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Mitis MRC — Regional and Rural Fund (RRF) - Component 1

Q: How much funding can be received?

There is no informations about how much funding can be received.

Q: What is the deadline to apply?

The deadline to apply is not specified.

Q: 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

Q: 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

Q: 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

Last Update: November 27, 2025

QC, Canada

Supports regional development in agriculture, tourism, and transportation

Grant and Funding

At a glance

Funding available

Financing goals

No objectives are currently available

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

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 group

All the groups

Revenue structure

All structures

Scope

All dimensions

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.

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

$ 95,000

Trail revitalization and signage for eco-friendly hiking circuit

$ 135,000

Modernization of a local maple syrup packaging facility

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

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

Follow project submission terms

Respect the project submission terms established by the regional selection committee
Follow additional conditions indicated on the MAMH website

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

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

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.

Apply to this program

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.