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La Ruche — FMC+
Supports innovative waste reduction and eco-friendly projects in Quebec
Last Update: March 24, 2026
Funding available
$ 10,000 - $ 50,000
Timeline
- Open continuously
Location
Quebec, Canada
Overview
The FMC+ grant, a joint initiative by RECYC-QUÉBEC and La Ruche, offers a maximum funding of $50,000 to innovative projects in Quebec that focus on waste reduction at the source, material reuse, and pollution prevention. Projects related to recycling are not eligible under this program.
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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
- Financial cooperative
- Non-profit
- Public or Parapublic institution
- For-profit business
- Sole proprietorship
- Social economy enterprise
- Non-financial cooperative
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
- Opening a zero-waste grocery store or addressing specific needs within such a store.
- Developing products that replace single-use items with a lower environmental impact.
- Implementing tool libraries projects.
- Projects related to collaborative or functional economy (maintenance, repair, resale, short-term rental).
- Projects aiming to transform "ugly" foods into new products.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Businesses across various sectors in the province of Quebec that are involved in waste management practices such as source reduction, reuse, and waste prevention.
- Promoters of eco-friendly projects throughout Quebec.
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.
Eligible geographic areas
- Province of Quebec
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+ grant, a joint initiative by RECYC-QUÉBEC and La Ruche, offers a maximum funding of $50,000 to innovative projects in Quebec that focus on waste reduction at the source, material reuse, and pollution prevention. Projects related to recycling are not eligible under this program.
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:
The program is open to businesses of all types and accessible to promoters throughout Quebec.
A campaign must have a minimum financial goal of $5,000 on La Ruche, with no maximum, but FMC+ will match up to $50,000.
The project must not have received other national public funding or support from RECYC-QUÉBEC for the same project.
What expenses are eligible under La Ruche — FMC+?
Opening a zero-waste grocery store or addressing specific needs within such a store.
Developing products that replace single-use items with a lower environmental impact.
Implementing tool libraries projects.
Projects related to collaborative or functional economy (maintenance, repair, resale, short-term rental).
Projects aiming to transform "ugly" foods 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