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MRC Lac-Saint-Jean-Est — Rural Region Fund - Signature Innovation
Support for innovative territorial projects
Last Update: April 9, 2026
Funding available
$ 60,000
Timeline
- Open continuously
Location
Saguenay–Lac-Saint-Jean, Quebec, Canada
Overview
The program provides non-repayable support of up to the municipality’s available allocation for structuring local projects. It supports innovative initiatives that improve living environments and resilience, including social, cultural, environmental, and technological actions.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Increase social or community impact
- Implement environmental initiatives
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 60,000 $
- Up to 80% of project cost
Timeline
- Open continuously
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Location
- Lac-Saint-Jean-Est
- Saguenay–Lac-Saint-Jean
- Quebec
Legal structures
- Non-profit
- Public or Parapublic institution
- Social economy enterprise
- Non-financial cooperative
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Indigenous Peoples
- Rural or Northern Residents
- Youth (<40)
- Startups
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Environment
- Economic, Social and Community Development
Target groups
- General public
- Children & youth
- Young adults
- Seniors
- Indigenous peoples
- New immigrants & refugees
- Rural / Remote communities
- Business owners / entrepreneurs
- Artists / creatives
- Nonprofits / charities
- Community leaders
- Low-income individuals / families
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- Municipal
- Regional
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Structuring projects that improve living environments
- Innovative initiatives in social, cultural, tourism, environmental, or technological fields
- Projects that support climate adaptation and community resilience
Documents Needed
- Project presentation form
- Required documents for project analysis
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Municipal bodies
- Indigenous band councils
- Non-profit organizations
- Cooperatives, excluding financial cooperatives
- Social economy enterprises
Who is not eligible
- Private for-profit businesses
- Financial-sector cooperatives
Eligible expenses
- Salaries and wages, including employer contributions
- Professional fees
- Volunteer work, up to 10% of the project
- Capital expenditures for land, buildings, equipment, and vehicles
- Technology, software, patents, working capital, and other project-related costs
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Management fees
- Municipal infrastructure, services, works, and routine operations normally funded by municipal or government budgets
- Expenses incurred before the agreement is signed
- Debt service, future loan repayments, and already completed projects
Eligible geographic areas
- MRC of Lac-Saint-Jean-Est
Processing and Agreement
- Projects are analyzed by the structuring projects committee
- The committee recommends eligible initiatives to the MRC
- The MRC signs an agreement with the responsible organization
- Funding is paid after the agreement and report verification
Additional information
- The program is managed by the MRC of Lac-Saint-Jean-Est.
- A funding agreement must be signed with the responsible organization.
- The policy is in force until March 31, 2025.
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Frequently Asked Questions about the MRC Lac-Saint-Jean-Est — Rural Region Fund - Signature Innovation Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the MRC Lac-Saint-Jean-Est — Rural Region Fund - Signature Innovation. This section explains what the program is, how much funding is available, eligibility requirements, application deadlines, and other important details to help you determine if this grant is right for your business.
What is the MRC Lac-Saint-Jean-Est — Rural Region Fund - Signature Innovation?
The program provides non-repayable support of up to the municipality’s available allocation for structuring local projects. It supports innovative initiatives that improve living environments and resilience, including social, cultural, environmental, and technological actions.
How much funding can be received?
MRC Lac-Saint-Jean-Est — Rural Region Fund - Signature Innovation Funds up to 80% of admissible expenses, capped at $60,000 per project.
Who is eligible for the MRC Lac-Saint-Jean-Est — Rural Region Fund - Signature Innovation program?
To be eligible for the MRC Lac-Saint-Jean-Est — Rural Region Fund - Signature Innovation program, you must:
Project aligned with local priorities
Structuring impact on the community
Local or regional partnership
What expenses are eligible under MRC Lac-Saint-Jean-Est — Rural Region Fund - Signature Innovation?
Structuring projects that improve living environments
Innovative initiatives in social, cultural, tourism, environmental, or technological fields
Projects that support climate adaptation and community resilience
Who can I contact for more information about the MRC Lac-Saint-Jean-Est — Rural Region Fund - Signature Innovation?
You can contact MRC Lac-Saint-Jean-Est by email at none or by phone at none.
Where is the MRC Lac-Saint-Jean-Est — Rural Region Fund - Signature Innovation available?
The MRC Lac-Saint-Jean-Est — Rural Region Fund - Signature Innovation program is available Saguenay–Lac-Saint-Jean, Quebec.
Is the MRC Lac-Saint-Jean-Est — Rural Region Fund - Signature Innovation a grant, loan, or tax credit?
MRC Lac-Saint-Jean-Est — Rural Region Fund - Signature Innovation is a Grant and Funding