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MRC des Collines-de-l'Outaouais — Regions and Rurality Fund (FRR) – Stream 3 - Quebec - Canada
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MRC des Collines-de-l'Outaouais — Regions and Rurality Fund (FRR) – Stream 3

Support for sustainable village-centre projects
Offered by
MRC des Collines-de-l'Outaouais (MRC)
Funding available
Varies by project
Deadline
March 15, 2028
Location
Outaouais, Quebec, Canada
Who can apply

The MRC des Collines-de-l’Outaouais.

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Overview

This program supports the MRC des Collines-de-l’Outaouais in building a strong territorial identity through durable village centers. It funds concrete, innovative projects focused on local infrastructure, active mobility, heritage, community life, and related initiatives.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.

At a glance

Funding available

Financing goals
  • Increase social or community impact
  • Raise awareness or mobilize a population
  • Renovate or adapt facilities
Eligible Funding
  • Varies by project
Funds Providers

Eligible candidates

Eligible Industries
  • All industries
Location
  • Les Collines-de-l’Outaouais
  • Outaouais
  • Quebec
Legal structures
  • Non-profit
  • Public or Parapublic institution
  • Non-financial cooperative
  • Social economy enterprise
  • For-profit business
Annual revenue
  • All revenue ranges
Organisation size
  • All organization sizes
Audience
  • Rural or Northern Residents
  • Startups
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
  • Economic, Social and Community Development
Target groups
  • General public
  • Rural / Remote communities
  • Business owners / entrepreneurs
  • Nonprofits / charities
  • Community leaders
Revenue structures
  • All structures
Scope
  • Regional

Next Steps

1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility

Activities funded

  • Development and consolidation of sustainable living environments in village centers.
  • Improvement of local infrastructure and proximity services.
  • Promotion of sustainable mobility and active transportation.
  • Enhancement of heritage and access to natural areas.
  • Strengthening community life and a sense of belonging.

Documents Needed

  • Expression of interest form.
  • Project definition document.
  • Project work specification.

Eligibility

Who is eligible?

  • The MRC des Collines-de-l’Outaouais.
  • Municipal organizations and Indigenous communities.
  • Private and social economy businesses.
  • Cooperatives.
  • Non-profit organizations and education-sector organizations.

Who is not eligible

  • Organizations listed in the Register of Enterprises Ineligible for Public Contracts.
  • Private-sector financial companies and financial-sector cooperatives.

Eligible expenses

  • Direct MRC expenses not linked to regular operations, including salaries and service contracts needed for coordination, planning, and implementation.
  • Funding for eligible projects carried out under the management framework.
  • Administration costs, up to 10% of the overall envelope.

Ineligible Costs and Activities

  • Operating deficits, debt repayment, and working capital replenishment.
  • Expenses incurred before the agreement is signed or for projects already completed.
  • Expenses not directly linked to the project.
  • Projects involving health service expansion, municipal administration, or regular strategic studies/planning work.
  • Loans, loan guarantees, equity investments, and the refundable portion of taxes.

Eligible geographic areas

  • MRC des Collines-de-l’Outaouais.

Selection criteria

  • Alignment with the Sustainable Living Environments project objectives.
  • Quality of the financing plan and confirmed partner contributions.
  • Quality of the project delivery plan, including steps, activities, resources, and targets.
  • Quality of governance structure and project team experience.
  • Medium- and long-term impact on communities and project sustainability.

How to apply

  • Step 1: Confirm Interest
    • Submit the expression of interest form.
    • Review the project definition document.
  • Step 2: Prepare the Project
    • Carry out the necessary steps to define the project.
    • Complete the project work specification.
  • Step 3: Review and Governance
    • Submit the initiative or project for review to the internal project resource.
    • The steering committee evaluates and recommends eligible initiatives for funding.
  • Step 4: Agreement and Follow-up
    • Sign the financial assistance agreement.
    • Provide the required accountability documents during implementation and at completion.

Processing and Agreement

  • The MRC confirms interest by submitting the required expression of interest form.
  • A steering committee is then established to oversee implementation and financial follow-up.
  • Eligible initiatives and projects are reviewed, validated, and recommended by the committee.
  • A financial assistance agreement is signed with the recipient organization before funding is paid.
  • The recipient must provide accountability documents and final reporting as required.

Additional information

  • The MRC must submit an expression of interest form to move forward with the project.
  • The MRC must consult the “Define Your Project” document and complete the project work specification.
  • Public documentation on the steering committee and annual use of funds is posted on the MRC website.

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Frequently Asked Questions about the MRC des Collines-de-l'Outaouais — Regions and Rurality Fund (FRR) – Stream 3 Program

What is the MRC des Collines-de-l'Outaouais — Regions and Rurality Fund (FRR) – Stream 3?

This program supports the MRC des Collines-de-l’Outaouais in building a strong territorial identity through durable village centers. It funds concrete, innovative projects focused on local infrastructure, active mobility, heritage, community life, and related initiatives.

Who is eligible for the MRC des Collines-de-l'Outaouais — Regions and Rurality Fund (FRR) – Stream 3 program?

To be eligible for the MRC des Collines-de-l'Outaouais — Regions and Rurality Fund (FRR) – Stream 3 program, you must: Project must fit the management framework. Initiative must be time-limited. Project must align with program objectives.

What expenses are eligible under MRC des Collines-de-l'Outaouais — Regions and Rurality Fund (FRR) – Stream 3?

Development and consolidation of sustainable living environments in village centers. Improvement of local infrastructure and proximity services. Promotion of sustainable mobility and active transportation. Enhancement of heritage and access to natural areas. Strengthening community life and a sense of belonging.

Who can I contact for more information about the MRC des Collines-de-l'Outaouais — Regions and Rurality Fund (FRR) – Stream 3?

You can contact MRC des Collines-de-l'Outaouais (MRC).

Where is the MRC des Collines-de-l'Outaouais — Regions and Rurality Fund (FRR) – Stream 3 available?

The MRC des Collines-de-l'Outaouais — Regions and Rurality Fund (FRR) – Stream 3 program is available Outaouais, Quebec.

Is the MRC des Collines-de-l'Outaouais — Regions and Rurality Fund (FRR) – Stream 3 a grant, loan, or tax credit?

MRC des Collines-de-l'Outaouais — Regions and Rurality Fund (FRR) – Stream 3 is a Grant and Funding

Who are the financial supporters of the MRC des Collines-de-l'Outaouais — Regions and Rurality Fund (FRR) – Stream 3?

MRC des Collines-de-l'Outaouais — Regions and Rurality Fund (FRR) – Stream 3 is funded by MRC des Collines-de-l'Outaouais (MRC)