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Outaouais Tourism — PDTO 2025-2027 – Attractions, activities and facilities
Funding for tourism development projects in Outaouais
Latest source updateLast Update: May 11, 2026Latest change: The second call timing now shows as coming soon, and the required documents section adds a five-year operating-cost resolution for municipal entities and Indigenous communities.View change
Latest source update
Last Update: May 11, 2026
Latest change: The second call timing now shows as coming soon, and the required documents section adds a five-year operating-cost resolution for municipal entities and Indigenous communities.
Application timing and required documents updated
The application page now shows the second call as coming soon instead of a fixed window, which changes when applicants can submit. The required documents section also adds a resolution for municipal entities and Indigenous communities committing to cover operating costs for five years.
Funding available
$ 25,000 - $ 90,000
Deadline
June 22, 2026
Opened May 4, 2026
Location
Outaouais, Quebec, Canada
Overview
This program provides non-repayable funding of up to $90,000 for tourism development projects in Outaouais. It supports the construction, expansion, modernization, and development of attractions, activities, facilities, products, and services.
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At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase performance through digital transformation
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Increase production or service capacity
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 90,000 $
- Minimum amount : 25,000 $
- Up to 25% of project cost
Funds Providers
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Outaouais
- Quebec
Legal structures
- All legal structures
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Indigenous Peoples
- Persons with Disabilities
- Language Minorities
- Newcomers to Canada
- Rural or Northern Residents
- 2SLGBTQI+
- Canadians
- Youth (<40)
- Startups
- Women
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Construction, expansion, or improvement of tourism infrastructure
- Development or renewal of tourism products and services
- Creation, expansion, modernization, or consolidation of a tourist attraction, activity, facility, or service
Documents Needed
- Completed and signed Excel application form
- Business plan for the project
- Detailed marketing plan
- Sustainable development and climate change adaptation plan
- Financial statements and capital investment confirmation
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Tourism businesses
- Municipal entities
- Indigenous communities, nations, organizations, and businesses
- Groups representing eligible client types
Who is not eligible
- Crown corporations and government departments or agencies
- Applicants listed in the Register of enterprises ineligible for public contracts
- Companies not compliant with the OQLF francization process
Eligible expenses
- Construction, expansion, renovation, adaptation, or conversion costs for eligible projects
- Equipment purchase and installation, including specialized furniture and visitor-experience equipment
- Professional fees, technical support, consulting, and reporting fees
- Project development studies and plans, land and trail development, and sustainability integration costs
- Site survey, quality control, contingency costs, and net taxes on eligible costs
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Business acquisition and existing infrastructure acquisition
- Promotion, marketing, and website redesign costs
- Long-term land or building leases
- Regular maintenance, operating, financing, and debt-related costs
- Legal fees, cost overruns, and costs already committed before application
Eligible geographic areas
- Outaouais
- Quebec
Selection criteria
- Alignment with PDTO 25-27 objectives
- Project structure, impact, and innovative character
- Quality of the concept, products, and services
- Financial structure, feasibility, and market relevance
- Sustainable development approach and climate adaptation commitment
How to apply
- Step 1: Prepare the application
- Complete the PDTO 25-27_Attraction_Activity_Equipment form in Excel.
- Gather the required supporting documents.
- Step 2: Submit the application
- Email the completed form and documents to programmes@tourisme-outaouais.ca.
- Step 3: Follow up if needed
- Contact Jeremy Howard for additional information.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed after submission of the required documents
- Projects are assessed against program objectives and selection criteria
- Applicants are informed of the decision after evaluation
- Approved projects must comply with any applicable program requirements and conditions
Additional information
- Applications must be submitted using the Excel form.
- Projects should include sustainable development and climate change adaptation measures.
- There is a second call for projects from May 4 to June 22, 2026.
- Financial partners' confirmations are requested if available.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Outaouais Tourism — PDTO 2025-2027 – Attractions, activities and facilities Program
What is the Outaouais Tourism — PDTO 2025-2027 – Attractions, activities and facilities?
This program provides non-repayable funding of up to $90,000 for tourism development projects in Outaouais. It supports the construction, expansion, modernization, and development of attractions, activities, facilities, products, and services.
How much funding can be received?
Outaouais Tourism — PDTO 2025-2027 – Attractions, activities and facilities Funds up to 25% of admissible expenses, capped at $90,000 per project.
What is the deadline to apply?
The application deadline for this grant program was June 22, 2026.
Who is eligible for the Outaouais Tourism — PDTO 2025-2027 – Attractions, activities and facilities program?
To be eligible for the Outaouais Tourism — PDTO 2025-2027 – Attractions, activities and facilities program, you must:
Legally incorporated in Quebec or Canada
Does business in Quebec
Tourism development project
What expenses are eligible under Outaouais Tourism — PDTO 2025-2027 – Attractions, activities and facilities?
Construction, expansion, or improvement of tourism infrastructure
Development or renewal of tourism products and services
Creation, expansion, modernization, or consolidation of a tourist attraction, activity, facility, or service
Who can I contact for more information about the Outaouais Tourism — PDTO 2025-2027 – Attractions, activities and facilities?
You can contact Outaouais Tourism by email at programmes@tourisme-outaouais.ca or by phone at 819-576-3164.
Where is the Outaouais Tourism — PDTO 2025-2027 – Attractions, activities and facilities available?
The Outaouais Tourism — PDTO 2025-2027 – Attractions, activities and facilities program is available Outaouais, Quebec.