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MRC Haut-Richelieu — FRR – Stream 3 - QC - Canada

MRC Haut-Richelieu — FRR – Stream 3

Last Update: July 22, 2025
QC, Canada
Innovative projects support in public safety and advanced logistics

At a glance

Eligible Funding
  • Max. $2,139,780
  • Up to 80% of project cost
Timeline
  • Unspecified
Financing Type
Grant and Funding
Eligible Industries
  • Public administration
Funds Providers
Unspecified
Program status
Open

Overview

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.

Financing terms and conditions

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.

Activities funded

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.

Eligibility

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.

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

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.

Eligible expenses

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.

Eligible geographic areas

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

Selection criteria

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.

How to apply

1

Preparation of the documentation

  • Draft a project proposal in line with the objectives of the "Innovation Signature" component.
  • Include an implementation plan outlining the project steps, resources, and targets.
  • Establish a financial arrangement in compliance with the expected management framework.
  • Prepare supporting documents such as letters of support, a detailed budget, and cost estimates.
2

Partner Consultation

  • Engage a consultation with the potentially involved partners in the project.
  • Review the project proposal to ensure it reflects their contributions and expectations.
3

Verification of expenditure criteria

  • Ensure that all planned expenses are eligible according to the management framework.
  • Identify and exclude any ineligible expenses.
4

Filling out the required forms

  • Complete the application form required by the MRC of Haut-Richelieu.
  • Include all relevant details of the project, its timeline, and its budget.
5

Submission of the request

  • Send all prepared documents to the responsible entity within the MRC of Haut-Richelieu.
  • Ensure that the submission is made before the prescribed deadline.
6

Tracking of the request

  • Receive a confirmation of receipt of your request from the MRC.
  • Be prepared to provide any additional information requested during the evaluation.

Additional information

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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