MRC La Haute-Côte-Nord — Support for structuring projects (PSPS)
QC, Canada
Supports community and economic development initiatives in La Haute-Côte-Nord
grant_single|update February 17, 2025
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- grant_single|openingDateSeptember 19, 2023
- grant_single|closingDateJanuary 31, 2025
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Grant and Funding
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- 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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- Step 1: Document Preparation
- Gather all required documents, including a resolution designating a contact person, letters of support, a copy of the organization's charter, the latest financial statements, cost estimates, and any other pertinent documents.
- Ensure conformity with municipal, provincial, and federal regulations and provide a maintenance plan for structures or equipment.
- Step 2: Submit Application
- Fill out the financial assistance application form.
- Email the completed application and all required documents to conseillercs@mrchcn.qc.ca.
- Step 3: Confirmation and Follow-Up
- Await communication from the Service de développement économique for project decision updates.
- Upon approval, finalize a financial aid agreement with the MRC, outlining conditions and obligations.
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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
