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Quebec Fisheries Fund
Funding for Quebec fisheries innovation and development
Last Update: May 6, 2026
Funding available
$ 2,500,000
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Mauricie, Côte-Nord, Gaspésie–Îles-de-la-Madeleine, Quebec, Canada
Overview
This program supports innovation, infrastructure, and scientific partnerships in Quebec’s fisheries and seafood sector. Maximum funding is $2.5 million per project for innovation and infrastructure, and $1 million per project for scientific partnerships.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Increase production or service capacity
- Implement environmental initiatives
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 2,500,000 $
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Manufacturing
- Wholesale trade
- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Educational services
Location
- Mauricie, Côte-Nord, Gaspésie–Îles-de-la-Madeleine
- Quebec
Legal structures
- All legal structures
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Indigenous Peoples
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Research and development for innovations in the fisheries and seafood sector.
- Pilot projects and testing of new solutions.
- Commercialization activities for innovations.
- Technology adoption, adaptation, and related training to improve sector efficiency and sustainability.
- Scientific research and partnerships on ecosystem impacts and sustainable fishing technologies.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Commercial fisheries businesses.
- Aquaculture businesses.
- Seafood processing businesses.
- Industry associations and other non-profit organizations.
- Research and post-secondary institutions.
Eligible expenses
- Project costs related to research and development, pilot projects, and testing of innovations.
- Costs for adapting or adopting new technologies, processes, or equipment.
- Training associated with new technologies, processes, or equipment.
Eligible geographic areas
- Quebec
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed based on available program funds.
- Project assessment is carried out by the Secretariat of the Quebec Fisheries Fund.
- Funding is not guaranteed and depends on the evaluation of the project.
- A contribution agreement is required before support is paid.
Additional information
- Application processing is currently suspended unless new funds become available.
- Pre-submission support is available through MAPAQ regional offices.
- A contribution agreement is required before funding can be received.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Quebec Fisheries Fund Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Quebec Fisheries Fund. 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 Quebec Fisheries Fund?
This program supports innovation, infrastructure, and scientific partnerships in Quebec’s fisheries and seafood sector. Maximum funding is $2.5 million per project for innovation and infrastructure, and $1 million per project for scientific partnerships.
How much funding can be received?
Quebec Fisheries Fund Funds up to $2,500,000 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Quebec Fisheries Fund program?
To be eligible for the Quebec Fisheries Fund program, you must:
Established in Quebec.
Legal capacity to sign a contribution agreement.
Project linked to fisheries or aquaculture.
What expenses are eligible under Quebec Fisheries Fund?
Research and development for innovations in the fisheries and seafood sector.
Pilot projects and testing of new solutions.
Commercialization activities for innovations.
Technology adoption, adaptation, and related training to improve sector efficiency and sustainability.
Scientific research and partnerships on ecosystem impacts and sustainable fishing technologies.
Who can I contact for more information about the Quebec Fisheries Fund?
You can contact Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food (MAPAQ) by email at FondsPechesQuebec@mapaq.gouv.qc.ca or by phone at 819 371-3971.
Where is the Quebec Fisheries Fund available?
The Quebec Fisheries Fund program is available Mauricie, Côte-Nord, Gaspésie–Îles-de-la-Madeleine, Quebec.
Is the Quebec Fisheries Fund a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Quebec Fisheries Fund is a Grant and Funding