MRC de Rivière-du-Loup — FRR – Stream 1: Regional outreach fund / Territorial projects

Q: What is the deadline to apply?

The program is accepting continuous intake

Q: Who is eligible for the MRC de Rivière-du-Loup — FRR – Stream 1: Regional outreach fund / Territorial projects program?

To be eligible for the MRC de Rivière-du-Loup — FRR – Stream 1: Regional outreach fund / Territorial projects program, you must: • Project must be selected by the Administrative Committee (CA) of the MRC de Rivière-du-Loup. • Project must align with territorial or sectoral plans of the MRC or CLD de Rivière-du-Loup.

Q: Who can I contact for more information about the MRC de Rivière-du-Loup — FRR – Stream 1: Regional outreach fund / Territorial projects?

You can contact MRC Rivière-du-Loup by email at administration@mrcrdl.quebec or by phone at 418-867-2485.

Q: Where is the MRC de Rivière-du-Loup — FRR – Stream 1: Regional outreach fund / Territorial projects available?

The MRC de Rivière-du-Loup — FRR – Stream 1: Regional outreach fund / Territorial projects program is available the province of QC.

Q: Are Indigenous Peoples eligible for the MRC de Rivière-du-Loup — FRR – Stream 1: Regional outreach fund / Territorial projects program?

Yes, Indigenous Peoples are eligible to apply for the MRC de Rivière-du-Loup — FRR – Stream 1: Regional outreach fund / Territorial projects program.

Last Update: July 23, 2025

QC, Canada

Supports regional development projects with lasting territorial impact

At a glance

Eligible Funding

Max. $50,000
Up to 30% of project cost

Timeline

Unspecified

Financing Type

Grant and Funding

Eligible Industries

Utilities
Other services (except public administration)
Public administration

Funds Providers

MRC Rivière-du-Loup

Program status

Open

Overview

The MRC de Rivière-du-Loup — FRR Stream 1: Regional Outreach Fund supports territorial projects that align with local or sectoral development plans, offering up to $50,000 per project. This program aims to enhance regional vitality by funding initiatives with impacts extending beyond the MRC’s territory.

Financing terms and conditions

The maximum recommended financial assistance per project, for projects not led by the MRC, is $50,000 from the dedicated envelope for Volet 1.
30% of the regional funding envelope for Bas-Saint-Laurent is reserved specifically for territorial projects identified by each MRC.

Activities funded

Initiatives that generate benefits extending beyond the territory of the MRC.
Projects aligned with the territorial or sectoral planning documents of the MRC or local development center (CLD) for Rivière-du-Loup.

Examples of admissible projects:

$ 49,600

Piloting a regional composting program for small businesses

$ 49,500

Developing a mobile makerspace program for rural municipal libraries

$ 49,500

Establishing a multi-region apprentice exchange for skilled trades

$ 48,000

Organizing regional skills-sharing workshops for social enterprises

$ 49,250

Building a sustainable transport pilot program for regional workers

$ 48,980

Launching a regional agrotourism web portal for local producers

Eligibility

The project must be selected and endorsed by the administrative committee (CA) of the MRC de Rivière-du-Loup.
The applicant and project must meet the eligibility criteria established by the Ministère des Affaires municipales et de l’Habitation (MAMH).
The project must be aligned with territorial or sectoral planning of the MRC or the Centre local de développement (CLD) of Rivière-du-Loup.

Who is eligible?

Municipalities
Regional County Municipalities (MRCs)
Non-profit organizations (NPOs)
Non-financial cooperatives
Wolastoqiyik Wahsipekuk First Nation

Eligible geographic areas

Organizations operating within the territory of the MRC de Rivière-du-Loup, Quebec.
Entities located in the Bas-Saint-Laurent region, Quebec.

Selection criteria

Compliance with the criteria set by the Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing (MAMH).
Alignment with the territorial planning or sectoral policies of the MRC or the Centre local de développement (CLD) of the Rivière-du-Loup region.

How to apply

Identify eligible project

Identify projects aligned with the territorial or sectoral plans of the MRC or the Centre local de développement (CLD) of Rivière-du-Loup
Ensure the project is not led by the MRC but is supported by it

Have project selected by the CA

Contact the administrative committee (CA) of the MRC to have your project targeted for submission
Ensure your project complies with the eligibility criteria of the MAMH

Gather supporting documents

Prepare the required documents and financial details according to the guidelines
Collect supporting materials in line with the MRC and MAMH requirements

Complete application form

Complete the single financial aid application form of the MRC de Rivière-du-Loup
Ensure the application is filled in accurately

Submit for pre-eligibility verification

Submit your completed application and required documents to the MRC for pre-eligibility verification
Wait for the CA's review and validation before official submission

Await project evaluation

The technical committee evaluates projects using the assessment grid
Recommendations are made to the project selection decision committee

Additional information

A dedicated share of 30% of the total funding envelope for the Bas-Saint-Laurent region is reserved specifically for projects targeted by each MRC.
Projects must align with the territorial or sectoral planning or policies of the MRC or the local development center (CLD) for Rivière-du-Loup.
Projects submitted after the specified deadline are reviewed at the next submission date.
A single standardized application form must be used for all funding requests.

Contacts

administration@mrcrdl.quebec

418-867-2485

QC, Canada

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Frequently Asked Questions about the MRC de Rivière-du-Loup — FRR – Stream 1: Regional outreach fund / Territorial projects Program

Here are answers to the most common questions about the MRC de Rivière-du-Loup — FRR – Stream 1: Regional outreach fund / Territorial projects. 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.