MRC Beauce-Sartigan — New Tourist Attractions Fund (FNAT)
Last Update: May 13, 2025
QC, Canada
Funding for new tourism projects in Beauce-Sartigan
MRC Beauce-Sartigan — New Tourist Attractions Fund (FNAT) at a glance
Eligible Funding
- Max. $25,000
- Up to 20% of project cost
Timeline
- Closing date : April 30, 2025
Financing Type
Grant and Funding
Loans and Capital investments
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Accommodation and food services
Grant Providers
- MRC Beauce-Sartigan
Status
Open
Overview of the MRC Beauce-Sartigan — New Tourist Attractions Fund (FNAT) program
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.
Financing terms and conditions
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.
Eligible projects & activities
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.
Eligibility criteria of the MRC Beauce-Sartigan — New Tourist Attractions Fund (FNAT) program
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.
Who is eligible?
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.
Eligible geographic areas
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.
How to apply to the MRC Beauce-Sartigan — New Tourist Attractions Fund (FNAT) program
1
Preliminary contact
- Contact Audrey Boivin at the CEB for detailed information about the grant.
- Discuss the eligibility criteria and project requirements.
2
Preparation of the application file
- Develop a business plan or project summary that meets the Fund's requirements.
- Prepare a realistic budget for the next three years.
- Ensure a minimum contribution of 20% of the total project cost.
3
Submission of the application
- Gather all required documents for submission.
- Send the application by email to audrey.boivin@cebeauce.com or contact the CEB for other submission methods.
Additional information
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.
Contact MRC Beauce-Sartigan
audrey.boivin@cebeauce.com
418 228-8123