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MRC La Vallée-de-l’Or — Regions and Rurality Fund – Component 3 – Market Gardening Program
QC, Canada
Innovation fund for regional economic development and agriculture
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grant_single|deadlines
- grant_single|openingDateJanuary 1, 2020
- grant_single|closingDateDecember 31, 2026
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Grant and Funding
grant_single|eligibleIndustries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
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- MRC La Vallée-de-l'Or
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grant_card_status|open
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The "Fonds régions et ruralité – Volet 3 Signature innovation" program allows for a maximum funding of $25,000 per enterprise, aiming to strengthen the territorial identity of the MRC de La Vallée-de-l’Or through innovative agricultural projects. Eligible activities include stimulating diverse vegetable production, encouraging skill development, and supporting market access and financial autonomy for producers.
grant_single_labels|terms_and_conditions
This grant provides funding mechanisms designed to support eligible market gardening projects efficiently. The terms ensure structured financial assistance aligned with project deliverables.
- Non-repayable financial assistance is available to eligible applicants.
- Maximum aid for private enterprises or start-ups is capped at 50% of eligible expenses, while other eligible beneficiaries can receive up to 80%.
- The total funding per enterprise is limited to $25,000 for the project duration.
- Applicants' contributions must be in the form of financial resources.
- Initial disbursement of 80% of the grant upon signing the financial agreement.
- Remaining 20% disbursed upon approval of the final report and supporting documentation.
grant_single_labels|projects
This grant supports projects that focus on enhancing market gardening in the region with an emphasis on innovation and productivity. The eligible activities are designed to stimulate diverse agricultural production and foster financial independence among producers.
- Initiatives that directly contribute to the diversity of market garden production.
- Projects that encourage the development of skills among market gardeners.
- Efforts aimed at improving the financial autonomy of market gardeners.
- Actions taken to enhance the productivity of market gardens.
- Projects that facilitate the marketing of harvests through local public markets in Malartic, Senneterre, and Val-d'Or.
- Development of pilot projects and experimental trials in market gardening.
- Programs that promote collaboration between producers and other stakeholders in the community.
- Activities that support circular economy practices, including the transformation of unsold produce.
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Eligible entities for this grant must meet certain criteria as outlined below:
- Applicants can be private enterprises, social economy enterprises, except private financial sector enterprises.
- Start-up companies in market gardening production are eligible.
- Cooperatives, except financial sector cooperatives, are eligible.
grant_eligibility_criteria|who_can_apply
Eligible organizations for this grant under the Fonds régions et ruralité - Volet 3 Signature innovation include various entities focused on agricultural development within the MRC de La Vallée-de-l'Or.
- Private and social economy enterprises, except those in the financial sector.
- Start-up companies in vegetable production.
- Cooperatives, excluding those in the financial sector.
grant_eligibility_criteria|who_cannot_apply
This grant excludes certain companies due to their legal status or financial history. The restrictions aim to ensure funds are allocated responsibly and ethically.
- Companies listed in the Register of Ineligible Enterprises for public contracts (RENA), including their subcontractors.
- Enterprises that have failed to meet obligations in the two years prior to the application, following a formal notice from the Ministry or regional county municipality regarding previous financial assistance.
- State-owned enterprises or companies directly or indirectly controlled by a government (municipal, provincial, or federal) or those majority-owned by a state-owned enterprise.
- Companies under the protection of the Companies' Creditors Arrangement Act (RSC 1985, c. C-36) or the Bankruptcy and Insolvency Act (RSC 1985, c. B-3).
grant_eligibility_criteria|eligible_expenses
Eligible expenses for this grant include costs associated with starting new projects and enhancing productivity in the relevant domain, provided they comply with applicable laws and regulations.
- Purchase of inputs for new projects (seeds, fertilizers, liming, etc.).
- Drainage work.
- Hiring an external resource or consultant to implement the project.
- Costs for acquiring or constructing capital assets (buildings, greenhouses).
- Expenses for purchasing new or used equipment (various materials, machinery, tools).
- Costs for improving infrastructures related to the new project.
- Acquisition of technology, software, or other tools necessary for project realization.
- Salaries and social charges specifically dedicated to a new project's realization may be eligible.
- Other expenses deemed necessary for project completion by the management committee.
grant_eligibility_criteria|zone
This grant is specifically available to companies operating within the territorial boundaries of the MRC de La Vallée-de-l'Or. This region is the primary focus for economic growth and agricultural enhancement under this program.
- Companies operating within the MRC de La Vallée-de-l'Or territory.
grant_single_labels|criteria
The evaluation and selection of projects for this grant are based on specific criteria that are designed to ensure the successful development of the agricultural sector within the MRC de La Vallée-de-l’Or.
- The project's alignment with the specific objectives such as stimulating agricultural diversity, improving productivity, and encouraging market access.
- The overall impact of the project, including its economic, social, and environmental structuring effects.
- The quality and realism of the project's financial plan, including cost estimation, involvement of partners, and applicability of government programs.
- The credibility of the implementation plan, demonstrating clear connections between stages, activities, resources, and targets.
- The promoter's capability to technically and financially execute the project.
- The project’s potential for sustainability and longevity.
- The requested contribution’s significance in relation to the project's overall impact.
grant_single_labels|register
Here are the steps to apply for the Fonds régions et ruralité – Volet 3 Signature innovation:
- Step 1: Verify Eligibility
- Ensure that your organization is eligible for the grant as per the clientèles admissibles section.
- Determine if your project aligns with the specific objectives and admissible projects criteria.
- Step 2: Prepare Project Proposal
- Develop a detailed project plan that aligns with the objectives of the grant program.
- Include an overview of the project, objectives, budget, and timeline.
- Gather all necessary supporting documents as required.
- Step 3: Submit Application
- Prepare the application documents as required by the MRC de La Vallée-de-l’Or.
- Submit your application along with all required documents to the MRC's development office.
- Step 4: Application Review Process
- Your application will be evaluated based on eligibility and project criteria by the coordonnatrice du développement local.
- The project will be analyzed through the selection criteria and ranked accordingly.
- A recommendation will be forwarded to the council of mayors for approval.
- Step 5: Approval and Agreement
- If approved, a financial agreement will be drafted and signed between your organization and the MRC.
- The agreement will outline the terms of funding and obligations.
- Step 6: Project Implementation
- Implement the project as per the approved plan and timeline.
- Regularly report on the project's progress to the designated development officer.
- Step 7: Final Report Submission
- Submit a final report upon project completion, including all financials and project outcomes, before the deadline.
- The final tranche of funding will be released following the approval of this report.
grant_single_labels|otherInfo
Here are additional relevant details for this grant:
- All financial support under this grant is non-repayable.
- A maximum grant of $25,000 is available per enterprise during the agreement period.
- Applicants will need to secure at least a 50% financial contribution from their own resources for their projects.
- The total budget allocation for this initiative is $150,000.
- Funding applicants are advised to ensure their projects comply with relevant Quebec laws and regulations.
- Changes affecting project timelines or funding must be communicated in writing to the local development coordinator.
- Funding is disbursed in two parts, with 80% given at the start and the remaining 20% on submission and approval of the final report.
- The council of mayors reserves the right to modify the management framework for extraordinary development opportunities.
