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Last Update: March 24, 2026
Funding available
$ 10,000 - $ 50,000
Timeline
- Open continuously
Location
Quebec, Canada
Overview
The FMC+ program, a joint initiative by RECYC-QUÉBEC and La Ruche, offers up to $50,000 in additional funding for innovative projects in Quebec. It supports initiatives focused on waste reduction at the source and material reuse, while projects related exclusively to recycling are not eligible.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Reduce environmental footprint
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 50,000 $
- Minimum amount : 10,000 $
Timeline
- Open continuously
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Other services (except public administration)
- Public administration
Location
- Quebec
Legal structures
- For-profit business
- Financial cooperative
- Non-profit
- Sole proprietorship
- Public or Parapublic institution
- Non-financial cooperative
- Social economy enterprise
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Startups
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Environment
- Economic, Social and Community Development
Target groups
- General public
- Business owners / entrepreneurs
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- Provincial
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Development of products that replace single-use items.
- Tool library projects.
- Collaborative economy projects such as repair, resale, or short-term rental.
- Projects that transform surplus food into new products.
Documents Needed
- Project page on La Ruche, including the FAQ.
- Project budget using the provided template.
- Written partner confirmations, if available.
- Any supporting documents requested by the advisor.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Businesses of all types.
- Promoters of all types.
- Organizations based in Quebec.
Who is not eligible
- Projects linked exclusively to recycling.
- Projects focused only on scholarships.
- Projects with a political or religious purpose.
Eligible expenses
- Expenses related to the realization of the project, honoring promised rewards, and consistent with the project's impact, as outlined in the required budget.
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Projects linked exclusively to recycling.
- Projects whose only goal is awareness, training, or events.
- Projects related to energy, energy efficiency, or water.
- Individual projects without community impact.
- Projects focused only on making production processes less polluting.
Eligible geographic areas
- Quebec
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed by a committee to determine admissibility.
- If the project is approved, the crowdfunding campaign can go live.
- Processing takes about 3 weeks.
- Final payment may be refused if accountability is missing or incomplete.
- Additional supporting evidence may be requested after reporting.
Additional information
- The FMC+ fund includes a requirement to double the campaign goal, up to a maximum contribution of $50,000 from the fund, upon successful completion of the campaign.
- Project contributions must be collected within the campaign's allotted time frame to receive matching funds from FMC+ and contributors.
- A minimum number of contributors is required based on the campaign's financial goal to qualify the campaign as successful.
- Up to 80% of the FMC+ contribution is released within 45 days following the Stripe payment phase completion, with the remaining 20% contingent upon survey submission and verified expense declaration.
- The FMC+ fund imposes discretionary conditions based on project nature to safeguard the platform's integrity and contributors.
- The fund may retract funding if major conditions are not met, requiring reimbursement of previously disbursed amounts.
- Documentation proving compliance with funding conditions may be requested during the final financial reporting stage.
Frequently Asked Questions about the La Ruche — FMC+ Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the La Ruche — FMC+. 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 La Ruche — FMC+?
The FMC+ program, a joint initiative by RECYC-QUÉBEC and La Ruche, offers up to $50,000 in additional funding for innovative projects in Quebec. It supports initiatives focused on waste reduction at the source and material reuse, while projects related exclusively to recycling are not eligible.
How much funding can be received?
La Ruche — FMC+ Funds up to $50,000 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the La Ruche — FMC+ program?
To be eligible for the La Ruche — FMC+ program, you must:
New project focused on source reduction or reuse.
Promoter must use Stripe.
No other national public funding for the same project.
What expenses are eligible under La Ruche — FMC+?
Development of products that replace single-use items.
Tool library projects.
Collaborative economy projects such as repair, resale, or short-term rental.
Projects that transform surplus food into new products.
Where is the La Ruche — FMC+ available?
The La Ruche — FMC+ program is available the province of Quebec.
Who are the financial supporters of the La Ruche — FMC+?
La Ruche — FMC+ is funded by La Ruche, Recyc-Québec (RECYC-)