How much funding can be received?

Funds up to 80% of admissible expenses, capped at $150000 per project.

What is the deadline to apply?

The deadline to apply is not specified.

MRC de Rivière-du-Loup — FRR – Stream 3: Signature innovation - renewable energies

Q: What are MRC de Rivière-du-Loup — FRR – Stream 3: Signature innovation - renewable energies's eligibility criterias?

Private for-profit businesses are eligible. Projects must align with renewable energy priorities of the MRC. Cooperatives (excluding financial cooperatives) are eligible.

Last Update: July 23, 2025

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MRC de Rivière-du-Loup — FRR – Stream 3: Signature innovation - renewable energies at a glance

Eligible Funding

Max. $150,000
Up to 80% of project cost

Timeline

Continuous Intakes

Financing Type

Grant and Funding

Eligible Industries

Utilities
Manufacturing
Transportation and warehousing
Professional, scientific and technical services
Administrative and support, waste management and remediation services
Educational services
Other services (except public administration)
Public administration

Grant Providers

MRC Rivière-du-Loup

Status

Open

Overview of the MRC de Rivière-du-Loup — FRR – Stream 3: Signature innovation - renewable energies program

The MRC de Rivière-du-Loup — FRR Stream 3: Signature Innovation - Renewable Energies grant provides up to $150,000 per project (or up to $75,000 for mobility projects) to support innovative, time-limited initiatives that strengthen the region’s identity in renewable energy. Eligible activities include projects related to biomethanation, waste valorization, wind power, renewable energy integration, and advancements in sustainable mobility.

Financing terms and conditions

Annual funding envelope of $250,568 available from 2020 to 2024, with a total grant of $1,252,840 allocated for the program period.
The MRC must contribute $250,568, corresponding to 20% of the total financial envelope provided by the ministry.
Non-repayable financial assistance up to $150,000 per project; for mobility-related projects, assistance is capped at $75,000 per project.
The maximum funding may be doubled for projects led by at least two local municipalities jointly.
Non-profit, municipal, and social economy project promoters may receive up to 80% of eligible project expenses; private companies may receive up to 50% of eligible project expenses.

Eligible projects & activities

Initiatives to improve and innovate biomethanation processes.
Projects that enhance the energy value of residual materials.
Development and implementation of innovative methods to divert residual materials from landfills.
Research and development related to wind energy and the deployment of new wind farms.
Projects integrating renewable energy solutions, such as solar, small hydro, biomethane, biomass, or biofuels, including advancing energy autonomy and reducing petroleum dependency.

Examples of admissible projects:

$ 75,000

Deployment of a fleet of electric cargo tricycles for deliveries

$ 74,000

Feasibility study for small-scale wind farm development

$ 147,000

Pilot project for solar panel integration on community buildings

$ 117,000

Creation of a biogas micro-generator for agricultural waste valorization

$ 145,000

Installation of waste-to-energy system in industrial food processing plant

$ 143,000

Research into converting forest biomass residues into liquid biofuel

Eligibility criteria of the MRC de Rivière-du-Loup — FRR – Stream 3: Signature innovation - renewable energies program

The applicant must be a municipal organization, Indigenous community, non-profit organization, social economy enterprise (excluding financial sector), private business (excluding financial sector), cooperative (excluding financial cooperatives), or an educational network organization.
The project must relate to renewable energies and align with one of the intervention areas prioritized by the MRC (e.g., biomethanation, wind energy, energy recovery, waste valorization, renewable energy projects, or mobility linked to renewable energy).
The project must be of limited duration, non-recurring, and not cover regular operational costs for maintaining ongoing activities.
The applicant must provide required financial documentation and comply with all reporting and accountability requirements set by the MRC.
The project must align with the MRC's development priorities and not contradict any government policy or regulation.

Who is eligible?

Municipal organizations and Indigenous communities
Private enterprises (excluding the financial sector)
Non-profit organizations
Social economy enterprises (excluding financial cooperatives)
Educational network organizations

Who is not eligible

Companies and organizations in the financial sector, including financial cooperatives.
Projects related to the establishment or expansion of health services (e.g., health cooperatives).
Organizations involved in municipal administration projects (e.g., town hall renovations, municipal garage maintenance).
Projects associated with places of worship, unless the building is being converted for non-religious community use.
Businesses registered in the Register of enterprises ineligible for public contracts.

Eligible expenses

Salaries and benefits for employees or interns dedicated to the project, including employer contributions.
Professional fees for external services relevant to project execution.
Capital expenditures for assets enabling project realization.
Acquisition of technologies, software, or patents directly required for the project.
Non-refundable portion of taxes.
Other direct costs necessary for the development and implementation of the project.

Eligible geographic areas

Organizations located within the territory of the MRC de Rivière-du-Loup, Quebec.

Eligibility criteria of the MRC de Rivière-du-Loup — FRR – Stream 3: Signature innovation - renewable energies program

Alignment with the MRC's development priorities and relevant territorial or sectoral plans.
Relevance to one of the prioritized intervention areas for renewable energy innovation as defined by the MRC.
Anticipated concrete impacts on the community or sector.
Quality and realism of the project implementation plan, including timelines, steps, resource allocation, targets, and financial planning.
Demonstration of innovation, such as new products, improved processes, new marketing or organizational methods.
Strength and clarity of governance structure, including well-defined partnerships, decision-making frameworks, and qualifications of the project team.
Contribution to reinforcing the MRC's territorial identity in renewable energy.

How to apply to the MRC de Rivière-du-Loup — FRR – Stream 3: Signature innovation - renewable energies program

Step 1: Review Documentation and Guidelines
- Obtain and review the management framework and related documents for the Signature Innovation – Renewable Energies fund from the MRC de Rivière-du-Loup.
- Ensure the project aligns with the intervention axes defined by the program.
Step 2: Prepare Application Materials
- Complete the official application form provided by the MRC de Rivière-du-Loup.
- Gather all required supporting documents, including financial statements and documentation necessary to evaluate your organization’s financial situation.
Step 3: Submit the Application
- Send your completed application and all supporting documents by email to administration@mrcrdl.quebec.
Step 4: Application Review and Analysis
- The MRC administration will review the application for eligibility and completeness.
- The application will be analyzed and presented to the steering committee for evaluation and recommendation to the MRC council.
Step 5: Follow-Up and Decision Communication
- Await the decision and feedback from the MRC regarding the funding request.
- Respond to any further requests for information or documentation if contacted by the MRC.

Additional information

The funds are awarded based on budget availability, with applications accepted continuously.
Decisions are made by a steering committee that typically meets at least twice per year.
Applicants must comply with specific communication requirements, including acknowledging the Government of Quebec's contribution in publicity and promotional materials.
Members of the steering committee are subject to ethics and deontological regulations regarding integrity, impartiality, and confidentiality.