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MRC de Mékinac — FRR Stream 2
Mékinac Regional Development Fund fosters local growth initiatives
Last Update: March 3, 2026
Funding available
$ 50,000
Timeline
- Open Date : October 21, 2020
Location
Mauricie, Quebec, Canada
Overview
The Fonds régions et ruralité aims to support local and regional development initiatives in the MRC de Mékinac, offering a maximum funding amount of $50,000 per project. Eligible activities include innovative and structuring projects that address territorial needs, enhance the region's attractiveness, and promote local entrepreneurship and tourism.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Reduce environmental footprint
- Launch or market a product/service
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 50,000 $
- Up to 67% of project cost
Timeline
- Open Date : October 21, 2020
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Retail trade
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Location
- Mékinac
- Mauricie
- Quebec
Legal structures
- Non-profit
- Public or Parapublic institution
- Non-financial cooperative
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Rural or Northern Residents
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Culture and Arts
- Environment
- Economic, Social and Community Development
- Housing
- Employment and Training
Target groups
- General public
- Rural / Remote communities
- Business owners / entrepreneurs
- Artists / creatives
- Nonprofits / charities
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- Local
- Municipal
- Regional
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
This grant supports projects that are innovative and strategically significant, aiming to address regional needs and contribute to the sustainable development of the MRC de Mékinac. Eligible projects under this grant exhibit long-term positive impacts and align with the regional strategic priorities.
- Projects that are innovative and have a structuring effect.
- Initiatives aimed at preserving or consolidating key projects within the MRC.
- Projects with long-term positive impacts on the MRC de Mékinac community.
- Initiatives focusing on the sustainable development of the MRC de Mékinac.
- Support projects enhancing volunteer motivation and assistance up to $1,000.
- Major restructuring or inaugural annual events support.
- Support for various activity sectors such as economic, tourist, social, community, cultural, etc.
- Projects targeting objectives set in territorial plans adopted by the MRC Council or municipal Council.
- Projects encouraging local or regional partnerships.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
Eligible applicants are organizations and entities legally constituted to contribute to the local and regional development aligned with the intervention priorities of the MRC de Mékinac 2020-2025, as per the guidelines of the Fonds régions et ruralité (FRR) – Volet 2.
- Legally constituted non-profit organizations.
- Municipalities or regional county municipalities (MRCs), including their municipal and intermunicipal bodies.
- Public sector organizations affiliated with education networks or peri-municipal sectors, such as development or leisure entities.
- Cooperatives providing community services in social, community, cultural, or leisure sectors.
- Cooperatives with activities similar to that of non-profit organizations.
- Promoters contributing to job creation within the MRC de Mékinac.
Who is not eligible
This grant does not specifically outline restrictions related to particular types of companies or industries that cannot apply. The focus is on meeting the priorities and criteria set by the MRC de Mékinac.
Eligible expenses
The eligible expenses for this grant cover costs associated with executing selected projects benefiting local residents within the MRC de Mékinac territory.
- Salaries, wages, and benefits for employees, interns, and similar roles working on the project.
- Professional fees for external services required for the project.
- Capital expenditures such as land, building, equipment, machinery, and other similar project-related costs.
- Purchases of technology, software, and patents, among other related expenses.
- Working capital needs for the first year of operation.
- Other inherent costs related to the development and execution of the projects.
Eligible geographic areas
The MRC de Mékinac — FRR Stream 2 grant is accessible to applicants within the MRC de Mékinac jurisdiction. The funding is specifically allocated to support projects within this regional county municipality in Quebec, Canada.
- Municipality of Mékinac, Quebec, Canada.
Additional information
Here are additional relevant details for this grant:
- The MRC de Mékinac allocates funding based on both local and regional envelopes, with uncommitted funds as of March 1, 2024, redirected to the regional envelope allocation.
- Grant applications are subjected to an environmental compliance assessment, known as eco-conditionality, to ensure that the project meets environmental standards and encourages sustainable practices.
- Coordination and support are available for applicants to help structure and improve their project proposals through the coordinator of the FRR – Volet 2.
- Grants pay out once conditions outlined in the grant agreement by MRC de Mékinac are met by the applicant.
- Final funding decisions are made by the council of mayors based on recommendations from a designated committee.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the MRC de Mékinac — FRR Stream 2 Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the MRC de Mékinac — FRR Stream 2. 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 de Mékinac — FRR Stream 2?
The Fonds régions et ruralité aims to support local and regional development initiatives in the MRC de Mékinac, offering a maximum funding amount of $50,000 per project. Eligible activities include innovative and structuring projects that address territorial needs, enhance the region's attractiveness, and promote local entrepreneurship and tourism.
How much funding can be received?
MRC de Mékinac — FRR Stream 2 Funds up to 67% of admissible expenses, capped at $50,000 per project.
Who is eligible for the MRC de Mékinac — FRR Stream 2 program?
To be eligible for the MRC de Mékinac — FRR Stream 2 program, you must:
The applicant must be a legally constituted non-profit organization or cooperative providing community services.
The applicant can be a municipality or regional county municipality (MRC) and its related municipal or intermunicipal organizations.
The applicant can be any promoter contributing to job creation within the MRC of Mékinac.
What expenses are eligible under MRC de Mékinac — FRR Stream 2?
This grant supports projects that are innovative and strategically significant, aiming to address regional needs and contribute to the sustainable development of the MRC de Mékinac. Eligible projects under this grant exhibit long-term positive impacts and align with the regional strategic priorities. Projects that are innovative and have a structuring effect.
Initiatives aimed at preserving or consolidating key projects within the MRC.
Projects with long-term positive impacts on the MRC de Mékinac community.
Initiatives focusing on the sustainable development of the MRC de Mékinac.
Support projects enhancing volunteer motivation and assistance up to $1,000.
Major restructuring or inaugural annual events support.
Support for various activity sectors such as economic, tourist, social, community, cultural, etc.
Projects targeting objectives set in territorial plans adopted by the MRC Council or municipal Council.
Projects encouraging local or regional partnerships.
Who can I contact for more information about the MRC de Mékinac — FRR Stream 2?
You can contact MRC de Mékinac by email at julie.robillard@mrcmekinac.com or by phone at 418-365-5151.
Where is the MRC de Mékinac — FRR Stream 2 available?
The MRC de Mékinac — FRR Stream 2 program is available Mauricie, Quebec.
Is the MRC de Mékinac — FRR Stream 2 a grant, loan, or tax credit?
MRC de Mékinac — FRR Stream 2 is a Grant and Funding