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Post-Secondary Sector and Scientific Knowledge in French Support Fund — Minority Language Education
Funding for minority-language education and French knowledge
Latest source updateLast Update: July 14, 2026Latest change: The support fund page now shows a November 15 deadline for the Post-Secondary Sector, a no-call notice for 2027-2028 in Scientific Knowledge in French, and updated contact hours.View change
Latest source update
Last Update: July 14, 2026
Latest change: The support fund page now shows a November 15 deadline for the Post-Secondary Sector, a no-call notice for 2027-2028 in Scientific Knowledge in French, and updated contact hours.
Application deadline and help hours updated
The support fund page now shows a November 15 application deadline for the Support for the Post-Secondary Sector, with deadlines extended to the next working day when they fall on a Saturday, Sunday, or statutory holiday. For Scientific Knowledge in French, the page now states there will be no call for proposals for fiscal year 2027-2028, and program support hours changed from 8:30 a.m.–5:00 p.m. to 7:30 a.m.–6:30 p.m. ET.
Funding available
Up to 100% of project cost
Deadline
Closed
Location
Quebec, Canada
Overview
This program supports minority-language post-secondary education and the mobilization of scientific knowledge in French. It offers funding for regional, provincial/territorial, or national projects that improve access, strengthen collaboration, and increase the dissemination of knowledge.
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At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Develop a new program or service
- Increase social or community impact
Eligible Funding
- Up to 100% of project cost
Funds Providers
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Memphrémagog
- Quebec
Legal structures
- Non-profit
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Language Minorities
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Higher Education
- Research
- Professional Associations
Target groups
- Academia / students
- Minority groups
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- Regional
- Provincial
- National
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Minority-language post-secondary education initiatives
- Scientific knowledge dissemination and mobilization in French
- Collaboration and partnership-building among eligible institutions and communities
- Research, analysis, and knowledge-sharing activities related to the program goals
Documents Needed
- Completed funding application package
- Application guidelines review
- Required supporting documentation
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Canadian professional associations
- Canadian non-profit organizations
- Post-secondary institutions serving minority-language communities or offering programs in French
- Foundations for non-profit activities, for the scientific knowledge stream
Who is not eligible
- Individuals and researchers
- Government agencies
- Elementary and secondary schools and school boards
- Foreign organizations
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Projects supporting regular post-secondary programming
- Projects developing programs within a single institution
- Projects involving translation or interpretation from another language into French
Eligible geographic areas
- Canada
Selection criteria
- Concrete and tangible benefits or leverage effect
- Response to identified needs in official-language minority communities
- Clear contribution to access, strengthening, or development of the sector
- For scientific knowledge projects, a detailed mobilization plan and clearly identified target audiences
- Potential strategic impact on official-language minority communities and target populations
How to apply
- Read the complete application guidelines before preparing your application.
- Complete and sign the application form for the Post-Secondary Sector Support Fund or Support for Scientific Knowledge in French subcomponent, date it, and attach all required supporting documents.
- Submit your complete funding application package by email to dglo-olsp@pch.gc.ca no later than 4:00 p.m. Eastern Time (ET) on the date of the application deadline.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed by Canadian Heritage after submission.
- Applicants are contacted if additional documentation is required.
- Funding decisions are made by the department.
Additional information
- The program is part of Canadian Heritage’s Official Languages Support Programs.
Contacts
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Frequently Asked Questions about the Post-Secondary Sector and Scientific Knowledge in French Support Fund — Minority Language Education Program
What is the Post-Secondary Sector and Scientific Knowledge in French Support Fund — Minority Language Education?
This program supports minority-language post-secondary education and the mobilization of scientific knowledge in French. It offers funding for regional, provincial/territorial, or national projects that improve access, strengthen collaboration, and increase the dissemination of knowledge.
How much funding can be received?
Post-Secondary Sector and Scientific Knowledge in French Support Fund — Minority Language Education Funds up to 100% of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Post-Secondary Sector and Scientific Knowledge in French Support Fund — Minority Language Education program?
To be eligible for the Post-Secondary Sector and Scientific Knowledge in French Support Fund — Minority Language Education program, you must:
Canadian eligible organization
Regional, provincial/territorial, or national project
Minority-language education or French knowledge focus
What expenses are eligible under Post-Secondary Sector and Scientific Knowledge in French Support Fund — Minority Language Education?
Minority-language post-secondary education initiatives
Scientific knowledge dissemination and mobilization in French
Collaboration and partnership-building among eligible institutions and communities
Research, analysis, and knowledge-sharing activities related to the program goals
Who can I contact for more information about the Post-Secondary Sector and Scientific Knowledge in French Support Fund — Minority Language Education?
You can contact Memphrémagog Regional County Municipality by email at dglo-olsp@pch.gc.ca or by phone at 1-866-811-0055.
Where is the Post-Secondary Sector and Scientific Knowledge in French Support Fund — Minority Language Education available?
The Post-Secondary Sector and Scientific Knowledge in French Support Fund — Minority Language Education program is available the province of Quebec.
Is the Post-Secondary Sector and Scientific Knowledge in French Support Fund — Minority Language Education a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Post-Secondary Sector and Scientific Knowledge in French Support Fund — Minority Language Education is a Grant and Funding