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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: April 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
- For-profit business
- Social economy enterprise
- Non-financial cooperative
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
Frequently Asked Questions about the MRC Collines-de-l'Outaouais — Festivals and Events Support Fund (FSÉF) – Component 1 Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the MRC Collines-de-l'Outaouais — Festivals and Events Support Fund (FSÉF) – Component 1. This section explains what the program is, how much funding is available, eligibility requirements, application deadlines, and other important details to help you determine if this grant is right for your business.
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 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.