MRC La Haute-Côte-Nord — Support for structuring projects (PSPS) - QC - Canada

MRC La Haute-Côte-Nord — Support for structuring projects (PSPS)

grant_single|update February 17, 2025
QC, Canada
Supports community and economic development initiatives in La Haute-Côte-Nord

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  • grant_single|maxCount
  • grant_single|projectCostPercent
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  • grant_single|openingDate September 19, 2023
  • grant_single|closingDate January 31, 2025
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Grant and Funding
grant_single|eligibleIndustries
  • Educational services
  • Arts, entertainment and recreation
  • Accommodation and food services
  • Other services (except public administration)
  • Public administration
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  • MRC La Haute-Côte-Nord
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The MRC La Haute-Côte-Nord's Support for Structuring Projects (PSPS) provides financial assistance up to $100,000 to enhance living environments through social, cultural, economic, and environmental projects. Eligible activities must demonstrate sustainability, community impact, and align with regional development priorities.

grant_single_labels|terms_and_conditions

  • The maximum financial assistance per project is $100,000. Exceptions for projects with exceptional structuring impacts may be considered.
  • The total funding from federal, provincial, and PSPS sources cannot exceed 80% of the total project cost, with the promoter required to contribute 20%, of which half can be in services.
  • A mandatory monetary contribution of at least 10% of the total project cost is required from the promoter.
  • For municipal-initiated projects, required contributions are based on the vitality index published by the MAMH, where 20%, 15%, or 10% contributions are needed depending on the index level.
  • Private enterprise projects have a funding cap at 50% of the eligible costs, following the guidelines of the Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing's "Fonds régions et ruralité - volet 2".
  • Financial aid includes non-repayable financial assistance, agreed upon through a convention detailing payment conditions and obligations.
  • The payment will be staggered based on agreed project milestones, accompanied by a performance report.

grant_single_labels|projects

  • Projects improving the quality of life and development of La Haute-Côte-Nord's territory.
  • Projects contributing to the social and cultural development of the community.
  • Initiatives focusing on sustainable development, particularly environmental aspects.
  • Efforts aimed at economic diversification and promoting tourism.
  • Projects that enhance the utilization or recovery of energy resources.
  • Activities that create jobs or consolidate existing employment opportunities.
  • Initiatives promoting the attractiveness of the region and augmenting its reach beyond local boundaries.
  • Developments that encourage collaboration, partnerships, and commitment from involved stakeholders.
  • Projects facilitating the growth of new initiatives and fostering an entrepreneurial spirit.

grant_single_labels|admissibility

  • The applicant can be a municipal organization, the Council of the First Nation of Essipit, non-profit organization, parapublic organization in the education sector, private enterprise, social economy enterprise, or a cooperative.
  • The applicant must serve the municipalities of the MRC de La Haute-Côte-Nord (Sacré-Cœur, Tadoussac, Les Bergeronnes, Les Escoumins, Longue-Rive, Portneuf-sur-Mer, Forestville, and Colombier), the TNO Lac-au-Brochet, and the Innu community of Essipit.
  • Projects must be implemented on the territory of La Haute-Côte-Nord.
  • The project must align with the structuring criteria outlined in the policy, including sustainability, improvement of quality of life, and development potential.
  • The project should be completed by the end of the program, due by January 31, 2025.
  • Projects need to fit into the MRC's established priorities for intervention.
  • If the project involves real estate, it must not be sold or relocated within five years after its initiation.
  • A confirmed financial structure must support the project.
  • Projects must conclude with a final report submitted within three months of the project's completion date.
  • The project must meet identified socio-economic needs, be viable, and gain community support.
  • The project must introduce new products, services, or significantly enhance existing ones.
  • The project's impact must be significant within the community.
  • The promoter must have the expertise and competence to successfully carry out the project.
  • Event-type projects are admissible if they extend beyond the regional scope, with more than 30% autonomous revenue, and primarily target external clientele.

grant_eligibility_criteria|who_can_apply

  • Municipal organizations (MRC, municipalities).
  • First Nation Council of Essipit.
  • Non-profit organizations.
  • Parapublic organizations in the education sector.
  • Individuals or businesses wishing to start an organization or initiate a structuring project.
  • Private and social economy enterprises.
  • Cooperatives.

grant_eligibility_criteria|who_cannot_apply

  • Projects solely focused on religious, political, or sexual themes.
  • Projects that can potentially incite controversy and offer minimal economic impact.

grant_eligibility_criteria|eligible_expenses

  • Salaries and benefits of human resources specifically assigned to the project, including employer social charges and social benefits, providing justification for the need of additional resources.
  • Project management fees up to a maximum of 10% of the project cost.
  • Professional fees and honorariums.
  • Capital expenses for assets such as land, buildings, equipment, machinery, rolling stock, incorporation fees, and similar expenditures.
  • Acquisition of technology, software or software packages, patents, and similar expenses.
  • Other costs inherent in the development and realization of the projects.

grant_eligibility_criteria|zone

  • Sacré-Cœur
  • Tadoussac
  • Les Bergeronnes
  • Les Escoumins
  • Longue-Rive
  • Portneuf-sur-Mer
  • Forestville
  • Colombier
  • TNO Lac-au-Brochet
  • Community of Essipit

grant_single_labels|criteria

  • Admissibility of the project and promoter based on predefined criteria.
  • Mobilization of the community and engagement of stakeholders.
  • Assessing the structuring impact, including economic, social, and environmental outcomes.
  • Project feasibility concerning timelines, costs, resources, and promoter's expertise.
  • Promotion, visibility, and outreach potential of the project.
  • Sustainability of the project and potential for future development.
  • Financial standing of the promoting organization.
  • Alignment with the territorial priorities of the MRC, such as fostering social development, collaboration, regional attractiveness, innovation, and entrepreneurship.

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  • The policy is subject to annual revisions based on the available annual amounts and intervention priorities.
  • The funding can cover a maximum of 80% of the project costs from government sources, with the remaining 20% being a contribution from the promoter, half of which can be in services.
  • Any change that shifts the project outside the specified territory within the first five years will result in the cancellation of the financial aid.
  • The subsidy is granted as non-repayable financial assistance.
  • A comprehensive final report, including financial documents and project visibility proof, is required for financial disbursements.
  • There is a strong emphasis on purchasing goods and services locally from La Haute-Côte-Nord, with exceptions requiring justification.
  • The aid per project is capped at $100,000, but exceptions can be made if a project's impact is exceptionally structural.
  • All projects must demonstrate a real need for the financial assistance requested.

grant_single_labels|contact

conseillercs@mrchcn.qc.ca
418 233-2102

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