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MRC La Vallée-de-l’Or — Regions and Rurality Fund – Component 3 – Market Gardening Program
Funding for market gardening projects in Val-d'Or region
Last Update: April 9, 2026
Funding available
$ 25,000
Timeline
- Closing date : December 31, 2026
Location
Abitibi-Témiscamingue, Quebec, Canada
Overview
This program provides non-repayable funding of up to $25,000 per company to support market gardening development in the MRC de La Vallée-de-l'Or. It targets projects that strengthen local vegetable production, improve productivity, and support market access.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase production or service capacity
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Increase operational productivity
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 25,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Timeline
- Closing date : December 31, 2026
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Location
- La Vallée-de-l’Or
- Abitibi-Témiscamingue
- Quebec
Legal structures
- Non-profit
- Public or Parapublic institution
- For-profit business
- Sole proprietorship
- Social economy enterprise
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Startups
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Economic, Social and Community Development
Target groups
- Rural / Remote communities
- Business owners / entrepreneurs
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- Regional
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Development of market gardening projects
- Projects that increase vegetable production
- Pilot projects and experimental trials
- Projects that improve market access through local public markets
- Projects that support producer networking and circular economy practices
Documents Needed
- Mandatory application documents
- Final report
- Supporting documents for expenses
- Agronomic recommendation for fertilization, liming, or drainage work
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Private companies
- Social economy enterprises
- Start-up market gardening businesses
- Cooperatives
Who is not eligible
- Private financial-sector companies
- Financial-sector cooperatives
- Companies listed in the Register of Enterprises Ineligible for Public Contracts (RENA)
- State-owned or government-controlled companies
- Companies under bankruptcy or insolvency protection
Eligible expenses
- Inputs for a new project, such as seeds, fertilizer and liming
- Drainage work
- External staff or consultant fees for project implementation
- Buildings, greenhouses, equipment, machinery and tools
- Infrastructure improvements, technology, software and project-related wages
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Operating deficits, debt repayment or working capital replenishment
- Expenses incurred before the agreement is signed
- Expenses already funded by the Government of Quebec for the same project
- Completed projects or unrelated expenses
- Loans, loan guarantees, equity investments and refundable tax portions
- Recurring projects, operating costs, and work or equipment not compliant with Quebec laws and regulations
Eligible geographic areas
- MRC de La Vallée-de-l'Or
Processing and Agreement
- Application submitted with mandatory documents
- Eligibility reviewed by the local development coordinator
- Projects analyzed by the coordinator and management committee
- Recommendation submitted to the council of mayors for approval by resolution
- Funding agreement signed before payment and project follow-up begins
- Final report and supporting documents reviewed before the last payment
Additional information
- Applications can be submitted at any time during the year.
- Applicants are supported by an enterprise advisor from the MRC’s local and entrepreneurial development service.
- The project must be completed and supporting documents submitted no later than September 30, 2027.
- Funding is paid in one or more instalments under an agreement with the MRC.
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Frequently Asked Questions about the MRC La Vallée-de-l’Or — Regions and Rurality Fund – Component 3 – Market Gardening Program Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the MRC La Vallée-de-l’Or — Regions and Rurality Fund – Component 3 – Market Gardening Program. 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 MRC La Vallée-de-l’Or — Regions and Rurality Fund – Component 3 – Market Gardening Program?
This program provides non-repayable funding of up to $25,000 per company to support market gardening development in the MRC de La Vallée-de-l'Or. It targets projects that strengthen local vegetable production, improve productivity, and support market access.
How much funding can be received?
MRC La Vallée-de-l’Or — Regions and Rurality Fund – Component 3 – Market Gardening Program Funds up to 50% of admissible expenses, capped at $25,000 per project.
Who is eligible for the MRC La Vallée-de-l’Or — Regions and Rurality Fund – Component 3 – Market Gardening Program program?
To be eligible for the MRC La Vallée-de-l’Or — Regions and Rurality Fund – Component 3 – Market Gardening Program program, you must:
Time-limited, non-recurring project
Direct impact in MRC de La Vallée-de-l'Or
Aligned with market gardening goals
What expenses are eligible under MRC La Vallée-de-l’Or — Regions and Rurality Fund – Component 3 – Market Gardening Program?
Development of market gardening projects
Projects that increase vegetable production
Pilot projects and experimental trials
Projects that improve market access through local public markets
Projects that support producer networking and circular economy practices
Who can I contact for more information about the MRC La Vallée-de-l’Or — Regions and Rurality Fund – Component 3 – Market Gardening Program?
You can contact MRC La Vallée-de-l'Or by email at none or by phone at none.
Where is the MRC La Vallée-de-l’Or — Regions and Rurality Fund – Component 3 – Market Gardening Program available?
The MRC La Vallée-de-l’Or — Regions and Rurality Fund – Component 3 – Market Gardening Program program is available Abitibi-Témiscamingue, Quebec.
Is the MRC La Vallée-de-l’Or — Regions and Rurality Fund – Component 3 – Market Gardening Program a grant, loan, or tax credit?
MRC La Vallée-de-l’Or — Regions and Rurality Fund – Component 3 – Market Gardening Program is a Grant and Funding