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MRC Haut-Richelieu — FRR – Stream 3

Supports innovation in civil security and advanced logistics

MRC du Haut-Richelieu

Last Update: March 4, 2026

Funding available

$ 2,139,780

Timeline

Open continuously

Location

Montérégie, Quebec, Canada

Overview

The MRC Haut-Richelieu — FRR – Stream 3 grant provides up to $2,567,736 in financial support for projects that foster innovation in civil and public security as well as advanced logistics in the region. Eligible activities include strategic studies, partnership development, regulatory harmonization, and the creation of tools and business ecosystems to attract innovative enterprises.

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Opportunity Score

Moderate potential, but conditions must align.

At a glance

Funding available

Financing goals

Increase performance through digital transformation
Improve governance or administrative structure
Develop strategic partnerships

Eligible Funding

Maximum amount : 2,139,780 $
Up to 80% of project cost

Timeline

Open continuously

Eligible candidates

Eligible Industries

Public administration

Location

Le Haut-Richelieu
Montérégie
Quebec

Legal structures

Non-profit
Public or Parapublic institution
For-profit business
Social economy enterprise
Non-financial cooperative

Annual revenue

All revenue ranges

Organisation size

All organization sizes

Audience

Rural or Northern Residents
Startups

Non-profit candidates

Sector of operation

Research
Emergency and Relief
Economic, Social and Community Development
Business Associations

Target groups

Rural / Remote communities
Business owners / entrepreneurs
Nonprofits / charities
Academia / students

Revenue structures

All structures

Scope

Municipal
Regional

Next steps

Determine your project

Validate your eligibility

Activities funded

Initiatives integrating civil and public safety with advanced logistics.
Collaborative projects connecting security (defense) companies with logistics sector stakeholders.
Activities developing or strengthening the regional ecosystem in security and advanced logistics.
Projects creating innovative regulatory or economic tools to attract targeted companies in these sectors.
Promotion and mobilization strategies for key industry and municipal stakeholders.

Eligibility

Who is eligible?

The MRC Haut-Richelieu — FRR – Stream 3 grant aims to support projects related to civil and public security and advanced logistics. Eligible applicants for funding under this program include a variety of organizations capable of initiating non-recurrent projects. The specified eligible entities are:

Municipal organizations and Indigenous communities.
Private enterprises and social economy enterprises, excluding those in the financial sector.
Cooperatives, except those in the financial sector.
Non-profit organizations.
Educational institutions.
Legal entities intending to start a business.

These organizations must be aligned with the objectives of enhancing defense and public safety, as well as pioneering logistics developments within the community.

Who is not eligible

Private companies in the financial sector.
Cooperatives in the financial sector.
Organizations listed in the Register of enterprises ineligible for public contracts.
Projects associated with the establishment or expansion of health services (e.g., health cooperatives).
Organizations involved in litigation with the Government of Quebec or in default of obligations administered by the Minister.

Eligible expenses

Salaries and service contracts directly related to concertation, planning, and implementation activities specific to the agreement (excluding regular operational activities).
Funding for projects carried out by eligible organizations, in accordance with the management framework.
Administrative expenses, up to a maximum of 10% of the total budget.

Eligible geographic areas

Municipalité régionale de comté du Haut-Richelieu (Haut-Richelieu Regional County Municipality), Quebec

Additional information

Any unused funds must be returned to the Ministère des Affaires municipales et de l’Habitation after the conclusion of the agreement.
The Organisme must keep original supporting documents related to the financial contributions for at least three years after the end of the agreement.
Modifications to the agreement require a written, signed amendment by all parties.
Recipients must acknowledge the financial contribution of the Quebec government in all public communications and promotional materials related to the project.

Frequently Asked Questions about the MRC Haut-Richelieu — FRR – Stream 3 Program

Here are answers to the most common questions about the MRC Haut-Richelieu — FRR – Stream 3. 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 Haut-Richelieu — FRR – Stream 3?

How much funding can be received?

MRC Haut-Richelieu — FRR – Stream 3 Funds up to 80% of admissible expenses, capped at $2,139,780 per project.

Who is eligible for the MRC Haut-Richelieu — FRR – Stream 3 program?

To be eligible for the MRC Haut-Richelieu — FRR – Stream 3 program, you must: Municipal organizations and Indigenous communities Private enterprises (excluding financial sector) Non-profit organizations and cooperatives (excluding financial sector)

What expenses are eligible under MRC Haut-Richelieu — FRR – Stream 3?

Initiatives integrating civil and public safety with advanced logistics. Collaborative projects connecting security (defense) companies with logistics sector stakeholders. Activities developing or strengthening the regional ecosystem in security and advanced logistics. Projects creating innovative regulatory or economic tools to attract targeted companies in these sectors. Promotion and mobilization strategies for key industry and municipal stakeholders.