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 provides financial support through a combination of grants and interest-free loans designed to encourage the development of new tourist attractions in the MRC de Beauce-Sartigan region. The funding is structured to stimulate project initiation and long-term sustainability of tourism projects.
- A grant of $25,000 available through a competitive process under Volet 1.
- An interest-free loan of up to $25,000, with a repayment term of 5 years available under Volet 2.
- Municipalities are not eligible for the interest-free loan under Volet 2.
- A minimum project cost of $50,000 is required to qualify for funding.
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The grant aims to support new, impactful tourist projects within the MRC de Beauce-Sartigan. Eligible initiatives focus on enhancing the current tourism offerings and creating sustainable attractions that contribute to the area's socio-economic growth.
- Projects that enrich the existing tourism landscape by offering new attractions.
- Initiatives that increase the drawing power of the region for tourists.
- Projects serving as a catalyst for the development of additional initiatives.
- Activities that enhance living environments or generate wealth within the community.
- Projects that provide a lasting legacy and are sustainable over time.
- New attractions that are publicly accessible and financially self-sufficient.
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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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This grant is available to companies located in specific geographical areas as determined by the funding body. The eligible locations are focused on stimulating tourism development in the MRC de Beauce-Sartigan region.
- Organizations or companies with their 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
