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MRC L'Islet — Support Fund for Cultural Initiatives (FAIC)
Funding for cultural projects in MRC de L’Islet
Last Update: April 10, 2026
Funding available
$ 6,000
Timeline
- Closing date : March 1, 2027
Location
Bas-Saint-Laurent, Quebec, Canada
Overview
This fund supports cultural projects that help implement the cultural policy of MRC de L’Islet. It offers up to $6,000 per project for eligible activities such as public art, cultural events, heritage promotion, mediation, and cultural outreach.
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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
- Strengthen organizational capacity
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 6,000 $
- Up to 80% of project cost
Timeline
- Closing date : March 1, 2027
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Information and cultural industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Public administration
Location
- De L'Islet
- Bas-Saint-Laurent
- Quebec
Legal structures
- Financial cooperative
- Non-financial cooperative
- Non-profit
- Public or Parapublic institution
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Rural or Northern Residents
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Culture and Arts
Target groups
- General public
- Artists / creatives
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- Regional
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Public art projects and cultural events
- Projects that increase access to culture and audience participation
- Local cultural development and start-up initiatives
- Heritage and landscape interpretation or promotion projects
Documents Needed
- Completed application form
- Supporting attachments for the project
- Proof of expenses issued in the applicant’s name
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Legally incorporated non-profit organizations
- Non-financial cooperatives
- Municipalities and municipal organizations
- Artists working with local partners
Eligible expenses
- Fees, professional fees, and service fees
- Wages and social charges for staff hired specifically for the project
- Purchase or rental of non-municipal equipment and materials
- Travel, accommodation, and promotion costs directly linked to the project
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Expenses incurred before the application is submitted
- Current operating expenses or management fees
- Recoverable portion of taxes
- Wages related to regular operations rather than the project
Eligible geographic areas
- MRC de L’Islet
- One of the 14 municipalities within its territory
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed within up to 30 days after receipt.
- Projects are assessed against the selection criteria and program objectives.
- If approved, the funding agreement must be signed before payment is made.
- The final balance is released after the final project report is received.
Additional information
- The fund is part of a cultural development agreement between MRC de L’Islet and the Quebec Ministry of Culture and Communications.
- The MRC may change the rules, selection criteria, and management framework at any time.
- A final report is required before the second payment is released.
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Frequently Asked Questions about the MRC L'Islet — Support Fund for Cultural Initiatives (FAIC) Program
What is the MRC L'Islet — Support Fund for Cultural Initiatives (FAIC)?
This fund supports cultural projects that help implement the cultural policy of MRC de L’Islet. It offers up to $6,000 per project for eligible activities such as public art, cultural events, heritage promotion, mediation, and cultural outreach.
How much funding can be received?
MRC L'Islet — Support Fund for Cultural Initiatives (FAIC) Funds up to 80% of admissible expenses, capped at $6,000 per project.
Who is eligible for the MRC L'Islet — Support Fund for Cultural Initiatives (FAIC) program?
To be eligible for the MRC L'Islet — Support Fund for Cultural Initiatives (FAIC) program, you must:
Head office in MRC de L’Islet.
Cultural project aligned with local policy.
Artists need strong local partnerships.
What expenses are eligible under MRC L'Islet — Support Fund for Cultural Initiatives (FAIC)?
Public art projects and cultural events
Projects that increase access to culture and audience participation
Local cultural development and start-up initiatives
Heritage and landscape interpretation or promotion projects
Who can I contact for more information about the MRC L'Islet — Support Fund for Cultural Initiatives (FAIC)?
You can contact MRC de L'Islet (MRC) by email at ra.francoeur@mrclislet.com or by phone at 418 598-3076 poste 241.
Where is the MRC L'Islet — Support Fund for Cultural Initiatives (FAIC) available?
The MRC L'Islet — Support Fund for Cultural Initiatives (FAIC) program is available Bas-Saint-Laurent, Quebec.
Is the MRC L'Islet — Support Fund for Cultural Initiatives (FAIC) a grant, loan, or tax credit?
MRC L'Islet — Support Fund for Cultural Initiatives (FAIC) is a Grant and Funding