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Prix Raymond Bachand

Recognition for inclusive leisure access

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Record updated August 18, 2026

Funding available: $ 2,000
Deadline: Unspecified
Location: Quebec, Canada
Who can apply: Member organizations of AlterGo Association; See full eligibility

Overview

The Prix Développement Raymond Bachand recognizes organizations that improve access to leisure for people with functional limitations on Montreal Island. It includes a $1,600 bursary and supports organizations that submit a nomination through AlterGo Association.

At a glance

Funding available

Maximum funding: $2,000

Financing goals

Develop strategic partnerships
Increase social or community impact
Enhance an existing program
Strengthen organizational capacity
Train or support volunteers
Raise awareness or mobilize a population

Eligible candidates

Location: Montréal
Quebec
Eligible Industries: All industries
Annual revenue: All revenue ranges
Organisation size: All organization sizes
Audience: All groups
Legal structures: Non-profit

Non-profit candidates

Sector of operation: Other Recreation and Social Clubs
Target groups: People with disabilities
Revenue structures: 100% donations / grants
Scope: Local

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Availability timeline

2026

Periods: 2

Latest changes

October 14, 2026

Raymond Bachand Prize applications closed

The Raymond Bachand Prize page now states that the application period is over and the online submission link has been removed.

The Raymond Bachand Prize page now says the application period is over, and the online submission link has been removed. The page now replaces the submission link with a notice that the submission period has ended.

Official source: altergo.ca

October 14, 2026

Eligibility

Who is eligible?

Member organizations of AlterGo Association

Who is not eligible

Organizations that are not members of AlterGo Association

Eligible geographic areas

Organizations on Montreal Island

Activities funded

Improving access to leisure for people with functional limitations
Maintaining and developing accessible leisure services
Working with partners to enhance inclusion

How to apply

Step 1: Complete the online nomination form
- Fill out the form on AlterGo’s website.
- Select the preferred nomination format if requested.
Step 2: Attach supporting documents
- Include supporting materials such as bulletins, flyers, letters, photographs, and press clippings.
- Use accessible file formats for text documents when possible.
Step 3: Submit the nomination
- Send the completed form and required documents through the online form.
- If needed, send additional files by email or via Wetransfer to prix@altergo.ca.
Step 4: Receive confirmation
- Wait for the acknowledgment of receipt after submission.

Documents Needed

Bullets, flyers, letters of appreciation, photographs, and press clippings
Text-based documents in accessible PDF or Word format
Supporting files for the nomination, if applicable

Selection criteria

Volunteer and staff involvement
Continuity of services
Appreciation of services by members
Collaboration with partners
Efforts to improve leisure conditions for people with functional limitations

Processing and Agreement

Applications are reviewed after submission.
Applicants receive an acknowledgment of receipt.
The selected organization is announced as the laureate.

Additional information

The award is presented every two years at AlterGo Association’s Annual General Meeting.
The 2024 laureate was Maison Théâtre.
The award will not be granted in 2025.