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MRC de L’Érable — Regional and Rurality Fund (RRF) - Quebec - Canada
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MRC de L’Érable — Regional and Rurality Fund (RRF)

Supports local and regional development projects
Offered by
MRC L'Érable (MRC)
Funding available
$ 5,000 - $ 1,138,435
Deadline
Open continuously
Location
Quebec, Canada
Who can apply
Local municipalities
See full eligibility

Overview

This program supports local and regional development projects in MRC de L’Érable. It funds initiatives that improve quality of life, strengthen the territory, and support businesses, municipalities, culture, environment, and tourism.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.

At a glance

Funding available

Financing goals
  • Develop strategic partnerships
  • Develop a new program or service
  • Increase social or community impact
Eligible Funding
  • Maximum amount : 1,138,435 $
  • Minimum amount : 5,000 $
  • Up to 83% of project cost
Funds Providers

Eligible candidates

Eligible Industries
  • All industries
Location
  • L’Érable
  • Quebec
Legal structures
  • For-profit business
  • Social economy enterprise
  • Non-profit
  • Public or Parapublic institution
Annual revenue
  • All revenue ranges
Organisation size
  • All organization sizes
Audience
  • Rural or Northern Residents
  • Canadians
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
  • Culture and Arts
  • Sports
  • Other Recreation and Social Clubs
  • Other Education
  • Environment
  • Economic, Social and Community Development
Target groups
  • General public
  • Rural / Remote communities
  • Business owners / entrepreneurs
  • Nonprofits / charities
  • Community leaders
Revenue structures
  • All structures
Scope
  • Local
  • Regional
  • Provincial

Next Steps

1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility

Activities funded

  • Local, regional, and sectoral development projects that support the MRC’s intervention priorities
  • Projects in economic vitality, culture, social development, environment, rurality, housing, municipal services, heritage, and territorial development
  • Regional projects and initiatives linked to agreements or partnerships for territorial development

Documents Needed

  • Completed and signed application form
  • Completed Excel budget forecast
  • Board or municipal council resolution naming the project and representative
  • Letter of support from the municipality
  • Letters patent, if applicable

Eligibility

Who is eligible?

  • Local municipalities
  • MRCs and municipal organizations
  • Indigenous communities
  • Non-profit organizations
  • For-profit businesses

Who is not eligible

  • Government ministries, agencies, state-owned companies, and their subsidiaries
  • Health institutions, hospital foundations, and health cooperatives
  • Educational institutions
  • Financial-sector businesses, including financial cooperatives, insurance brokers, and real estate brokers
  • Individuals not operating a business

Eligible expenses

  • Project-related salaries, benefits, rent, travel, data acquisition, materials, and equipment
  • Costs for plans, studies, professional and contract fees
  • Construction, development, realization, and setup costs
  • Planning and consultation costs with regional stakeholders
  • Administrative costs up to 5% of eligible expenses

Ineligible Costs and Activities

  • Costs incurred before the application is filed
  • Projects already completed
  • Operating deficits, interest, debt repayment, and working capital support
  • Loans, loan guarantees, equity investments, prizes, scholarships, and contests
  • Lobbying costs and expenses not directly related to the project

Eligible geographic areas

  • Quebec

Selection criteria

  • Contribution to the objectives of FRR Volet 2 and the MRC’s intervention priorities
  • Integration within the eligible intervention areas
  • Compliance with laws and regulations
  • Analysis committee score of at least 70% for local projects

How to apply

  • Step 1: Prepare the application
    • Complete the application form and budget forecast.
    • Gather the required supporting documents.
  • Step 2: Submit to the MRC
    • Send a complete file to the community development advisor by the applicable deadline.
    • Incomplete files may be deferred to a later intake period.
  • Step 3: Review and decision
    • The analysis committee reviews the file and makes a recommendation.
    • For local projects, the MRC council makes the final decision.
  • Step 4: Funding agreement and follow-up
    • Sign the funding agreement if approved.
    • Provide the required supporting documents for payments and final reporting.

Processing and Agreement

  • Local projects are reviewed by the analysis committee and then submitted to the MRC council for a decision.
  • Applicants are informed of the MRC’s decision after council review.
  • Approved projects are governed by a funding agreement between the promoter and the MRC.
  • Payments are made according to the protocol, including a final payment after required supporting documents are received.

Additional information

  • Calls for projects are currently open for Laval and Chaudière-Appalaches.
  • The program uses a regional call-for-projects approach.

Frequently Asked Questions about the MRC de L’Érable — Regional and Rurality Fund (RRF) Program

What is the MRC de L’Érable — Regional and Rurality Fund (RRF)?

This program supports local and regional development projects in MRC de L’Érable. It funds initiatives that improve quality of life, strengthen the territory, and support businesses, municipalities, culture, environment, and tourism.

How much funding can be received?

MRC de L’Érable — Regional and Rurality Fund (RRF) Funds up to 83% of admissible expenses, capped at $1,138,435 per project.

Who is eligible for the MRC de L’Érable — Regional and Rurality Fund (RRF) program?

To be eligible for the MRC de L’Érable — Regional and Rurality Fund (RRF) program, you must: Aligned with MRC priorities Minimum request of $5,000 Temporary, non-recurring project

What expenses are eligible under MRC de L’Érable — Regional and Rurality Fund (RRF)?

Local, regional, and sectoral development projects that support the MRC’s intervention priorities Projects in economic vitality, culture, social development, environment, rurality, housing, municipal services, heritage, and territorial development Regional projects and initiatives linked to agreements or partnerships for territorial development

Where is the MRC de L’Érable — Regional and Rurality Fund (RRF) available?

The MRC de L’Érable — Regional and Rurality Fund (RRF) program is available the province of Quebec.

Is the MRC de L’Érable — Regional and Rurality Fund (RRF) a grant, loan, or tax credit?

MRC de L’Érable — Regional and Rurality Fund (RRF) is a Partnering and Collaboration

Who are the financial supporters of the MRC de L’Érable — Regional and Rurality Fund (RRF)?

MRC de L’Érable — Regional and Rurality Fund (RRF) is funded by MRC L'Érable (MRC)