MRC Caniapiscau — Structuring projects
QC, Canada
Supports impactful local and regional development projects
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Grant and Funding
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- MRC de Caniapiscau
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The MRC Caniapiscau — Structuring Projects grant supports local and regional development by funding up to 80% of eligible project expenses, focusing on activities such as entrepreneurship promotion, community mobilization, and enhancing quality of life. The program aims to foster strategic planning and impactful projects within the MRC territory, including Fermont and Schefferville, as well as Indigenous communities.
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- The financial aid covers up to 80% of the total eligible expenses of a project.
- The cumulative government aid for a project must not exceed 80% of the total eligible expenses.
- The minimum contribution from the promoter is set at 20% of the total eligible expenses.
- The promoter's contribution must include at least 5% in financial contributions towards the project.
- The value of human resources loaned, material resources provided, and services directly related to the project counts towards the promoter's minimum contribution.
- The value of services rendered by volunteer resources is included in the promoter's minimum contribution but not in the 5% financial contribution.
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- Planning and development of territorial management initiatives.
- Promotion of local entrepreneurship and enterprise support.
- Community mobilization and support for structuring projects to improve living environments.
- Establishment and implementation of local and regional development sector agreements.
- Support for rural development initiatives.
- Territorial land-use planning and development.
- Development of tourism-related projects.
- Projects focusing on environmental sustainability.
- Promotion of cultural initiatives and enhancement.
- Economic development projects.
- Advancement of technological initiatives.
- Development of recreational activities.
- Social and community activity projects.
- Housing development projects.
- Projects aimed at improving quality of life.
- Initiatives to attract and retain workforce.
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- Eligible applicants include non-profit organizations, cooperatives (excluding financial cooperatives), municipal bodies, MRCs, educational organizations, and Indigenous communities.
- The project must focus on one or more priorities such as territorial development, tourism, environment, culture, economy, entrepreneurship, technology, community activities, housing, quality of life, or workforce attraction and retention.
- The project should have a significant anticipated impact on an identified issue and aim to improve living environments sustainably.
- The project must involve collaboration with various community stakeholders and be supported by one or more partners.
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- Non-profit organizations
- Cooperatives (except financial cooperatives)
- Municipal organizations
- Municipal regional counties (MRC)
- Educational organizations
- Indigenous communities
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- Salaries related to the execution of the project.
- Professional fees necessary for the project's realization.
- Equipment costs directly tied to project implementation.
- Expenses for land and building acquisition related to the project.
- Costs associated with necessary technology and software for the project.
- Expenses for the creation or management of plans or studies for the project.
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- The vast territory of the MRC Caniapiscau.
- The city of Fermont.
- The city of Schefferville.
- The First Nations community of Matimekush-Lac John.
- The First Nations community of Kawawachikamach.
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- Characteristics of the project, including the relevance and innovative nature of the proposal and its connection to the identified need.
- Addressing of an issue raised by the community and/or integration into a strategic plan.
- Potential impacts related to development and improvement of living environments.
- Involvement and partnership processes and community engagement.
- Financial participation.
- Promoter's capacity to execute the project.
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- Step 1: Familiarize with Policy
- Read the "Politique de soutien aux projets structurants pour améliorer les milieux de vie" to understand the grant conditions and requirements.
- Step 2: Contact Fund Representative
- Reach out to the responsible agent for the fund at the MRC de Caniapiscau for further information and guidance.
- Step 3: Complete Application Form
- Access and fill out the financial aid application form available on the MRC de Caniapiscau website.
- Step 4: Gather Required Documents
- Assemble all mandatory documents such as the filled application form, project cost and financing form, support resolution, service offers or quotes, and recent financial statements.
- Include letters of support and commitment from partners indicating the nature of their contributions, if confirmed.
- Prepare any additional documents deemed relevant by you or the MRC, such as financial or activity reports, registration status, tax receipts, or letters patent.
- Step 5: Submit Application
- Submit the application with all required documentation at any time throughout the year, based on fund availability.
- Note that the review, selection, and acceptance process takes between four to eight weeks.
- Step 6: Post-Submission Process
- Understand that selected projects will be forwarded to the MRC council for approval by resolution.
- Avoid making project modifications post-submission without prior authorization from the MRC.
- Inform the MRC of any changes to the project's financing.
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- The financial assistance provided cannot exceed 80% of the total eligible expenses, requiring the promoter to contribute at least 20%.
- The promoter's financial contribution includes a minimum of 5% of the total eligible expenses in financial contributions.
- The value of volunteer services is considered in the promoter's contribution but does not count toward the minimum 5% financial contribution.
- Applications can be submitted throughout the year until funds are exhausted.
- Processing time for application analysis, selection, and approval ranges from four to eight weeks.
- Approved projects are subject to a resolution by the MRC council.
- Promoters must seek authorization from the MRC for any modifications post-submission.
- Changes to project funding must be communicated to the MRC.
