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MRC Nicolet-Yamaska — Signature project (FRR part 3)
Funding for local ecological transition projects
Offered by
Funding available
$ 35,000
Deadline
April 26, 2024
Location
Nicolet, Centre-du-Québec, Quebec, Canada
Overview
This program supports ecological transition projects in the MRC of Nicolet-Yamaska. Funding can reach $35,000 per project for initiatives that preserve natural areas, improve connectivity, or create urban ecological infrastructure.
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At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Improve governance or administrative structure
- Implement environmental initiatives
- Reduce environmental footprint
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 35,000 $
- Up to 80% of project cost
Funds Providers
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Nicolet-Yamaska
- Nicolet
- Centre-du-Québec
- Quebec
Legal structures
- Public or Parapublic institution
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Rural or Northern Residents
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Maintaining natural areas
- Improving connectivity between natural environments
- Creating ecological infrastructure in urban areas
- Implementing municipal infrastructure projects linked to ecological transition
Documents Needed
- Completed and signed project form
- Financial plan in Excel
- Municipal council resolution authorizing submission
- Letter of commitment from financial partners, if any
- Any other relevant supporting document
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Municipalities within the MRC of Nicolet-Yamaska
- The MRC of Nicolet-Yamaska for collective projects
Who is not eligible
- Health service projects
- Administrative municipal projects
- Projects involving places of worship, unless converted to another use
- Projects that conflict with Quebec government policy
Eligible expenses
- Wages, social charges and benefits for project staff
- Professional fees
- Capital expenses such as land, buildings, equipment and machinery
- Software and other related purchases
- Other costs directly related to project delivery
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Operating deficits, debt repayment or working capital replenishment
- Costs incurred before project approval
- Projects already completed
- Loans, loan guarantees and equity investments
- Any cost not directly related to the project
Eligible geographic areas
- MRC of Nicolet-Yamaska
Selection criteria
- Alignment with program priorities
- Alignment with MRC planning documents
- Environmental benefits
- Project structure, including financing and delivery plan
- Governance structure and partnerships
How to apply
- Step 1: Validate eligibility
- Contact the MRC before preparing the application.
- Review the municipal project guide and analysis grid.
- Step 2: Prepare the application
- Complete and sign the project form.
- Prepare the financial plan in Excel.
- Obtain the municipal council resolution.
- Add partner commitment letters and any relevant supporting documents.
- Step 3: Submit to the MRC
- Send the complete file to the MRC by the call deadline.
- Step 4: Review and decision
- The MRC reviews eligibility.
- The steering committee analyzes the project and makes a recommendation.
- The MRC council makes the decision.
- Step 5: Agreement and funding
- Sign the agreement with the MRC if approved.
- Receive payments according to the agreement terms.
Processing and Agreement
- The MRC first reviews project eligibility.
- The project is then analyzed by the steering committee.
- The MRC council makes the final decision.
- If approved, the municipality and the MRC sign an agreement.
- Funding is paid according to the agreement, with follow-up and reporting required.
Additional information
- Applicants are encouraged to contact the MRC before preparing the file.
- Two annual call dates were set for local projects in 2024.
- The MRC provides technical support and guidance to municipalities.
- Selected projects require follow-up and reporting with the MRC.
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Frequently Asked Questions about the MRC Nicolet-Yamaska — Signature project (FRR part 3) Program
What is the MRC Nicolet-Yamaska — Signature project (FRR part 3)?
This program supports ecological transition projects in the MRC of Nicolet-Yamaska. Funding can reach $35,000 per project for initiatives that preserve natural areas, improve connectivity, or create urban ecological infrastructure.
How much funding can be received?
MRC Nicolet-Yamaska — Signature project (FRR part 3) Funds up to 80% of admissible expenses, capped at $35,000 per project.
Who is eligible for the MRC Nicolet-Yamaska — Signature project (FRR part 3) program?
To be eligible for the MRC Nicolet-Yamaska — Signature project (FRR part 3) program, you must:
Project aligned with program priorities
Linked to MRC planning
Submitted by an eligible municipality
What expenses are eligible under MRC Nicolet-Yamaska — Signature project (FRR part 3)?
Maintaining natural areas
Improving connectivity between natural environments
Creating ecological infrastructure in urban areas
Implementing municipal infrastructure projects linked to ecological transition
Who can I contact for more information about the MRC Nicolet-Yamaska — Signature project (FRR part 3)?
You can contact MRC Nicolet-Yamaska (MRC) by email at s.lord@mrcny.qc.ca or by phone at 819 519-2997 poste 2251.
Where is the MRC Nicolet-Yamaska — Signature project (FRR part 3) available?
The MRC Nicolet-Yamaska — Signature project (FRR part 3) program is available Centre-du-Québec, Quebec.
Is the MRC Nicolet-Yamaska — Signature project (FRR part 3) a grant, loan, or tax credit?
MRC Nicolet-Yamaska — Signature project (FRR part 3) is a Grant and Funding