MRC du Golfe-du-Saint-Laurent — Rural Development Fund (FDR)

Q: What is the deadline to apply?

The program is accepting continuous intake

Q: Who is eligible for the MRC du Golfe-du-Saint-Laurent — Rural Development Fund (FDR) program?

To be eligible for the MRC du Golfe-du-Saint-Laurent — Rural Development Fund (FDR) program, you must: • Solidarity or consumer cooperatives may apply.

Q: Who can I contact for more information about the MRC du Golfe-du-Saint-Laurent — Rural Development Fund (FDR)?

You can contact MRC du Golfe du Saint Laurent.

Q: Where is the MRC du Golfe-du-Saint-Laurent — Rural Development Fund (FDR) available?

The MRC du Golfe-du-Saint-Laurent — Rural Development Fund (FDR) program is available the province of QC.

Q: Are Indigenous Peoples eligible for the MRC du Golfe-du-Saint-Laurent — Rural Development Fund (FDR) program?

Yes, Indigenous Peoples are eligible to apply for the MRC du Golfe-du-Saint-Laurent — Rural Development Fund (FDR) program.

Last Update: July 22, 2025

QC, Canada

Supports sustainable rural community development in Quebec

At a glance

Eligible Funding

Max. $25,000

Timeline

Unspecified

Financing Type

Grant and Funding

Eligible Industries

Educational services
Health care and social assistance
Arts, entertainment and recreation
Other services (except public administration)
Public administration

Funds Providers

Unspecified

Program status

Open

Overview

The MRC Le Golfe-du-Saint-Laurent Rural Development Fund aims to enhance community well-being by promoting population integration, job creation, and access to technology, with a maximum grant of $25,000 per project. Eligible activities include improving community services and equipment, supporting local programs, and fostering cultural and environmental development.

Financing terms and conditions

Financial assistance is provided in the form of a grant, with a maximum of $25,000 per project.

Activities funded

Community initiatives that promote population growth and integration.
Projects that support the development and enhancement of local resources—human, cultural, or physical.
Efforts aimed at sustaining rural communities and ensuring their long-term viability.
Activities that help improve quality of life, recreation, and community well-being.
Initiatives focused on job creation, knowledge transfer, and access to new technologies within the community.

Examples of admissible projects:

$ 30,000

Digital platform to enhance rural artisan sales

$ 50,000

Sustainable fashion line using recycled materials

$ 60,000

Clean energy solution integration for local businesses

$ 35,000

Developing a mobile app for mental health support

$ 30,000

Art therapy program for trauma survivors

$ 20,000

Launch of a community rooftop garden initiative

Eligibility

The applicant must be a municipality, municipal organization, MRC, or the council of a designated Indigenous community.
Non-profit organizations are eligible.
Solidarity and consumer cooperatives can apply.
Organizations operating in the education, health, culture, environment, heritage, or social services sectors covering all or part of the territory are eligible.
The project must support rural development objectives such as community survival, job creation, improved local services, or community well-being.

Who is eligible?

Municipalities and municipal organizations
MRC (Regional County Municipality)
Band councils of designated Indigenous communities
Non-profit organizations
Solidarity and consumer cooperatives
Organizations in education, health, culture, environment, heritage, or social services sectors operating in whole or in part within the territory

Who is not eligible

Private for-profit businesses are not eligible.
Fire and municipal security service providers cannot receive funding for related activities.

Eligible expenses

Working capital for the first year of operation.

Eligible geographic areas

Organizations located within the territory of the MRC du Golfe-du-Saint-Laurent.

How to apply

Step 1: Review Program Objectives and Eligible Expenses
- Ensure your project aligns with the objectives of the Rural Development Fund (FDR).
- Verify that your anticipated expenses are eligible for funding and that they do not include ineligible costs (e.g., salaries, municipal fire and security services).
Step 2: Prepare Project Proposal
- Develop a comprehensive project plan describing objectives, anticipated outcomes, and impact on the local community.
- Include a detailed budget outlining expenses for the first year of operation and supporting documents relevant to the project's aims.
Step 3: Complete the Application Form
- Fill out the official application form provided by the MRC du Golfe-du-Saint-Laurent or on its website, if available.
- Attach all required supporting documents, such as the project plan and budget.
Step 4: Submit Your Application
- Send the completed application form and accompanying documents to the fund provider. Submission methods may include mail, email, or electronic portal, depending on instructions from the MRC du Golfe-du-Saint-Laurent.
Step 5: Await Review and Decision
- Wait for confirmation of receipt and review of your application from the fund administrator.
- If additional information is required, respond promptly to any requests from the funding body.

Additional information

The fund supports projects that promote knowledge transfer and access to new technologies.
Focus areas include enhancing local services in social, community, transport, and environmental sectors.
Financial support is capped at $25,000 per project.

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Frequently Asked Questions about the MRC du Golfe-du-Saint-Laurent — Rural Development Fund (FDR) Program

Here are answers to the most common questions about the MRC du Golfe-du-Saint-Laurent — Rural Development Fund (FDR). 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 du Golfe-du-Saint-Laurent — Rural Development Fund (FDR)?

How much funding can be received?

What expenses are eligible under MRC du Golfe-du-Saint-Laurent — Rural Development Fund (FDR)?

Community initiatives that promote population growth and integration. Projects that support the development and enhancement of local resources—human, cultural, or physical. Efforts aimed at sustaining rural communities and ensuring their long-term viability. Activities that help improve quality of life, recreation, and community well-being. Initiatives focused on job creation, knowledge transfer, and access to new technologies within the community.