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MRC Portneuf — Young Leaders Fund of the Portneuf Region
Support for youth-led community projects
Last Update: April 9, 2026
Funding available
$ 500
Timeline
- Open Date : November 1, 2023
Location
Capitale-Nationale, Quebec, Canada
Overview
This program provides up to $500 in funding for youth-led initiatives in the Portneuf region. It supports short, structured community projects that promote youth involvement, learning, culture, entrepreneurship, and local development.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Develop workforce skills
- Raise awareness or mobilize a population
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 500 $
- Up to 80% of project cost
Timeline
- Open Date : November 1, 2023
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Educational services
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Other services (except public administration)
- Public administration
Location
- Portneuf
- Capitale-Nationale
- Quebec
Legal structures
- Non-profit
- Public or Parapublic institution
- Non-financial cooperative
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Youth (<40)
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Culture and Arts
- Sports
- Other Recreation and Social Clubs
- Environment
- Economic, Social and Community Development
- Children and Youth Organizations
Target groups
- Children & youth
- Young adults
- Community leaders
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- Regional
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Youth-led local community projects
- Short, structured initiatives for young people and local communities in Portneuf
- Projects that support youth involvement, culture, learning, entrepreneurship, or community vitality
Documents Needed
- Funding application form
- Support letter from the sponsoring organization
- Proof of municipal support for the project
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Youth promoters aged 15 to 29
- Residents of a municipality in Portneuf
- Municipalities, municipal organizations, and MRCs as sponsoring organizations
- Non-profit and incorporated organizations as sponsoring organizations
- Solidarity and consumer cooperatives, and parapublic organizations covering the territory
Who is not eligible
- Projects led by people outside the 15 to 29 age group
- Projects from promoters who do not reside in Portneuf
- Routine activities of the sponsoring organization
- Projects focused on business startup
- Projects tied specifically to a local festival or event program
- Fundraising for a humanitarian trip abroad
Eligible expenses
- Advertising and promotion costs
- Equipment and material rental or purchase
- Transportation costs
- Training fees and insurance
- Professional fees needed for the project
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Salaries and social charges of the organization
- Food and alcoholic or non-alcoholic beverages
- Trophies, scholarships, and participation prizes
- Routine activities of the sponsoring organization
- In-kind contributions such as volunteer time, materials, or in-house work
- Expenses incurred before project approval
Eligible geographic areas
- MRC of Portneuf
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed on an ongoing basis by the social and economic development commission.
- The MRC assesses projects using a weighted evaluation grid.
- The MRC may award less than the amount requested.
- If approved, the project must comply with the program conditions and reporting requirements.
Additional information
- Projects are reviewed on a regular basis, subject to available funds.
- Only one application per project is accepted.
- The MRC may request additional supporting documents after accountability review.
- Supported projects must acknowledge the participation of the MRC of Portneuf in their communications.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the MRC Portneuf — Young Leaders Fund of the Portneuf Region Program
What is the MRC Portneuf — Young Leaders Fund of the Portneuf Region?
This program provides up to $500 in funding for youth-led initiatives in the Portneuf region. It supports short, structured community projects that promote youth involvement, learning, culture, entrepreneurship, and local development.
How much funding can be received?
MRC Portneuf — Young Leaders Fund of the Portneuf Region Funds up to 80% of admissible expenses, capped at $500 per project.
Who is eligible for the MRC Portneuf — Young Leaders Fund of the Portneuf Region program?
To be eligible for the MRC Portneuf — Young Leaders Fund of the Portneuf Region program, you must:
Youth promoter aged 15 to 29 in Portneuf
Supported by an eligible sponsoring organization
Municipal support required
What expenses are eligible under MRC Portneuf — Young Leaders Fund of the Portneuf Region?
Youth-led local community projects
Short, structured initiatives for young people and local communities in Portneuf
Projects that support youth involvement, culture, learning, entrepreneurship, or community vitality
Who can I contact for more information about the MRC Portneuf — Young Leaders Fund of the Portneuf Region?
You can contact MRC Portneuf by email at marc.voyer@mrc-portneuf.qc.ca or by phone at 418 285-3744 poste 233.
Where is the MRC Portneuf — Young Leaders Fund of the Portneuf Region available?
The MRC Portneuf — Young Leaders Fund of the Portneuf Region program is available Capitale-Nationale, Quebec.
Is the MRC Portneuf — Young Leaders Fund of the Portneuf Region a grant, loan, or tax credit?
MRC Portneuf — Young Leaders Fund of the Portneuf Region is a Grant and Funding