How much funding can be received?

Funds up to 75% of admissible expenses, capped at $90000 per project.

What is the deadline to apply?

The deadline to apply is 2025-06-25T23:59:00Z.

Who are the financial supporters of the MT Lab — Project Financing — Component 2?

MT Lab — Project Financing — Component 2 is funded by MT Lab

What are MT Lab — Project Financing — Component 2's eligibility criterias?

The applicant must be a company or organization operating in the Quebec tourism industry. The applicant must have been in operation for more than one year and possess a Quebec registration number (NEQ). The applicant's website must be available in French.

MT Lab — Project Financing — Component 2

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Innovative tourism project funding program in Quebec

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Accommodation and food services

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MT Lab

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The 2024-25 Project Funding Program offers financial support for innovative projects in the Quebec tourism industry, providing up to 75% of the project costs, with a maximum of $90,000 for individual projects and $200,000 for collective projects. Eligible activities include the integration of new products, services, or processes, particularly those enhancing economic, societal, or environmental value while promoting sustainable tourism practices.

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The MT Lab — Project Financing Program — Component 2 provides financial support for innovative projects within the Quebec tourism industry. The program outlines specific funding terms aimed at maximizing the impact and efficiency of funded projects.

Provides funding covering 75% of the total project costs, up to a maximum of $90,000 for individual projects and $200,000 for collaborative projects.
Requires the remaining 25% of project costs to be covered by the applicant, which can be sourced from partners or other external financial sources.
Allows project implementation to utilize external suppliers, including those outside Canada, without restrictions on supplier location.
Designs funding schedules to ensure projects are completed within 9 months following the official selection announcement.
Possibility for applicants to use previously developed strategies, from Strategic Support component, for further project funding in the same year, although separate applications are necessary.

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This grant supports innovative projects within the Quebec tourism industry, focusing on adding economic, societal, or environmental value. Projects can be individual or collective, involving multiple industry players.

Integration of new products, services, processes, or business models that previously did not exist.
Enhancements or personalizations to existing products or models that significantly add value.
Adoption of widespread market solutions that are new to the applicant's organization.
Projects that incorporate sustainable and responsible tourism principles.

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$ 33,750

Develop a virtual reality tour for eco-friendly hiking trails

$ 45,000

Implement a cultural exchange program with local indigenous communities

$ 52,500

Launch a new eco-friendly bed and breakfast initiative

$ 41,250

Create an augmented reality app for historical site tours

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Eligibility for this grant is determined by specific criteria related to the applicant’s operations and project goals.

The applicant must be a company or organization working in the Quebec tourism industry or an innovative Quebec tourism business.
The applicant must be the beneficiary of the submitted project.
The applicant must have been in operation for more than one year.
The applicant must have a Quebec Business Number (NEQ).
The applicant must have a website available in French.
The same company cannot be funded again by a program from the MT Lab financially supported by the Ministry of Tourism for a similar project.
The project's application guidelines, including those related to required documents, must be complied with.
Applicants in conflict or with potential conflicts of interest linked to MT Lab employees or board members are excluded from applying.
State corporations, ministries, and government organizations of Quebec or Canada are excluded as applicants.

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The applicant must be a business or organization operating in the Quebec tourism industry or an innovative Quebec tourism business. Eligible applicants can submit an individual project or be the lead applicant for a collaborative project involving multiple businesses.

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This grant excludes certain companies and organizations due to their governmental status. The restrictions ensure that financial support is directed towards private and innovative tourism ventures.

State-owned enterprises.
Government departments.
Organizations of the Government of Quebec or Canada.

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The program supports innovative projects within the Quebec tourism industry that introduce new or modified products, services, processes, or business models. The projects should deliver economic, societal, or environmental value and adhere to the principles of sustainable and responsible tourism.

Integration of a product, service, or business model that previously did not exist, providing significant added value.
Adding new features or personalized elements to pre-existing projects or products, enhancing their value.
Introducing widespread market solutions to companies adopting them for the first time.
Projects that align with sustainable and responsible tourism practices.

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This grant is available to companies located in Quebec, Canada, as it is administered by the MT Lab with support from the Quebec Ministry of Tourism.

Companies operating within the province of Quebec.

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The evaluation and selection of projects under the Programme de financement de projets 2024-25 are based on several criteria to ensure they align with the initiative's strategic objectives.

The project's response to identified priority themes: improving productivity, competitiveness, or efficiency of tourism businesses; addressing workforce shortages; reducing the environmental footprint of tourism activities; embracing digital transformation; and addressing responsible and sustainable tourism issues.
The level of risk associated with the project's implementation for the organization.
The innovation level in processes, procedures, products, or services represented by the project for the organization.
The potential outcomes and impacts for the specific sector or region.
The project's aim to increase the company's productivity.

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Consultation of the Applicant's Guide

Download and read the Applicant’s Guide to get all the details on the criteria and procedures.

Participation in the information session

Participate in the virtual information session to get details and ask questions.

Preparation of the required documents

Complete the applicant's form.
Prepare the presentation document with information about the company, the issue, and the project.
Obtain a letter of commitment from management or the board of directors to ensure budget availability.
Draft a declaration of non-conflict of interest if applicable.

Choice of the panel

Choose between the strategic support component or the project financing component based on needs.

Submission of the request

Submit all required documents via the appropriate application form.
Ensure that all documents are complete and meet the stated requirements.

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The grant offers significant financial support and encourages collaboration among Quebec's tourism industry players.

Priority themes: improving productivity, combating labor shortages, reducing environmental impact, digital transformation, and responsible tourism.
Financial limits: up to 75% project cost coverage.
Eligibility excludes state corporations, ministries, and government organizations.
Project timeline: must be completed within 9 months post-official announcement.