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MRC Deux-Montagnes— Regional and Rural Fund (FRR) – Stream 2 - Quebec - Canada
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MRC Deux-Montagnes— Regional and Rural Fund (FRR) – Stream 2

Supports local and regional development initiatives in Deux-Montagnes
Last Update: March 4, 2026
Funding available
$ 5,000 - $ 150,000
Timeline
  • Open Date : November 22, 2024
  • Closing date : March 31, 2025
Location
Laurentides, Quebec, Canada

Overview

The MRC Deux-Montagnes—Regional and Rural Fund (FRR) – Stream 2 offers non-repayable grants of up to $150,000 to support local projects that enhance community vitality, entrepreneurship, and regional development. Eligible activities include professional fees, operational costs, communications, training, and project implementation expenses for initiatives aligned with the MRC's strategic priorities.

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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.

At a glance

Funding available

Financing goals
  • Develop an online presence
Eligible Funding
  • Maximum amount : 150,000 $
  • Minimum amount : 5,000 $
  • Up to 20% of project cost
Timeline
  • Open Date : November 22, 2024
  • Closing date : March 31, 2025

Eligible candidates

Eligible Industries
  • Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
  • Arts, entertainment and recreation
  • Other services (except public administration)
  • Public administration
Location
  • Deux-Montagnes
  • Laurentides
  • Quebec
Legal structures
  • All legal structures
Annual revenue
  • All revenue ranges
Organisation size
  • All organization sizes
Audience
  • Rural or Northern Residents

Next steps

1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility

Activities funded

  • Support and promotion of local entrepreneurship, including initiatives to welcome new businesses.
  • Implementation of community-based projects that strengthen local economic development.
  • Development and promotion of recreational and agrotourism activities within the region.
  • Execution of projects contributing to regional planning, such as land use and development initiatives.
  • Collaboration on regional projects that enhance the overall attractiveness and economic vitality of the Laurentides area.

Eligibility

Who is eligible?

  • The seven local municipalities within the MRC Deux-Montagnes

Who is not eligible

  • Businesses in the retail or restaurant sectors.
  • Projects related to the daily operations, infrastructure, or services that are typically funded by municipal budgets or other government programs (e.g., construction or renovation of buildings, roadwork, fire or security services, water supply, or sewage).

Eligible expenses

  • Salaries and social charges related to project execution.
  • Travel, representation, and meal expenses incurred for the project.
  • Professional fees associated with project delivery.
  • Postage, courier, and office supply expenses required for project activities.
  • Communication costs for consultations or dissemination of project decisions.
  • General operating expenses directly related to the project, such as room rentals, office rent, telecommunications tools (including website costs), promotional activities, general insurance, memberships, and subscriptions.
  • Training expenses for project personnel.
  • Bank charges, interest, and amortization of real estate assets linked to the project.
  • Other costs directly inherent to the realization of the project.

Eligible geographic areas

  • The seven municipalities within the MRC de Deux-Montagnes, Quebec.

Additional information

  • The applicant must respond to the protocol conditions and sign it within 90 days, otherwise the agreement becomes void.
  • Funding decisions are communicated in writing to the applicant, outlining associated project terms.
  • All project expenditures must be completed by March 31 of each year.
  • If a project receives support, it cannot receive further funding unless a significant enhancement is proposed by the promoter.

Frequently Asked Questions about the MRC Deux-Montagnes— Regional and Rural Fund (FRR) – Stream 2 Program

Here are answers to the most common questions about the MRC Deux-Montagnes— Regional and Rural Fund (FRR) – Stream 2. 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 Deux-Montagnes— Regional and Rural Fund (FRR) – Stream 2?

The MRC Deux-Montagnes—Regional and Rural Fund (FRR) – Stream 2 offers non-repayable grants of up to $150,000 to support local projects that enhance community vitality, entrepreneurship, and regional development. Eligible activities include professional fees, operational costs, communications, training, and project implementation expenses for initiatives aligned with the MRC's strategic priorities.

How much funding can be received?

MRC Deux-Montagnes— Regional and Rural Fund (FRR) – Stream 2 Funds up to 20% of admissible expenses, capped at $150,000 per project.

What is the deadline to apply?

The application deadline for this grant program was March 31, 2025.

Who is eligible for the MRC Deux-Montagnes— Regional and Rural Fund (FRR) – Stream 2 program?

To be eligible for the MRC Deux-Montagnes— Regional and Rural Fund (FRR) – Stream 2 program, you must: Applicant must be a local municipality within the MRC Deux-Montagnes.

What expenses are eligible under MRC Deux-Montagnes— Regional and Rural Fund (FRR) – Stream 2?

Support and promotion of local entrepreneurship, including initiatives to welcome new businesses. Implementation of community-based projects that strengthen local economic development. Development and promotion of recreational and agrotourism activities within the region. Execution of projects contributing to regional planning, such as land use and development initiatives. Collaboration on regional projects that enhance the overall attractiveness and economic vitality of the Laurentides area.

Where is the MRC Deux-Montagnes— Regional and Rural Fund (FRR) – Stream 2 available?

The MRC Deux-Montagnes— Regional and Rural Fund (FRR) – Stream 2 program is available Laurentides, Quebec.

Is the MRC Deux-Montagnes— Regional and Rural Fund (FRR) – Stream 2 a grant, loan, or tax credit?

MRC Deux-Montagnes— Regional and Rural Fund (FRR) – Stream 2 is a Grant and Funding