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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
This program supports innovative projects in Quebec’s tourism sector through strategic support and project funding. It provides up to 75% of eligible costs, with project funding available up to $90,000.
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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
- Increase operational productivity
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
- Letter of commitment
- Declaration of no conflict of interest
- Supplier quote
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
What is the MT Lab — Project Financing — Component 2?
This program supports innovative projects in Quebec’s tourism sector through strategic support and project funding. It provides up to 75% of eligible costs, with project funding available up to $90,000.
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
NEQ 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.