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Local Road Assistance Program — Restoration Component - Quebec - Canada
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Source verified May 19, 2026

Local Road Assistance Program — Restoration Component

Financial support for restoring local roads
Offered by
Government of Québec
Funding available
$ 5,000,000
Deadline
Open continuously
Opened April 1, 2026
Location
Quebec, Canada
Who can apply

Local municipalities under 100,000 residents

See full eligibility

Overview

This program provides financial assistance to municipalities for restoring local roads after an unforeseen event. It supports road repair work, safe traffic restoration, and related temporary measures on eligible local roads.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.

At a glance

Funding available

Financing goals
  • Improve governance or administrative structure
  • Increase production or service capacity
  • Increase operational productivity
Eligible Funding
  • Maximum amount : 5,000,000 $
  • Up to 75% of project cost
Funds Providers

Eligible candidates

Eligible Industries
  • All industries
Location
  • Quebec
Legal structures
  • Public or Parapublic institution
Annual revenue
  • All revenue ranges
Organisation size
  • All organization sizes
Audience
  • All groups

Next Steps

1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility

Activities funded

  • Repairing damaged road sections after an unforeseen event
  • Temporary works to reopen the road to traffic
  • Measures ensuring safe circulation for users
  • Works maintaining the movement of goods and people

Documents Needed

  • Completed application form
  • Municipal council resolution
  • Inspection sheet
  • Signed and sealed plans and specifications by an engineer
  • Photos of the site before work begins

Eligibility

Who is eligible?

  • Local municipalities under 100,000 residents
  • Regional county municipalities (MRCs)

Who is not eligible

  • Municipalities with 100,000 residents or more
  • Projects already funded by the Ministère de la Sécurité publique
  • Projects focused only on level crossings or rest areas

Eligible expenses

  • Direct costs related to the work
  • Incidental costs
  • Non-refundable taxes
  • Direct costs incurred after the inspection date and before the announcement letter, where allowed

Ineligible Costs and Activities

  • Projects financed in whole or in part by the Ministère de la Sécurité publique
  • Paving gravel roads
  • Projects focused only on level crossings or rest areas
  • Costs not directly related to the unforeseen event

Eligible geographic areas

  • Quebec

How to apply

  • Step 1: Report the road issue to the Ministry as soon as restoration is needed.
    • Notify the Ministère des Transports et de la Mobilité durable immediately.
  • Step 2: Prepare the application file
    • Complete the application form.
    • Obtain the municipal council resolution.
    • Prepare the inspection sheet, plans, specifications, and site photos.
    • Select the source used to calculate eligible aid.
  • Step 3: Submit through PES
    • File the application online through the PES portal.
    • Submit within 12 months of the unforeseen event.
  • Step 4: Follow up if needed
    • Provide any additional information requested by the Ministry.
    • Use the PES follow-up function to add missing documents if allowed.

Processing and Agreement

  • Applications are reviewed for eligibility and completeness.
  • The Ministry may request clarifications or additional documents.
  • Applicants receive a letter of acceptance or refusal.
  • Approved beneficiaries may need to sign an engagement agreement before payment.
  • Final payment is made after the reporting documents are accepted.

Additional information

  • Applications are submitted through the Ministry's online service (PES) for this component.
  • Projects are reviewed against program rules and budget availability.
  • Successful applicants receive a letter of announcement confirming the approved assistance.
  • A visibility protocol applies to beneficiaries.

Contacts

aideVL@transports.gouv.qc.ca
418 266-6647

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Frequently Asked Questions about the Local Road Assistance Program — Restoration Component Program

What is the Local Road Assistance Program — Restoration Component?

This program provides financial assistance to municipalities for restoring local roads after an unforeseen event. It supports road repair work, safe traffic restoration, and related temporary measures on eligible local roads.

How much funding can be received?

Local Road Assistance Program — Restoration Component Funds up to 75% of admissible expenses, capped at $5,000,000 per project.

Who is eligible for the Local Road Assistance Program — Restoration Component program?

To be eligible for the Local Road Assistance Program — Restoration Component program, you must: Local municipalities under 100,000 residents MRCs responsible for local roads in unorganized territories Level 1 or 2 local roads only

What expenses are eligible under Local Road Assistance Program — Restoration Component?

Repairing damaged road sections after an unforeseen event Temporary works to reopen the road to traffic Measures ensuring safe circulation for users Works maintaining the movement of goods and people

Who can I contact for more information about the Local Road Assistance Program — Restoration Component?

You can contact Government of Québec by email at aideVL@transports.gouv.qc.ca or by phone at 418 266-6647.

Where is the Local Road Assistance Program — Restoration Component available?

The Local Road Assistance Program — Restoration Component program is available the province of Quebec.

Is the Local Road Assistance Program — Restoration Component a grant, loan, or tax credit?

Local Road Assistance Program — Restoration Component is a Grant and Funding