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Municipal Water Infrastructure Program (PRIMEAU) — Stream 2 – Pipe Renewal
Support for municipal pipe renewal
Last Update: May 21, 2026
Funding available
Varies by project
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Quebec, Canada
Overview
This program supported municipalities carrying out water and wastewater pipe renewal work. It is closed to new applications and has been replaced by PRIMEAU 2023.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Implement environmental initiatives
- Reduce environmental footprint
- Renovate or adapt facilities
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Public administration
Location
- Quebec
Legal structures
- Public or Parapublic institution
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Renewal of drinking water and sewer pipes.
- Rehabilitation or replacement of municipal water and wastewater infrastructure.
- In-house or contracted works related to eligible pipe renewal projects.
Documents Needed
- Final declaration certified by an external auditor.
- Director general’s final declaration on the eligible work completed.
- Summary of net investments counted toward the minimum infrastructure threshold.
- Attestation from the director general confirming compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and standards.
- Responsible party’s attestation form for the work completed.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Municipalities in Quebec.
Who is not eligible
- New applicants, as the program is closed to new requests.
- Entities other than municipalities.
Eligible expenses
- Labour, materials, and machinery used for work carried out in-house.
- Costs for eligible pipe renewal works and related infrastructure rehabilitation.
- Contracted work directly related to the approved project.
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Routine maintenance work.
- Development-related pipeline extensions.
- Studies, inventories, and diagnostic work not listed as eligible.
- Equipment purchases such as laboratory, safety, sampling, tools, or vehicles.
Eligible geographic areas
- Quebec
Processing and Agreement
- Applications and claims are reviewed through the online PRIMEAU service.
- Municipalities must submit periodic progress updates on incurred expenses.
- A final expense declaration must be submitted after all work is completed.
- The final declaration must be certified by an external auditor.
- The aid is reimbursed after required claims and supporting documents are accepted.
Additional information
- The program is closed to new applications.
- It has been replaced by PRIMEAU 2023.
- All eligible work must be completed by December 31, 2027.
- Municipalities must report work progress periodically through the online service.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Municipal Water Infrastructure Program (PRIMEAU) — Stream 2 – Pipe Renewal Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Municipal Water Infrastructure Program (PRIMEAU) — Stream 2 – Pipe Renewal. 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 Municipal Water Infrastructure Program (PRIMEAU) — Stream 2 – Pipe Renewal?
This program supported municipalities carrying out water and wastewater pipe renewal work. It is closed to new applications and has been replaced by PRIMEAU 2023.
Who is eligible for the Municipal Water Infrastructure Program (PRIMEAU) — Stream 2 – Pipe Renewal program?
To be eligible for the Municipal Water Infrastructure Program (PRIMEAU) — Stream 2 – Pipe Renewal program, you must:
Municipalities only.
Water and sewer pipe renewal work.
Work completed within the program timeline.
What expenses are eligible under Municipal Water Infrastructure Program (PRIMEAU) — Stream 2 – Pipe Renewal?
Renewal of drinking water and sewer pipes.
Rehabilitation or replacement of municipal water and wastewater infrastructure.
In-house or contracted works related to eligible pipe renewal projects.
Who can I contact for more information about the Municipal Water Infrastructure Program (PRIMEAU) — Stream 2 – Pipe Renewal?
You can contact Government of Québec by email at primeau@mamh.gouv.qc.ca or by phone at 4186912066.
Where is the Municipal Water Infrastructure Program (PRIMEAU) — Stream 2 – Pipe Renewal available?
The Municipal Water Infrastructure Program (PRIMEAU) — Stream 2 – Pipe Renewal program is available the province of Quebec.
Is the Municipal Water Infrastructure Program (PRIMEAU) — Stream 2 – Pipe Renewal a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Municipal Water Infrastructure Program (PRIMEAU) — Stream 2 – Pipe Renewal is a Grant and Funding
Who are the financial supporters of the Municipal Water Infrastructure Program (PRIMEAU) — Stream 2 – Pipe Renewal?
Municipal Water Infrastructure Program (PRIMEAU) — Stream 2 – Pipe Renewal is funded by Government of Québec