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MRC Collines-de-l'Outaouais — Festivals and Events Support Fund (FSÉF) – Component 1
Support for local and regional events
Last Update: June 9, 2026
Funding available
$ 2,500
Timeline
- Open Date : November 1, 2023
- Closing date : December 5, 2023
Location
Outaouais, Quebec, Canada
Overview
This program provides up to $2,500 to support local, emerging, and large-scale festivals and events in the MRC des Collines-de-l'Outaouais. It supports event delivery, promotion, and visibility initiatives that strengthen local impact and regional reach.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Increase social or community impact
- Strengthen organizational capacity
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 2,500 $
- Up to 20% of project cost
Timeline
- Open Date : November 1, 2023
- Closing date : December 5, 2023
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
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
- All groups
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Culture and Arts
- Other Recreation and Social Clubs
Target groups
- General public
- Rural / Remote communities
- Artists / creatives
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- Local
- Municipal
- Regional
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Local events and festivals
- Emerging events and festivals
- Structuring events and festivals with broader regional impact
- Visibility purchase for large-scale events and festivals
Documents Needed
- Completed application form
- Required mandatory documents listed in the application form
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Non-profit organizations
- Non-profit cooperatives
- Social economy enterprises
- Municipalities and municipal organizations
- Private businesses and informal collectives supported by a sponsoring non-profit
Who is not eligible
- Illegal events or events of a sexual, religious, political, or controversial nature
- Fundraising and benefit events
- Applicants in default of payment
- Events already submitted under another MRC program or policy
Eligible expenses
- Project realization and promotion costs
- Research, documentation, and animation costs
- Transportation and professional fees
- Equipment purchase or rental needed for the project
- Volunteer time valued at minimum wage
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Costs incurred before the application is submitted
- Debt financing or future loan repayments
- Business plans or feasibility studies
- Operating expenses of the organization
- Project administration fees
Eligible geographic areas
- MRC des Collines-de-l'Outaouais
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are first analyzed by a MRC advisor.
- The project receives a preliminary review and recommendations.
- It is then submitted to the territorial sustainable development commission.
- The council of mayors makes the final decision.
- Follow-up is provided with the promoter during implementation, if approved.
Additional information
- One funding year does not guarantee renewal in future applications.
- For Component 1, the approved amount is paid in two instalments.
- Applicants are accompanied by a MRC advisor during the review process.
- Project visibility actions may be required, when applicable.
Contacts
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Frequently Asked Questions about the MRC Collines-de-l'Outaouais — Festivals and Events Support Fund (FSÉF) – Component 1 Program
What is the MRC Collines-de-l'Outaouais — Festivals and Events Support Fund (FSÉF) – Component 1?
This program provides up to $2,500 to support local, emerging, and large-scale festivals and events in the MRC des Collines-de-l'Outaouais. It supports event delivery, promotion, and visibility initiatives that strengthen local impact and regional reach.
How much funding can be received?
MRC Collines-de-l'Outaouais — Festivals and Events Support Fund (FSÉF) – Component 1 Funds up to 20% of admissible expenses, capped at $2,500 per project.
What is the deadline to apply?
The application deadline for this grant program was December 5, 2023.
Who is eligible for the MRC Collines-de-l'Outaouais — Festivals and Events Support Fund (FSÉF) – Component 1 program?
To be eligible for the MRC Collines-de-l'Outaouais — Festivals and Events Support Fund (FSÉF) – Component 1 program, you must:
Event in the MRC territory.
One-time event within 24 months.
Applicant must be an eligible promoter.
What expenses are eligible under MRC Collines-de-l'Outaouais — Festivals and Events Support Fund (FSÉF) – Component 1?
Local events and festivals
Emerging events and festivals
Structuring events and festivals with broader regional impact
Visibility purchase for large-scale events and festivals
Who can I contact for more information about the MRC Collines-de-l'Outaouais — Festivals and Events Support Fund (FSÉF) – Component 1?
You can contact MRC des Collines-de-l'Outaouais (MRC) by email at info@mrcdescollines.com or by phone at 0.
Where is the MRC Collines-de-l'Outaouais — Festivals and Events Support Fund (FSÉF) – Component 1 available?
The MRC Collines-de-l'Outaouais — Festivals and Events Support Fund (FSÉF) – Component 1 program is available Outaouais, Quebec.