MRC L'Islet — Support fund for creative caravans
Saint-Jean-Port-Joli, QC, Canada
Mobile cultural initiatives funding in MRC de L'Islet
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- grant_single|closingDateMarch 01, 2024
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Grant and Funding
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- Arts, entertainment and recreation
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- MRC de L'Islet
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The "Fonds de soutien aux caravanes créatives" provides a maximum funding amount of $100,000 to support the development of cultural mediation activities through mobile units across the MRC de L’Islet. Eligible activities involve the acquisition or modification of mobile units such as trailers, RVs, or other vehicles for cultural animation purposes, aiming to reach isolated or remote audiences.
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The grant is aimed at enhancing cultural engagement through mobile units, allowing for direct outreach to isolated communities. Eligible activities involve the acquisition or adaptation of mobile units for cultural purposes across various artistic disciplines.
- Purchasing mobile units such as trailers, caravans, or recreational vehicles for cultural animation.
- Modifying existing mobile units to better serve cultural mediation activities.
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The following are the eligibility criteria for companies applying for this grant:
- The applicant must be a legally constituted non-profit organization or a non-financial cooperative.
- Municipalities and municipal organizations under their jurisdiction are eligible.
- Incorporated professional artists can apply.
- Private enterprises located within the territory of the MRC de L'Islet are eligible.
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Non-profit organizations legally constituted and non-financial cooperatives; Municipalities and municipal organizations under their authority; Professional artists who are incorporated; Private enterprises located within the MRC de L'Islet territory.
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The grant covers expenses specifically related to the acquisition, construction, or modification of mobile units and associated equipment for cultural animation.
- Professional fees for project execution (excluding remuneration for routine operations or operational funding).
- Costs associated with the purchase of mobile unit(s), materials, or equipment exclusively contributing to project functionality.
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This grant is specifically targeted at companies located within a designated geographical area. It focuses on projects that benefit the MRC de L'Islet region.
- Businesses must be located on the territory of the MRC de L'Islet.
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The evaluation and selection of projects for this grant are based on specific criteria to ensure alignment with the grant’s objectives.
- Understanding of the objectives of Signature Innovation – artistic creation component, particularly those of the creative caravans project.
- Complementarity of the project with existing offerings.
- Qualification of the promoter and their ability to manage the project.
- Planning the deployment of activities and strategies to reach isolated or remote target audiences in the MRC de L’Islet territory.
- Impact of the activities on participants and their community.
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Here are the steps to submit an application for this grant:
- Step 1: Obtain Necessary Documents
- Download and review the "Policy of Investment," "Application Form," and "Project Guide – Creative Caravans."
- Ensure you understand the criteria and requirements as outlined in these documents.
- Step 2: Complete Application Form
- Fill out the original application form completely and ensure it is signed.
- Step 3: Gather Supporting Documents
- Prepare the promoter’s resolution (or the sponsoring promoter's resolution).
- Collect letters from partners providing financial, material, or human support to the project.
- Step 4: Ensure Project Compliance
- Verify that the project will primarily take place within the territory of the MRC de L'Islet.
- Step 5: Submit Application
- Submit the completed application form and supporting documents by postal mail to:
- SI – volet création artistique – MRC de L’Islet,
- 34, rue Fortin, Saint-Jean-Port-Joli (Québec) G0R 3G0
- Or submit via email to: administration@mrclislet.com
- Step 6: Meet Deadline
- Ensure all documents are submitted by the deadline of March 1, 2024.
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Here are additional relevant details for this grant:
- Funding is provided through an agreement between the Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing and the MRC de L'Islet.
- The fund is part of the Signature Innovation initiative to support the artistic environment and promote cultural dissemination across the region.
- The grant is a non-repayable contribution.
- The financial support covers up to 75% of eligible expenses for non-private applicants and up to 50% for private companies.
- The recipient will receive 80% of the grant upon signing the agreement and 20% after submitting a final report with supporting documentation.
- The promoter and/or project partners must contribute at least 25% of the total project budget.
- The MRC reserves the right to modify the standards, selection criteria, and management framework at any time.
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administration@mrclislet.com
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Apply to this program
Support for Creative Cultural Outreach
The "Fonds de soutien aux caravanes créatives" offers significant financial assistance to cultural stakeholders aiming to develop mobile units for cultural mediation activities across the MRC de L’Islet. This initiative is part of the Signature Innovation effort to enhance cultural reach and engagement in remote areas.
Exploring the Creative Caravan Support Fund
The "Fonds de soutien aux caravanes créatives" is a vital financial initiative by the MRC de L’Islet, dedicated to fostering cultural outreach through mobile units. With a budget of $100,000, the fund is set up to enable cultural actors, such as nonprofit organizations, municipalities, incorporated artists, and local private companies, to acquire or modify mobile units. These units, ranging from trailers to recreational vehicles, aim to bring cultural activities directly to communities, focusing particularly on isolated or remote populations within the MRC de L’Islet.
This fund is part of the larger Signature Innovation framework, which seeks to stimulate the cultural scene across the region by encouraging the deployment of innovative and engaging cultural experiences. The funding is not just for the physical procurement or transformation of mobile units but extends to supporting the strategic planning and execution of these cultural initiatives. Projects that apply for this fund are evaluated based on how well they understand the initiative's objectives, their innovative complementarity to existing offerings, and their capacity to manage and deliver impactful projects.
Successful applicants will receive a non-repayable contribution up to a maximum of $100,000, distributed in two installments—80% upon signing the contract and the remainder upon the submission of a final expenses report. Importantly, the fund covers up to 75% of eligible expenses for most applicants, while private enterprises can obtain up to 50%. This ensures that while the grant provides significant backing, there is also a requisite involvement and investment from the promoters and partners who must contribute at least 25% of the total project budget.
The fund is meticulous in its evaluation criteria, emphasizing the effective planning of activity deployment and strategies designed to reach the target audience in isolated areas. This targeted approach ensures that the fund not only aids in the physical mobility of cultural offerings but also enhances the qualitative impact of these cultural interactions.
To apply, interested parties should submit their proposals before the deadline on March 1, 2024, ensuring all requirements such as completed forms, supporting resolutions, and partner letters are thoroughly prepared and included. Moreover, the geographical requirement is pivotal, with the projects needing to primarily take place within the MRC de L’Islet.
The "Fonds de soutien aux caravanes créatives" thus represents a compelling opportunity for cultural promoters to innovate and expand their reach. By enhancing access to diverse cultural activities, this fund seeks not only to reduce the cultural gap in remote areas but also to enrich the cultural landscape across the MRC de L’Islet, driving engagement and participation in these communities.