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Mitis MRC — Regional and Rural Fund (RRF) - Component 1
Supports regional development in agriculture, tourism, and transportation
Last Update: March 3, 2026
Funding available
Varies by project
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Bas-Saint-Laurent, Quebec, Canada
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.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Access new markets
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
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
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
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.
Eligibility
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.
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.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Mitis MRC — Regional and Rural Fund (RRF) - Component 1 Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Mitis MRC — Regional and Rural Fund (RRF) - Component 1. 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 Mitis MRC — Regional and Rural Fund (RRF) - Component 1?
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.
Who is eligible for the Mitis MRC — Regional and Rural Fund (RRF) - Component 1 program?
To be eligible for the Mitis MRC — Regional and Rural Fund (RRF) - Component 1 program, you must:
Private companies (except those in the financial sector)
Non-profit organizations and cooperatives (except financial cooperatives)
Educational, municipal, and public sector organizations
What expenses are eligible under Mitis MRC — Regional and Rural Fund (RRF) - Component 1?
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.
Where is the Mitis MRC — Regional and Rural Fund (RRF) - Component 1 available?
The Mitis MRC — Regional and Rural Fund (RRF) - Component 1 program is available Bas-Saint-Laurent, Quebec.
Is the Mitis MRC — Regional and Rural Fund (RRF) - Component 1 a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Mitis MRC — Regional and Rural Fund (RRF) - Component 1 is a Grant and Funding
Who are the financial supporters of the Mitis MRC — Regional and Rural Fund (RRF) - Component 1?
Mitis MRC — Regional and Rural Fund (RRF) - Component 1 is funded by La Mitis RCM (MRC)