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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
Last Update: April 29, 2026
Funding available
Varies by project
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now 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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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Develop a new program or service
- Increase social or community impact
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Educational services
Location
- Quebec
Legal structures
- All legal structures
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Language Minorities
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
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
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.
- Applications for the post-secondary sector component are not being received for fiscal year 2026-2027.
- Applications for the scientific knowledge in French component may be submitted at any time during the fiscal year.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Post-Secondary Sector and Scientific Knowledge in French Support Fund — Minority Language Education Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Post-Secondary Sector and Scientific Knowledge in French Support Fund — Minority Language Education. 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 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.
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 (MRC) 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 Partnering and Collaboration
Who are the financial supporters of the Post-Secondary Sector and Scientific Knowledge in French Support Fund — Minority Language Education?
Post-Secondary Sector and Scientific Knowledge in French Support Fund — Minority Language Education is funded by Memphrémagog Regional County Municipality (MRC)