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MRC des Appalaches — Regions and Rurality Fund (FRR) – Stream 4 - Quebec - Canada
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MRC des Appalaches — Regions and Rurality Fund (FRR) – Stream 4

Supports local vitalization projects
Offered by
MRC des Appalaches
Funding available
$ 100,000
Deadline
Open continuously
Location
Chaudière-Appalaches, Quebec, Canada
Who can apply

Municipalities

See full eligibility

Overview

This program supports vitalization projects in the MRC des Appalaches, with up to $100,000 per project. It funds initiatives that improve local and territorial vitality in the targeted municipalities.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.

At a glance

Funding available

Financing goals
  • Develop strategic partnerships
  • Develop a new program or service
  • Increase social or community impact
Eligible Funding
  • Maximum amount : 100,000 $
  • Up to 80% of project cost
Funds Providers

Eligible candidates

Eligible Industries
  • All industries
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

Availability timeline

2026
Periods: 1

Activities funded

  • Projects that strengthen local and territorial vitality.
  • Projects that improve access to services for residents.
  • Projects that support community mobilization and cooperation between municipalities.
  • Projects that help attract new families and immigrants.
  • Projects that build local pride and a sense of belonging.

Documents Needed

  • Application form
  • Project report
  • Supporting documents and invoices

Sources and recorded changes

Record updated

A captured source change or record update does not confirm eligibility. Check the funder’s current rules before applying.

Eligibility

Who is eligible?

  • Municipalities
  • Non-profit organizations
  • Cooperatives
  • Businesses

Who is not eligible

  • Projects that compete with existing businesses or projects
  • Projects that are recurrent or tied to an organization’s regular operations
  • Activities, equipment, or infrastructure that do not comply with Quebec laws and regulations
  • Entities registered in the public contracts non-eligibility registry

Eligible expenses

  • Salaries and employee-related benefits
  • Professional fees
  • Capital expenses such as land, buildings, equipment, machinery, and vehicles
  • Technology, software, and patents
  • Working capital for first-year operations
  • Other costs directly linked to project development and delivery

Ineligible Costs and Activities

  • Routine municipal services, works, and operations covered by municipal budgets or other government programs
  • Maintenance of municipal infrastructure
  • Recurring projects or an organization’s operating costs
  • Self-financing activities and events
  • Expenses incurred before the agreement is signed
  • Loans, loan guarantees, equity investments, and refundable tax portions

Eligible geographic areas

  • Disraeli
  • Parish of Disraeli
  • Beaulac-Garthby
  • Saint-Fortunat

Selection criteria

  • Impact on the vitality of the targeted municipalities
  • Community support and partner involvement
  • Origin in a recognized local action plan
  • Overall economic, social, cultural, and environmental impact
  • Quality of the financing and implementation plan

How to apply

  • Step 1: Prepare the application
    • Complete the required application form.
    • Gather the supporting documents for the project.
  • Step 2: Submit to the MRC
    • File the application with the MRC at the planned submission dates.
  • Step 3: Review and approval
    • The application is pre-analyzed by the vitalization officer.
    • The vitalization committee reviews the file and makes a recommendation.
    • The council of mayors approves the request by resolution.
  • Step 4: Agreement and funding
    • Sign the financial assistance agreement with the MRC.
    • Receive the cheque and follow the project with the vitalization officer.
    • Submit the final report and supporting documents to receive the last payment.

Processing and Agreement

  • Applications are submitted to the MRC.
  • Files are pre-assessed by the vitalization officer.
  • The vitalization committee reviews and selects projects.
  • The MRC council makes a recommendation and approves by resolution.
  • A funding agreement is signed before payment.
  • The project is monitored, then a final report and supporting documents are submitted before the last payment.

Additional information

  • The program is open all year.
  • Applicants must show that other available funding sources have been explored.
  • A funding agreement is signed before payment is issued.
  • The final payment is made after the report and supporting documents are submitted.
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Frequently Asked Questions about the MRC des Appalaches — Regions and Rurality Fund (FRR) – Stream 4 Program

What is the MRC des Appalaches — Regions and Rurality Fund (FRR) – Stream 4?

This program supports vitalization projects in the MRC des Appalaches, with up to $100,000 per project. It funds initiatives that improve local and territorial vitality in the targeted municipalities.

How much funding can be received?

MRC des Appalaches — Regions and Rurality Fund (FRR) – Stream 4 Funds up to 80% of admissible expenses, capped at $100,000 per project.

What is the deadline to apply?

The program is accepting continuous intake

Who is eligible for the MRC des Appalaches — Regions and Rurality Fund (FRR) – Stream 4 program?

To be eligible for the MRC des Appalaches — Regions and Rurality Fund (FRR) – Stream 4 program, you must: Project in targeted municipalities. Aligns with a vitalization axis. Shows local impact.

What expenses are eligible under MRC des Appalaches — Regions and Rurality Fund (FRR) – Stream 4?

Salaries and employee-related benefits Professional fees Capital expenses such as land, buildings, equipment, machinery, and vehicles Technology, software, and patents Working capital for first-year operations Other costs directly linked to project development and delivery

Where is the MRC des Appalaches — Regions and Rurality Fund (FRR) – Stream 4 available?

The MRC des Appalaches — Regions and Rurality Fund (FRR) – Stream 4 program is available Chaudière-Appalaches, Quebec.

Is the MRC des Appalaches — Regions and Rurality Fund (FRR) – Stream 4 a grant, loan, or tax credit?

MRC des Appalaches — Regions and Rurality Fund (FRR) – Stream 4 is a Grant and Funding