MRC Collines-de-l'Outaouais — Festivals and Events Support Fund (FSÉF) – Component 1

The MRC Collines-de-l'Outaouais Festivals and Events Support Fund provides specific financial support terms to beneficiaries aiming to foster local and emerging cultural projects. Funding is designed to encourage strategic initiatives that leverage community engagement and economic impact.

• A maximum financial contribution of $2,500 per project or 20% of the total eligible expenses of the event, whichever is less.
• A minimum investment of 20% of the total eligible project expenses is required from the promoter or community.
• This investment requirement includes at least 10% of the total eligible project expenses in cash and can incorporate up to 10% in volunteer time calculated at minimum wage.
• The financial support is non-repayable and non-recurring.
• Payment is distributed in two installments: the first installment constitutes 80% of the awarded amount, and the second installment, representing 20%, is disbursed upon submission of the final report.
• Receiving funding in one year does not guarantee funding in subsequent years.
• An organization cannot receive more than $5,000 in financial contributions per year from the fund.

Eligibility for this grant is determined by the type of organization seeking support for events and festivals.

• The applicant must be a legally constituted non-profit organization (OBNL).
• The applicant can be a legally constituted non-profit cooperative.
• A legally constituted social economy enterprise is eligible to apply.
• Municipalities within the MRC des Collines-de-l’Outaouais or municipal bodies are eligible.
• Private businesses are eligible to apply.
• Informal collectives are eligible if supported by a legally constituted non-profit sponsor.

Who is eligible?

The grant is available to eligible promoters who belong to one or more of the following categories.

• A legally constituted non-profit organization (OBNL).
• A legally constituted non-profit cooperative.
• A legally constituted social economy enterprise.
• A municipality within the MRC des Collines-de-l'Outaouais or a municipal organization.
• A private company.
• An informal collective supported by a legally constituted non-profit sponsoring organization.

Who is not eligible

This grant has specific eligibility criteria that exclude certain types of events. The restrictions ensure that the funding aligns with the strategic objectives of the granting entity.

• Events that are illegal.
• Events with a sexual, religious, or political nature.
• Events that could be controversial and would not reasonably associate with the MRC des Collines-de-l’Outaouais.
• Events in direct competition with existing projects or organizations targeting the same audience within the same area.
• Events for which promoters are in default of payment.
• Fundraising and benefit activities.
• Events or festivals with applications already submitted under another policy or program administered by the MRC.

Eligible expenses

The grant covers expenses directly related to the realization and promotion of the event or festival.

• Expenses related to the realization and promotion of the project.
• Research and documentation fees.
• Animation costs.
• Transportation costs.
• Professional fees.
• Acquisition or rental fees necessary for the project.
• Volunteer time contributions calculated at minimum wage.

Eligible geographic areas

This grant is specifically tailored for the territory of the MRC des Collines-de-l'Outaouais, supporting events and festivals within this region. The program ensures that initiatives contribute positively to its local community and strategic priorities.

• Territory of the MRC des Collines-de-l’Outaouais.

The evaluation and selection of projects for this grant are based on specific criteria to ensure alignment with the grant’s objectives.

• The realism of the financial setup.
• Diversification of funding sources.
• The experience and competence of the promoter.
• Direct and positive impacts of the event.
• The quality of the project: innovative character, originality, synergy between partners, and community support.

Here are additional relevant details for this grant:

• The financial contribution is non-repayable and non-recurring.
• Funding is provided in two installations: 80% on approval and 20% on submission of the final report.
• The grant does not guarantee renewal in subsequent years even if funding is obtained once.
• A single organization may not receive more than $5,000 annually from the fund.