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Program aiming at the redevelopment of surplus heritage places of worship
Funding for heritage worship place redevelopment
Last Update: April 29, 2026
Funding available
$ 5,000,000
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Quebec, Canada
Overview
This program supports the redevelopment of surplus heritage places of worship for new community uses. It funds planning studies, professional services, restoration, compliance work, and requalification projects, with maximum funding of up to $5,000,000 per project.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Increase social or community impact
- Enhance an existing program
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 5,000,000 $
- Up to 75% of project cost
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Public administration
Location
- Quebec
Legal structures
- All legal structures
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Planning and technical studies for requalification projects
- Restoration and code-compliance work on heritage places of worship
- Converting surplus worship places to new uses
- Project preparation including business planning and feasibility work
Documents Needed
- Completed application form
- Project presentation file
- Board resolution authorizing the application and signatory
- Proof of ownership or valid offer to purchase
- Municipal resolution supporting the project
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Municipalities and regional county municipalities
- First Nations councils and Cree, Inuit, or Naskapi communities
- Non-profit organizations
- Cooperatives
- For-profit organizations
Who is not eligible
- Religious organizations
- Organizations listed in the RENA register
- Organizations in bankruptcy or insolvency
- Some non-budgetary public bodies listed under Quebec financial administration rules
- Education and health network organizations when their property is eligible for funding from their own ministry
Eligible expenses
- Professional fees for planning studies and project preparation
- Restoration, consolidation, and code-compliance work
- Requalification works for new non-worship uses
- Arts integration to architecture and environment, where applicable
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Religious worship or cult-related activities
- Equipment and specialized furniture purchases
- Expenses incurred before funding confirmation
- Projects funded by another MCC program
- Expenses related to applicants in bankruptcy or insolvency, or listed in the RENA register
Eligible geographic areas
- Quebec
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are analyzed by a jury and then recommended to the program management committee.
- Municipal applications undergo a preliminary review to ensure the State Secularism Act is considered.
- If approved, the applicant must sign a financial assistance agreement.
- Funding starts after the confirmation letter is issued.
- Work completion and accountability must be done within the required program timelines.
Additional information
- The program includes two funding streams.
- Applicants must sign a financial assistance agreement if approved.
- Municipal applications must also respect the Quebec State Secularism Act.
- The program was announced as suspended in June 2025.
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Frequently Asked Questions about the Program aiming at the redevelopment of surplus heritage places of worship Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Program aiming at the redevelopment of surplus heritage places of worship. 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 Program aiming at the redevelopment of surplus heritage places of worship?
This program supports the redevelopment of surplus heritage places of worship for new community uses. It funds planning studies, professional services, restoration, compliance work, and requalification projects, with maximum funding of up to $5,000,000 per project.
How much funding can be received?
Program aiming at the redevelopment of surplus heritage places of worship Funds up to 75% of admissible expenses, capped at $5,000,000 per project.
Who is eligible for the Program aiming at the redevelopment of surplus heritage places of worship program?
To be eligible for the Program aiming at the redevelopment of surplus heritage places of worship program, you must:
Owner or authorized representative
Heritage worship place project
Property right or offer to purchase
What expenses are eligible under Program aiming at the redevelopment of surplus heritage places of worship?
Planning and technical studies for requalification projects
Restoration and code-compliance work on heritage places of worship
Converting surplus worship places to new uses
Project preparation including business planning and feasibility work
Who can I contact for more information about the Program aiming at the redevelopment of surplus heritage places of worship?
You can contact Council of Religious Heritage of Quebec (CPRQ) by email at laicite@mce.gouv.qc.ca.
Where is the Program aiming at the redevelopment of surplus heritage places of worship available?
The Program aiming at the redevelopment of surplus heritage places of worship program is available the province of Quebec.
Is the Program aiming at the redevelopment of surplus heritage places of worship a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Program aiming at the redevelopment of surplus heritage places of worship is a Grant and Funding