MRC Beaharnois-Salaberry — Policy to support structuring projects

Who is eligible?

• Municipalities and municipal organizations
• Cooperatives (excluding the financial sector)
• Non-profit organizations
• Social economy enterprises (excluding the financial sector)
• Individuals wishing to start an organization or initiate a structuring project

Who is not eligible

• Private companies (for-profit businesses not operating as a cooperative or social economy enterprise)
• Cooperatives in the financial sector
• Social economy enterprises in the financial sector

Eligible expenses

• Salaries and benefits for employees, interns, and other project staff (including employer contributions and social benefits) directly involved in the project.
• Professional fees (e.g., consultants, experts) related to the project.
• Capital expenditures such as land, buildings, equipment, machinery, rolling stock, incorporation fees, and similar costs necessary for the project.
• Acquisition of software technologies, software licenses, patents, and similar technology-related expenses.
• Other costs directly related to the development and implementation of the project.

Eligible geographic areas

• Beauharnois, Québec
• Saint-Étienne-de-Beauharnois, Québec
• Sainte-Martine, Québec
• Saint-Louis-de-Gonzague, Québec
• Saint-Stanislas-de-Kostka, Québec
• Saint-Urbain-Premier, Québec
• Salaberry-de-Valleyfield, Québec

• Demonstrated structural impact and long-term sustainability of the project, showing that it extends beyond studies or reports and will provide lasting benefits to the community.
• Level of community participation and mobilization, ensuring the project involves and benefits the broader population rather than only the project leaders.
• Local or regional reach, assessing whether the project benefits the immediate community or has a wider impact across the MRC's municipalities.
• Realistic planning and likelihood of successful completion, confirming the project's ability to be fully implemented and deliver tangible results.

• Step 1: Contact the MRC
  • Verify the availability of residual funds in the relevant local envelope by contacting the MRC of Beauharnois-Salaberry.
• Step 2: Obtain Municipal Support
  • Seek official support from the affected municipality or municipalities where the project will be implemented.
  • Secure either a support resolution from the municipal council(s) or a letter of support from the relevant municipal administration(s).
• Step 3: Gather Required Documentation
  • Complete and sign the official application form using a word processor.
  • Obtain a support resolution from the concerned municipality(ies).
  • Secure a board resolution authorizing the submission of the application from your organization (if applicable).
  • Include a copy of letters patent and/or the organization charter (if applicable).
  • Prepare a detailed project description linked to the Fund’s orientations.
  • Provide a detailed project budget.
  • Include letters or resolutions confirming financial partner commitments.
  • Attach letters of support from partners.
  • Optionally, include other relevant documents, such as expense breakdowns, plans, photos, CVs, or business plans.
• Step 4: Submit the Application
  • Send your completed application and required documentation to the MRC of Beauharnois-Salaberry at 2, rue Ellice, Beauharnois (Québec) J6N 1W6.
  • You may also submit your application by email to a.lemieux@mrcbhs.ca or seek assistance by telephone at 450 225-0870 (227).
• Step 5: Evaluation of the Proposal
  • The MRC’s analysis committee reviews the application for compliance with eligibility and orientation requirements.
  • Eligible projects are presented to the MRC Council of Mayors for resolution and funding approval.
• Step 6: Signature of Agreement
  • If approved, sign an agreement with the MRC stipulating project follow-up and specific conditions.
• Step 7: Receipt of Initial Funding
  • Receive an initial payment (up to 50% of the grant amount) upon signing the agreement.
• Step 8: Project Completion and Final Report
  • After project implementation, submit a follow-up form including a financial report, summary of activities, and promotional materials.
  • Receive the remaining funds after successful review and approval of the final report.

• Each local municipality receives a share of the budget envelope, calculated partly based on equal parts and partly on property value.
• Applicants must ensure funds remain available in the relevant municipal envelope before applying.
• A first grant payment of up to 50% is made upon signing the agreement; the remainder is paid after project completion and submission of a follow-up report.
• If an application is refused, reasons for refusal may be provided to the applicant upon request.