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Quebec Fisheries Fund — Science partnerships
Funding for Quebec fish and seafood innovation
Last Update: April 9, 2026
Funding available
$ 1,000,000
Timeline
- Open Date : December 7, 2020
- Closing date : March 31, 2024
Location
Quebec, Canada
Overview
This program provides up to CAD 2.5 million per project for innovation and infrastructure, and up to CAD 1 million per project for science partnerships. It supports projects that strengthen Quebec’s fish and seafood sector through innovation, infrastructure upgrades, and science partnerships.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Develop a new product or service
- Increase operational productivity
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 1,000,000 $
- Up to 70% of project cost
Timeline
- Open Date : December 7, 2020
- Closing date : March 31, 2024
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Manufacturing
- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Educational services
Location
- Quebec
Legal structures
- Non-profit
- Public or Parapublic institution
- For-profit business
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- 499 employees maximum
Audience
- Indigenous Peoples
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Higher Education
- Research
- Economic, Social and Community Development
- Business Associations
Target groups
- Indigenous peoples
- Business owners / entrepreneurs
- Academia / students
Revenue structures
- Fee-for-service model
Scope
- Provincial
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Innovation projects that develop new products or technologies
- Pilot projects and testing of new innovations
- Infrastructure projects adopting new technologies, processes, or equipment
- Science partnerships on ecosystem change and sustainable harvesting technologies
Documents Needed
- Completed application form
- Appropriate proposal template
- Supporting documents
- Supplier quotes for major costs
- Financial statements and legal proof of existence
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Commercial enterprises in fish and seafood
- Industry associations and non-profit organizations
- Research and innovation institutions
- Academics and post-secondary institutions
- Indigenous organizations or groups that are not commercial enterprises
Eligible expenses
- Salaries, employee benefits, and other labour costs
- Professional, technical, and contractual services
- Materials, supplies, equipment rental or purchase
- Training, travel, meetings, conferences, and publications
- Construction, maintenance, permits, communications, and administrative costs
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Construction of a vessel
- Construction of a building
- Plant expansion, unless expressly agreed in writing
- Costs not directly related to the project
Eligible geographic areas
- Quebec
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed for eligibility and program fit.
- Projects are assessed against program objectives, quality, feasibility, and sector benefits.
- Applicants may be contacted to develop a contribution agreement if approved.
- Funding is not guaranteed and depends on available budget.
Additional information
- Applications are accepted throughout the fiscal year.
- New projects can only be processed if funding becomes available.
- Applicants receive an acknowledgment of receipt within 5 business days.
Documents and links
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Quebec Fisheries Fund — Science partnerships Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Quebec Fisheries Fund — Science partnerships. 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 — Science partnerships?
This program provides up to CAD 2.5 million per project for innovation and infrastructure, and up to CAD 1 million per project for science partnerships. It supports projects that strengthen Quebec’s fish and seafood sector through innovation, infrastructure upgrades, and science partnerships.
How much funding can be received?
Quebec Fisheries Fund — Science partnerships Funds up to 70% of admissible expenses, capped at $1,000,000 per project.
What is the deadline to apply?
The application deadline for this grant program was March 31, 2024.
Who is eligible for the Quebec Fisheries Fund — Science partnerships program?
To be eligible for the Quebec Fisheries Fund — Science partnerships program, you must:
Established in Quebec
Legal capacity to contract
Active in fish and seafood sector
What expenses are eligible under Quebec Fisheries Fund — Science partnerships?
Innovation projects that develop new products or technologies
Pilot projects and testing of new innovations
Infrastructure projects adopting new technologies, processes, or equipment
Science partnerships on ecosystem change and sustainable harvesting technologies
Who can I contact for more information about the Quebec Fisheries Fund — Science partnerships?
You can contact Fisheries and Oceans Canada (DFO) by email at DFO.QueQFF-FPQQue.MPO@dfo-mpo.gc.ca or by phone at none.
Where is the Quebec Fisheries Fund — Science partnerships available?
The Quebec Fisheries Fund — Science partnerships program is available the province of Quebec.