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Last Update: March 4, 2026
Funding available
$ 90,000
Timeline
- Open Date : May 21, 2025
- Closing date : June 25, 2025
Location
Quebec, Canada
Overview
The program supports innovative projects in Quebec's tourism industry through two components: strategic support and project funding. It offers up to 75% of eligible costs, with a maximum of $90,000 for the project funding component.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase performance through digital transformation
- Develop an online presence
- Reduce environmental footprint
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 90,000 $
- Up to 75% of project cost
Timeline
- Open Date : May 21, 2025
- Closing date : June 25, 2025
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Accommodation and food services
Location
- Quebec
Legal structures
- Non-profit
- Sole proprietorship
- Public or Parapublic institution
- Non-financial cooperative
- Social economy enterprise
- For-profit business
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Startups
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Culture and Arts
- Sports
- Other Recreation and Social Clubs
- Economic, Social and Community Development
- Business Associations
Target groups
- Business owners / entrepreneurs
- Nonprofits / charities
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- Regional
- Provincial
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Innovation projects for tourism businesses and organizations.
- Projects integrating a new or customized product, service, process, or business model.
- Projects supporting digital transformation, productivity, labour shortages, or sustainable tourism.
Documents Needed
- Applicant form
- Presentation document for the selected component
- Letter of commitment from management or the board
- Declaration of no conflict of interest
- Quotes from the selected service provider
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Tourism businesses in Quebec
- Tourism organizations in Quebec
- Regional and sectoral tourism associations
Who is not eligible
- Crown corporations
- Government ministries
- Government organizations of Quebec or Canada
- Applicants with conflicts of interest linked to MT Lab staff or board members
Eligible expenses
- Consulting fees for strategic support.
- Project costs directly related to implementing the innovative tourism project.
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Market and feasibility studies.
- Marketing, communication, and promotional campaigns, except project promotion costs.
- Internal salaries, management, and administrative costs.
- Insurance and delivery fees.
- Expenses incurred before the agreement is signed with MT Lab.
Eligible geographic areas
- Quebec
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are checked for eligibility before review.
- Eligible files are assessed by an independent selection jury.
- Results are sent by email.
- Selected applicants sign an agreement with MT Lab before funding is paid.
Additional information
- Applicants can submit more than one project but can only be selected once per call for proposals.
- Individual and collective projects are allowed, with collective applications requiring commitment letters from all stakeholders.
- No personalized feedback regarding application quality will be given to candidates.
- Laureates must sign an agreement with MT Lab prior to the disbursement of financial aid.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the MT Lab — Project Financing — Component 2 Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the MT Lab — Project Financing — Component 2. 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 MT Lab — Project Financing — Component 2?
The program supports innovative projects in Quebec's tourism industry through two components: strategic support and project funding. It offers up to 75% of eligible costs, with a maximum of $90,000 for the project funding component.
How much funding can be received?
MT Lab — Project Financing — Component 2 Funds up to 75% of admissible expenses, capped at $90,000 per project.
What is the deadline to apply?
The application deadline for this grant program was June 25, 2025.
Who is eligible for the MT Lab — Project Financing — Component 2 program?
To be eligible for the MT Lab — Project Financing — Component 2 program, you must:
Quebec tourism business or organization
In operation for over one year
Quebec business number and French website
What expenses are eligible under MT Lab — Project Financing — Component 2?
Innovation projects for tourism businesses and organizations.
Projects integrating a new or customized product, service, process, or business model.
Projects supporting digital transformation, productivity, labour shortages, or sustainable tourism.
Who can I contact for more information about the MT Lab — Project Financing — Component 2?
You can contact MT Lab by email at clement@mtlab.ca or by phone at 418.558.9568.
Where is the MT Lab — Project Financing — Component 2 available?
The MT Lab — Project Financing — Component 2 program is available the province of Quebec.