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MRC du Golfe-du-Saint-Laurent — Rural Development Fund (FDR)
Financial support for rural and business development
Last Update: April 9, 2026
Funding available
$ 25,000
Timeline
- Open continuously
Location
Côte-Nord, Quebec, Canada
Overview
This program provides financial assistance for rural development and business projects in the MRC du Golfe-du-Saint-Laurent. It supports eligible activities such as community development, business start-up or expansion, online presence, and sector-specific projects.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase performance through digital transformation
- Develop a new program or service
- Increase social or community impact
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 25,000 $
- Up to 90% of project cost
Timeline
- Open continuously
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Educational services
- Health care and social assistance
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Other services (except public administration)
- Public administration
Location
- Golfe-du-Saint-Laurent
- Côte-Nord
- Quebec
Legal structures
- Non-profit
- Public or Parapublic institution
- Non-financial cooperative
- Social economy enterprise
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Startups
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Culture and Arts
- Sports
- Other Recreation and Social Clubs
- Primary and Secondary Education
- Other Education
- Social Services
- Environment
- Economic, Social and Community Development
- Employment and Training
- Business Associations
- Children and Youth Organizations
Target groups
- General public
- Children & youth
- Young adults
- Seniors
- Indigenous peoples
- Rural / Remote communities
- Business owners / entrepreneurs
- Nonprofits / charities
Revenue structures
- 100% donations / grants
- Mixed revenue (<50% earned)
- Mixed revenue (50%+ earned)
- Fee-for-service model
Scope
- Local
- Municipal
- Regional
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Rural development projects in the MRC territory
- Business start-up, acquisition, expansion, or diversification
- Online presence creation or improvement
- Community, social, and local service projects
- Fishing-sector projects and safer, more efficient fishing activities
Documents Needed
- Completed and signed application form
- Required supporting documents listed in the application form
- Proof that financial partners are confirmed in writing
- Support letters, including municipal commitment letters if applicable
- Proof of required permits for fishers without NEQ, if applicable
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Municipal organizations and MRCs
- Non-profit organizations
- Cooperatives, except financial cooperatives
- Private and social economy businesses, except financial businesses
- People starting a business
Who is not eligible
- Businesses in the financial sector
- Sexual, religious, or political organizations
- Organizations listed in the RENA registry
- Projects involving housing only
- Organizations under the jurisdiction of the Government of Quebec
Eligible expenses
- Capital expenses such as land, buildings, equipment, machinery, and transportation
- Technology, software, and patents
- Project development and implementation costs
- Working capital for the first year of operation, where allowed
- Salaries and wages only for specific funds or components
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Completed projects
- Expenses incurred before the financial aid agreement is signed
- Debt repayment, loan financing, and loan guarantees
- Equity investments
- Residential or rental real estate used only to generate income
Eligible geographic areas
- MRC du Golfe-du-Saint-Laurent
- Côte-Nord-du-Golfe-du-Saint-Laurent
- Gros-Mécatina
- Saint-Augustin
- Bonne-Espérance
- Blanc Sablon
- Unamen Shipu
- Pakua Shipi
Processing and Agreement
- Application is checked for completeness and required documents.
- The file is assigned to an agent for analysis and follow-up.
- The project is reviewed and recommended to the MRC council.
- The council makes the funding decision and the promoter is notified.
- If approved, a financial aid agreement must be signed before funding is disbursed.
Additional information
- Projects can be submitted at any time.
- Supporting documents may be requested during the review process.
- The organization must acknowledge the MRC’s financial contribution in its communications.
- Local purchasing is expected first, then Quebec suppliers if needed.
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Frequently Asked Questions about the MRC du Golfe-du-Saint-Laurent — Rural Development Fund (FDR) Program
What is the MRC du Golfe-du-Saint-Laurent — Rural Development Fund (FDR)?
This program provides financial assistance for rural development and business projects in the MRC du Golfe-du-Saint-Laurent. It supports eligible activities such as community development, business start-up or expansion, online presence, and sector-specific projects.
How much funding can be received?
MRC du Golfe-du-Saint-Laurent — Rural Development Fund (FDR) Funds up to 90% of admissible expenses, capped at $25,000 per project.
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:
Registered and up to date
Project in MRC territory
Aligned with fund priorities
What expenses are eligible under MRC du Golfe-du-Saint-Laurent — Rural Development Fund (FDR)?
Rural development projects in the MRC territory
Business start-up, acquisition, expansion, or diversification
Online presence creation or improvement
Community, social, and local service projects
Fishing-sector projects and safer, more efficient fishing activities
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 (MRC) by email at info@mrcgsl.ca.
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 Côte-Nord, Quebec.
Is the MRC du Golfe-du-Saint-Laurent — Rural Development Fund (FDR) a grant, loan, or tax credit?
MRC du Golfe-du-Saint-Laurent — Rural Development Fund (FDR) is a Grant and Funding