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Program Supporting the Development of Tourist Attractions (PADAT – Stream 1)
Financing for tourism attraction development in Quebec
Last Update: April 27, 2026
Funding available
$ 150,000 - $ 5,000,000
Timeline
- Closing date : February 28, 2026
Location
Gaspésie–Îles-de-la-Madeleine, Quebec
Overview
This program provides loans or loan guarantees of up to CAD 5 million per project to support the development of tourist attractions in Quebec. It funds construction, expansion, equipment purchases, business acquisition, and new tourism experiences.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Implement environmental initiatives
- Develop a new product or service
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 5,000,000 $
- Minimum amount : 150,000 $
- Up to 70% of project cost
Timeline
- Closing date : February 28, 2026
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Accommodation and food services
Location
- Gaspésie–Îles-de-la-Madeleine
- 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
- Construction or reconstruction of a tourist attraction, facility, or service
- Expansion, interior or exterior development, or conversion of a tourism asset
- Purchase or replacement of equipment
- Acquisition of a tourism business
- Launch of a new tourism experience
Documents Needed
- Completed PADAT Stream 1 application form
- Business plan with executive summary
- Financial statements and forecasts
- Documents showing sustainable development or CSR commitment
- Supporting documents requested in Section 9 of the form
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- For-profit organizations
- Non-profit organizations
- Cooperatives
- Recognized Indigenous communities and nations
- Groups combining these applicants
Who is not eligible
- Companies listed in the Register of Enterprises Ineligible for Public Contracts
- Companies under bankruptcy or creditor protection proceedings
- Public corporations, ministries, and government agencies
- Businesses that failed to meet obligations on previous tourism aid
- Businesses in gambling-related projects or alcohol/cannabis sales and consumption projects
Eligible expenses
- Working capital
- Equipment and capital assets
- Direct project costs
- Professional fees and technical services
- Preliminary project studies and business planning
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Taxes that are refundable
- Donations and in-kind contributions
- Operating, administration, and financing costs
- Travel and promotion costs
- Costs incurred before the application date, except eligible project-preparation fees
Eligible geographic areas
- Quebec
- All administrative regions
Processing and Agreement
- Application is reviewed by Investissement Québec and the Ministry of Tourism
- Only projects with a favorable sectoral opinion can be funded
- Applications are assessed continuously until the deadline
- IQ may refuse or suspend funding if conditions are no longer met
- A funding agreement must be signed before disbursement
Additional information
- Applications are reviewed continuously until March 31, 2026.
- The program may be suspended without notice if budget availability requires it.
- Beneficiaries must submit an annual tourism impact report.
- A funding agreement must be signed before aid is granted.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Program Supporting the Development of Tourist Attractions (PADAT – Stream 1) Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Program Supporting the Development of Tourist Attractions (PADAT – Stream 1). 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 Supporting the Development of Tourist Attractions (PADAT – Stream 1)?
This program provides loans or loan guarantees of up to CAD 5 million per project to support the development of tourist attractions in Quebec. It funds construction, expansion, equipment purchases, business acquisition, and new tourism experiences.
How much funding can be received?
Program Supporting the Development of Tourist Attractions (PADAT – Stream 1) Funds up to 70% of admissible expenses, capped at $5,000,000 per project.
Who is eligible for the Program Supporting the Development of Tourist Attractions (PADAT – Stream 1) program?
To be eligible for the Program Supporting the Development of Tourist Attractions (PADAT – Stream 1) program, you must:
Legally constituted in Quebec
Operate in Quebec
Show profitability potential
What expenses are eligible under Program Supporting the Development of Tourist Attractions (PADAT – Stream 1)?
Construction or reconstruction of a tourist attraction, facility, or service
Expansion, interior or exterior development, or conversion of a tourism asset
Purchase or replacement of equipment
Acquisition of a tourism business
Launch of a new tourism experience
Who can I contact for more information about the Program Supporting the Development of Tourist Attractions (PADAT – Stream 1)?
You can contact Investissement Québec (IQ) by email at IQtourisme@invest-quebec.com or by phone at 1 866 870-0437.
Where is the Program Supporting the Development of Tourist Attractions (PADAT – Stream 1) available?
The Program Supporting the Development of Tourist Attractions (PADAT – Stream 1) program is available Gaspésie–Îles-de-la-Madeleine, Quebec.
Is the Program Supporting the Development of Tourist Attractions (PADAT – Stream 1) a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Program Supporting the Development of Tourist Attractions (PADAT – Stream 1) is a Loans and Capital investments