project. It supports local initiatives that improve quality of life and contribute to socio-economic, cultural, and sustainable development in the Village sector.
How much funding can be received?
Le Fonds d’initiatives locales (FIL) Village Funds up to $50,000 of admissible expenses.
What is the deadline to apply?
The application deadline for this grant program was November 28, 2025.
Who is eligible for the Le Fonds d’initiatives locales (FIL) Village program?
To be eligible for the Le Fonds d’initiatives locales (FIL) Village program, you must:
Legally constituted NPO or cooperative.
Project in Montréal’s Village sector.
Socio-economic, cultural, or sustainable impact.
What expenses are eligible under Le Fonds d’initiatives locales (FIL) Village?
Local revitalization initiatives that improve quality of life in the Village.
Projects supporting cultural venues and mixed-use establishments.
Initiatives that promote 2SLGBTQ+ entrepreneurship and innovation.
Temporary activation of vacant spaces.
Who can I contact for more information about the Le Fonds d’initiatives locales (FIL) Village?
You can contact PME MTL (PME) by email at aleclerc@pmemtl.com or by phone at 5148790555.
Where is the Le Fonds d’initiatives locales (FIL) Village available?
The Le Fonds d’initiatives locales (FIL) Village program is available Montréal, Quebec.