MRC Beauce-Sartigan — New Tourist Attractions Fund (FNAT)
QC, Canada
Funding for new tourism projects in Beauce-Sartigan
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- grant_single|closingDateMarch 31, 2022
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Grant and Funding
Loans and Capital investments
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- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Accommodation and food services
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- MRC Beauce-Sartigan
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The Fonds Nouveaux Attraits Touristiques (FNAT) aims to stimulate new tourism projects in the MRC de Beauce-Sartigan with a maximum funding amount of $25,000 per competition for grants and interest-free loans, each repayable over five years. Eligible activities include projects that enhance the current tourism offerings, attract more tourists, and have a sustainable, positive impact on the local community.
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This grant aims to enhance the tourism offering and attract more visitors by initiating new, impactful projects in the Beauce-Sartigan region. The projects are focused on long-term sustainability and providing economic benefits.
- Projects that improve the current tourism offerings.
- Initiatives that increase the attractiveness to tourists.
- Projects that serve as a catalyst for other developments.
- Activities that enhance living environments or create wealth.
- Initiatives that promise long-term benefits and sustainable impact.
- Projects with a physical presence that generate independent revenue.
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Eligibility for the Fonds Nouveaux Attraits Touristiques (FNAT) grant is determined by specific criteria related to the applicant and the proposed tourism project.
- The applicant must be a private business, non-profit organization, or municipality initiating a promising tourism project within the MRC de Beauce-Sartigan.
- The headquarters of the operating business or organization must be located within the MRC de Beauce-Sartigan.
- Municipalities are not eligible for the financing component (Volet 2) of the fund.
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Eligible applicants for the FNAT grants are private businesses, non-profit organizations, or municipalities initiating tourism-related projects in the MRC de Beauce-Sartigan. The head office of the organization or operating company must be located in the MRC de Beauce-Sartigan, though municipalities are excluded from applying for funding under Volet 2.
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Eligible companies for this grant must be based within a specific geographical area. The focus is on enhancing the tourism sector in this particular region.
- Companies and organizations with a head office located in the MRC de Beauce-Sartigan.
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Here are the steps to submit an application for the FNAT grant:
- Step 1: Contact Program Representative
- Reach out to Audrey Boivin at the CEB for guidance and support.
- Phone: 418 228-8123, ext 108
- Email: audrey.boivin@cebeauce.com
- Step 2: Prepare Required Documentation
- Prepare a comprehensive business plan or project summary.
- Verify organizational structure is solid and documented.
- Develop a realistic and viable budget for the next three years.
- Ensure a minimum of 20% of project costs as own funds.
- For Volet 2 applicants, demonstrate the ability to repay the borrowed amount.
- Plan to complete the project within 12 months with a minimum total cost of $50,000.
- Step 3: Submit Application
- Ensure all documents and requirements are complete and in order.
- Send the completed application and supporting documents to the contact provided (Audrey Boivin).
- Confirm submission within designated project call deadlines.
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Here are additional relevant details for this grant:
- The information provided is a brief overview of the program and may be subject to change.
- Consultation with an advisor from the Conseil économique de Beauce (CEB) is required.
- There may be other conditions that apply to this grant.
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audrey.boivin@cebeauce.com
418 228-8123
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New Attractions Fund: Boosting Tourism in Beauce-Sartigan
The New Attractions Fund aims to enhance the tourism industry in the Beauce-Sartigan region by supporting the initiation of new and attractive tourist projects. It provides financial backing through grants and interest-free loans to qualifying projects that enrich the local tourism offering and increase visitor appeal.
Detailed Insights into the New Attractions Fund and Its Benefits
The Fonds Nouveaux Attraits Touristiques (FNAT) is a strategic investment initiative designed to invigorate the tourism landscape of the MRC de Beauce-Sartigan. The fund targets a broad spectrum of applicants including private enterprises, non-profit organizations, and municipalities, although municipalities are not eligible for the interest-free loan section. Established to inject vitality and innovation into the local tourism sector, the fund splits into two distinct segments: a competition grant and supportive financing. Each component is tailored to meet diverse financial needs, thereby enabling participants to leverage the fund's resources effectively to realize their projects.
The competition side of the fund allocates a $25,000 grant to chosen proposals, allowing recipients to initiate groundbreaking tourism projects aimed at enhancing the regional allure. It focuses on projects that deliver tangible enhancements to the existing tourism infrastructure, draw in more tourists, act as catalysts for further developments, and contribute to community wealth or life quality improvements. The program places emphasis on sustainability and longevity, ensuring that funded projects leave a lasting legacy in the community.
Simultaneously, the financing aspect of the FNAT presents an opportunity for interest-free loans, also capped at $25,000, with a reimbursable period of up to five years. This loan option supports projects that demonstrate a credible payoff plan and economic merit, essentially boosting the fiscal feasibility of sustainable new attractions. While loans provide an opportunity for immediate fund access with repayment ease, eligibility is restricted to those demonstrating sufficient organizational structure and financial responsibility.
Interested applicants are urged to present comprehensive business plans. These proposals should outline the innovative and attractive potential of their ideas, ensuring alignment with the FNAT’s objectives and the broader regional developmental goals. Successful applications typically showcase economic viability, sound organizational framework, and future revenue generation capability.
Audit requirements stipulate a robust organizational backdrop coupled with a realistic and sustainable budget forecast, covering the next three years. To further ensure accountability and project success, a minimum 20% project funding contribution is required from applicants. This match demonstrates the applicant's inherent stake and commitment towards the project's success, enhancing its chances of approval and effective implementation.
Notably, the projects should be executable within a 12-month timeframe and require a minimum total project amounting to $50,000, ensuring only well-prepared and strategically beneficial projects receive support. The thorough screening process ensures that only projects with substantial community impact and longevity are greenlighted, thereby maximizing the fund's influence on regional tourism enhancement.
The FNAT's application windows have clearly delineated cutoffs, with consecutive project calls scheduled until November 2025. This continual cycle of calls maintains momentum and offers prospective applicants several opportunities to refine and resubmit their proposals.
Overall, the FNAT represents a significant opportunity for entities within the MRC de Beauce-Sartigan to reinvigorate local tourism. By fostering innovative attractions and supporting economic growth, the fund plays a crucial role in enhancing the area’s appeal to both tourists and potential investors.
