MRC Haut-Richelieu — FRR – Stream 3
QC, Canada
Innovative projects support in public safety and advanced logistics
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Grant and Funding
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- Public administration
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- MRC de La Haute-Yamaska
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The MRC Haut-Richelieu — FRR Stream 3 initiative provides a maximum funding of $2,139,780 to support innovative projects in civil and public safety, as well as advanced logistics. Eligible activities include projects that enhance regional identity and promote economic growth in these domains.
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This grant program ensures comprehensive financial support through clearly defined modalities, enhancing the ability of MRC du Haut-Richelieu to implement strategic projects in public safety and logistics.
- The contribution from the Fonds régions et ruralité (FRR) can cover up to 100% of the project's eligible costs, subject to involvement from other partners if applicable.
- The MAMH provides a financial contribution capped at $2,139,780, distributed over multiple financial years with specific provisions for annual payments.
- An annual distribution is made in two parts, with an initial 80% disbursed following the signature of the agreement and the remainder conditional upon demonstrated compliance with the project obligations.
- Unused funds at the end of a fiscal year can be rolled over to the next year, but must ultimately be committed by December 31, 2024, and fully expended by December 31, 2025.
- Modifications to the financing structure or other substantive changes require written notice from the ORGANISME and subsequent agreement with the MINISTRE.
- All transactions under this grant are subject to verification by authorized financial controllers.
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The MRC Haut-Richelieu — FRR – Stream 3 grant program supports innovative initiatives focusing on civil and public security as well as advanced logistics. This is achieved through targeted projects that seek to enhance safety measures and improve logistical operations.
- Projects that incorporate advanced technology in civil and public security.
- Initiatives aiming to improve existing logistic strategies to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.
- Efforts that bridge the gap between civil security needs and logistical capabilities.
- Collaborative ventures between research institutions and security experts to devise new solutions.
- Development of new tools and resources that aid in achieving set security and logistics objectives.
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Eligibility for the MRC Haut-Richelieu — FRR – Stream 3 grant requires that projects meet specific criteria aligning with its objectives and financial regulations.
- The project must be related to civil and public security or advanced logistics.
- The project should result from consultation with relevant partners and working committees or other bodies.
- Proposed costs must be realistic and justified, adhering to good management principles and municipal contractual management guidelines.
- Projects must have a clear financial plan that complies with the management framework.
- The project realization plan, showing credible links between stages, activities, resources, and targets, must be presented.
- A clear governance structure is required.
- Only direct expenses of the MRC unrelated to its regular activities are eligible, such as salaries and service contracts necessary for the implementation of the agreement.
- Funding for projects must be realized by eligible organizations in accordance with the management framework.
- The administrative fees cannot exceed 10% of the total funding envelope.
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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.
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This grant does not specify any companies or industries that are explicitly excluded from applying. Therefore, no distinct restrictions related to the status or main activity of a company are detailed in the provided context.
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The eligible expenses for the grant are those directly involved in the planning and implementation of the "Signature Innovation" project.
- Direct expenses by the MRC that are not part of its regular operations, such as salaries and service contracts necessary for coordination, planning, and implementation activities related to the agreement.
- Funding for projects conducted by eligible organizations, in line with the management framework, except for non-eligible expenses.
- Administrative costs, which must not exceed 10% of the total budget.
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This grant primarily targets regions within the scope of the MRC du Haut-Richelieu, supporting projects in civil and public security innovation as well as advanced logistics. Organizations in these areas are encouraged to pursue initiatives in line with the program's objectives.
- MRC du Haut-Richelieu
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The evaluation and selection of projects for this grant are based on specific criteria designed to ensure they align with the strategic goals of enhancing civil safety and advanced logistics.
- Alignment with civil and public safety and advanced logistics sectors.
- Advancement of the project aligns with the strategic action plan.
- Consultation with relevant partners and working committees.
- Realistic and justified projected costs.
- Adherence to principles of good municipal management and contractual management, including obtaining public authorizations, commitment to provide supporting documents and proof of payment, and submission of works, studies, etc., to the MRC and NexDev.
- Financial arrangement compliance with the management framework.
- A clear project implementation plan detailing the linkage between phases, activities, resources, and targets.
- Clear governance structure.
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Here are the steps to apply for the MRC Haut-Richelieu - FRR Stream 3 grant:
- Step 1: Determine Eligibility
- Review the criteria for funding and ensure your project aligns with the objectives set in the grant details.
- Confirm that your project is within the domains of security civil and public safety or advanced logistics as per the priority project types.
- Step 2: Prepare Documentation
- Draft a comprehensive project proposal highlighting objectives, expected outcomes, and budget requirements.
- Include a detailed plan of action and any necessary supporting documents such as financial statements or partner agreements.
- Step 3: Complete Application
- Fill out the official application form provided by the MRC Haut-Richelieu or through their official portal.
- Ensure all sections are thoroughly completed and accurate, keeping within any specified character limits or format requirements.
- Step 4: Submission
- Submit the completed application form along with all necessary documentation before the submission deadline.
- Confirm receipt of submission through official channels if available.
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Here are additional relevant details for this grant:
- The contribution from the Fonds régions et ruralité (FRR) can cover up to 100% of the project costs, although it may be lower if other partners are involved.
- If additional objectives not foreseen in the agreement are added, other sources of funding will need to be identified.
- All unused funds by December 31, 2025, must be returned to the Ministère des Affaires municipales et de l'Habitation (MAMH).
- The grant cycle renewals depend on fulfilling the obligations associated with the previous year's financial assistance.
- The governance structure includes a management committee that must include representatives from all parties involved.
- Financial transactions related to this agreement are subject to verification by the Quebec Auditor General.
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