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MRC Les Appalaches — Water quality improvement fund
Funding for sustainable water quality projects
Last Update: April 9, 2026
Funding available
$ 5,000
Timeline
- Closing date : April 11, 2025
Location
Chaudière-Appalaches, Quebec, Canada
Overview
This program supports sustainable projects that improve water quality near waterways and bodies of water in the MRC des Appalaches. Eligible initiatives include projects that reduce nutrients and sediments, improve access to water, and help control invasive species.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Implement environmental initiatives
- Reduce environmental footprint
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 5,000 $
- Up to 70% of project cost
Timeline
- Closing date : April 11, 2025
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Other services (except public administration)
- Public administration
Location
- Les Appalaches
- Chaudière-Appalaches
- Quebec
Legal structures
- All legal structures
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Rural or Northern Residents
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Projects that improve the quality of waterways and bodies of water
- Projects that reduce nutrient inputs into waterways
- Projects that reduce sediment inputs into waterways
- Projects that improve public access to waterways
- Projects that reduce invasive alien species
Documents Needed
- Completed and signed application form
- Municipal support resolution
- Watershed organization support letter
- Partner support or commitment letters
- Additional supporting documents such as business plan, quotes, photos, maps or sketches
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Municipalities in the MRC des Appalaches
- Active watershed organizations in the MRC des Appalaches
- Shoreline associations
- Non-profit organizations
Who is not eligible
- Shoreline associations that are not legally incorporated
- Non-profit organizations that are not legally incorporated
- Groups without liability insurance when required
Eligible expenses
- Employee, intern and related payroll costs, including employer contributions and benefits
- Professional fees
- Other project delivery costs such as transportation and machinery
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Municipal infrastructure, services, works or routine operations funded by municipal budgets or other government programs
- Maintenance of municipal infrastructure
- Costs incurred before the project is submitted
- Projects competing with existing businesses or projects
- Recurring projects and an organization’s operating or administrative costs
Eligible geographic areas
- MRC des Appalaches
Processing and Agreement
- The MRC reviews complete applications in March 2025.
- Applicants receive an acceptance or refusal notice by email with explanations.
- Missing documents may be submitted until April 11, 2025 at 4:00 p.m.
- Final decisions are made by the council of mayors on May 14, 2025 if all required documents have been received.
- Approved projects require a protocol agreement before funding is paid.
Additional information
- Projects must be completed by April 30, 2026.
- Approved projects are subject to an agreement between the MRC and the applicant.
- Applications may be submitted by mail or email.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the MRC Les Appalaches — Water quality improvement fund Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the MRC Les Appalaches — Water quality improvement fund. 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 Les Appalaches — Water quality improvement fund?
This program supports sustainable projects that improve water quality near waterways and bodies of water in the MRC des Appalaches. Eligible initiatives include projects that reduce nutrients and sediments, improve access to water, and help control invasive species.
How much funding can be received?
MRC Les Appalaches — Water quality improvement fund Funds up to 70% of admissible expenses, capped at $5,000 per project.
Who is eligible for the MRC Les Appalaches — Water quality improvement fund program?
To be eligible for the MRC Les Appalaches — Water quality improvement fund program, you must:
Project must improve water quality.
Project must be in the MRC des Appalaches.
Project must be sustainable and near water.
What expenses are eligible under MRC Les Appalaches — Water quality improvement fund?
Projects that improve the quality of waterways and bodies of water
Projects that reduce nutrient inputs into waterways
Projects that reduce sediment inputs into waterways
Projects that improve public access to waterways
Projects that reduce invasive alien species
Who can I contact for more information about the MRC Les Appalaches — Water quality improvement fund?
You can contact MRC des Appalaches by email at environnement@mrcdesappalaches.ca or by phone at 418-332-2757.
Where is the MRC Les Appalaches — Water quality improvement fund available?
The MRC Les Appalaches — Water quality improvement fund program is available Chaudière-Appalaches, Quebec.
Is the MRC Les Appalaches — Water quality improvement fund a grant, loan, or tax credit?
MRC Les Appalaches — Water quality improvement fund is a Grant and Funding