How much funding can be received?

Funds up to 80% of admissible expenses, capped at $100000 per project.

What is the deadline to apply?

The program is accepting continuous intake

Who are the financial supporters of the MRC La Haute-Côte-Nord — Support for structuring projects (PSPS)?

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

What are MRC La Haute-Côte-Nord — Support for structuring projects (PSPS)'s eligibility criterias?

Eligible organizations include municipal entities, the Innus Essipit First Nation Council, non-profit organizations, education sector parapublic organizations, and private or social economy enterprises. The applicant must have a mission to serve one or more municipalities in the MRC La Haute-Côte-Nord territory. The organization must not be in default of any contractual obligation or payment with the MRC.

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

Last Update: February 17, 2025

QC, Canada

Supports community and economic development initiatives in La Haute-Côte-Nord

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

Eligible Funding

Max. $100,000
Up to 80% of project cost

Timeline

Open Date : September 19, 2023
Closing date : January 31, 2025

Financing Type

Grant and Funding

Eligible Industries

Educational services
Arts, entertainment and recreation
Accommodation and food services
Other services (except public administration)
Public administration

Grant Providers

MRC La Haute-Côte-Nord

Status

Closed

Overview of the MRC La Haute-Côte-Nord — Support for structuring projects (PSPS) program

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.

Financing 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.

Eligible projects & activities

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.

Eligibility criteria of the MRC La Haute-Côte-Nord — Support for structuring projects (PSPS) program

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.

Who is eligible?

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.

Who is not eligible

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

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.

Eligible geographic areas

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

Eligibility criteria of the MRC La Haute-Côte-Nord — Support for structuring projects (PSPS) program

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.

How to apply to the MRC La Haute-Côte-Nord — Support for structuring projects (PSPS) program

Preparation of the request

Gather all required documents according to the provisions of the supporting policy for structuring projects (PSPS).
Write a project proposal in compliance with the eligibility criteria and analysis defined by the MRC.

Compilation of supporting documents

Add a resolution from the sponsoring organization authorizing a person to act as the primary contact.
Include a letter of support from each participating organization.
Provide a copy of the sponsoring organization's charter.
Prepare annual financial statements for non-profit organizations.
Obtain a quote or, for a municipality, a cost assessment.
Include all relevant supporting documents demonstrating regulatory compliance.
If it pertains to a municipality, include a maintenance plan for structures or equipment.

Transfer of the request

Fill out the financial assistance request form available from the Economic Development Service.
Send all required documents by email to conseillercs@mrchcn.qc.ca.

Follow-up of the request

Wait for a communication from the Economic Development Service regarding the decision on your application.
Prepare a financial assistance agreement with the MRC if the application is accepted.

Additional information

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.