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Mitis MRC — Regional and Rural Fund (RRF) - Component 1
Last Update: March 3, 2026
Quebec, Canada
Supports regional development in agriculture, tourism, and transportation
Grant and Funding
Overview
The Mitis MRC — Regional and Rural Fund (RRF) - Component 1 provides financial support (maximum amount not stated) for projects that enhance local and regional development in sectors such as agriculture, agri-food transformation, recreational tourism, and regional public transit. Eligible activities include supporting agricultural businesses, developing recreational tourism infrastructure, and improving collective transportation services within the MRC de La Mitis.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increasing community impact
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Selling in a new market
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Transportation and warehousing
- Educational services
- Health care and social assistance
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Other services (except public administration)
- Public administration
Location
- La Mitis
- Bas-Saint-Laurent
- Quebec
Legal structures
- Financial cooperative
- Non-profit
- Public or Parapublic institution
- For-profit business
- Non-financial cooperative
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Rural or Northern Residents
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- All industries
Target groups
- All the groups
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- All dimensions
Activities funded
- Development and diversification of agricultural, agri-food, or agro-industrial projects.
- Initiatives to support and enhance recreational tourism, including renewal of tourism offerings, improvement of trails, and creation of thematic tourist circuits.
- Projects aimed at strengthening and expanding regional public transportation services to improve mobility and connectivity for residents.
Examples of admissible projects:
$ 115,000
Expansion of regional public transport minibus service for commuters
$ 135,000
Modernization of a local maple syrup packaging facility
$ 95,000
Trail revitalization and signage for eco-friendly hiking circuit
Eligibility
- The applicant must be a private business (excluding those in the financial sector), a cooperative (excluding financial cooperatives), a non-profit organization, an organization within the education sector, or a municipality or municipal organization.
- The project must fall under one of the following categories: agriculture/agri-food/agro-industrial, recreational tourism, or regional public transportation.
- The applicant must meet with a development advisor from the MRC de La Mitis to confirm that the project aligns with local criteria and eligibility.
- The applicant must submit a complete application following the guidelines set by the regional selection committee.
- The applicant must provide justification for the need for financial support from the Regional and Rural Fund (RRF) – Component 1 and supply the required supporting documents.
Who is eligible?
- Private companies (excluding those in the financial sector)
- Cooperatives (excluding financial cooperatives)
- Non-profit organizations (NPOs)
- Organizations from the education sector
- Municipalities and municipal organizations
Who is not eligible
- Private companies in the financial sector.
- Financial cooperatives.
- Organizations listed in the Register of Enterprises Ineligible for Public Contracts.
- Organizations currently in legal disputes with the Quebec government.
- Organizations in default of obligations imposed by a law, regulation, or agreement administered by the Minister.
Eligible geographic areas
- Organizations operating within the territory of the MRC de La Mitis, Bas-Saint-Laurent, Quebec.
How to apply
1
Meet with development advisor
- Meet with a development advisor at the MRC de La Mitis
- Ensure the project meets local criteria
- Validate the eligibility of your application
2
Follow project submission terms
- Respect the project submission terms established by the regional selection committee
- Follow additional conditions indicated on the MAMH website
3
Complete the application form
- Complete the financial aid application form available on the MAMH website
- Gather all required supporting documents
- Ensure your application package is complete
4
Submit the application electronically
- Submit your completed application electronically to the regional office of the Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing
- Include all necessary documents and information
5
Await funding decision
- Wait for a confirmation of the promise of funding if your project is selected
- If your project is not selected, you will receive written notification from the Ministry
Additional information
- Applications can be submitted continuously; there is no specified deadline.
- Both successful and unsuccessful applicants will be notified in writing of the decision.
- Applicants are encouraged to present supporting documents deemed relevant to their application.
- Meeting with a development advisor from the MRC de La Mitis is required prior to submission to ensure alignment with local priorities and project eligibility.
