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Rail Transportation Infrastructure and Modal Integration Support Program – Part 2 – Modal Integration
Supports railway infrastructure upgrades and integration with other transport modes
Last Update: March 4, 2026
Funding available
$ 2,500,000
Timeline
- Open Date : August 1, 2023
- Closing date : March 31, 2026
Location
Quebec, Canada
Overview
The Rail Transportation Infrastructure and Modal Integration Support Program provides up to $4.5 million per project to maintain and enhance Quebec's rail infrastructure or up to $2.5 million per project for modal integration initiatives. The program supports major repairs, upgrades, and modal integration projects such as the construction, improvement, or equipment acquisition for rail and intermodal freight facilities.
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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 strategic partnerships
- Reduce environmental footprint
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 2,500,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Timeline
- Open Date : August 1, 2023
- Closing date : March 31, 2026
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Construction
- Manufacturing
- Wholesale trade
- Transportation and warehousing
Location
- Quebec
Legal structures
- Public or Parapublic institution
- For-profit business
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Rural or Northern Residents
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Construction, improvement or development of railway terminals, buildings, and areas dedicated to the grouping, storage, and transfer of goods for rail transportation.
- Construction or reconfiguration of a siding track to support freight operations.
- Construction or reconfiguration of a railway spur to serve shippers, industrial parks, transshipment centers, intermodal stations, or terminals.
- Acquisition and installation of fixed or mobile handling equipment necessary for the operation of a rail terminal or to facilitate transshipment activities related to rail transport.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Industrial companies legally established in Quebec
- Handling companies legally established in Quebec
- Shippers legally established in Quebec
- Transport companies legally established in Quebec
- Municipal organizations in Quebec
Who is not eligible
- Consulting firms and similar organizations.
- Companies or applicants listed in the Register of Enterprises Ineligible for Public Contracts (RENA), including their subcontractors.
- Applicants who have failed to meet obligations tied to a previous financial aid after formal notice from a Quebec ministry or agency.
- The Société du chemin de fer de la Gaspésie (regarding projects covered by a specific development and maintenance agreement).
Eligible expenses
- Purchase of materials required for the project.
- Acquisition and rental of equipment specific to the project.
- Transportation costs for materials, equipment, and machinery related to the project.
- Installation of equipment connected to the project.
- Insurance expenses directly related to project execution.
- Salaries, fees, and social charges for professionals, technical staff, consultants, and contractors directly involved in the project.
- Site preparation and land development expenses.
- Environmental and engineering studies required for the project.
- Preparation of plans and specifications.
- Professional fees and honoraria directly linked to the project.
- Site supervision during project implementation.
- Verification and evaluation costs associated with the project.
- Contingency allowance, up to a maximum of 15% of total project costs.
Eligible geographic areas
- Quebec
Additional information
- The beneficiary must adhere to the government’s visibility protocol for aid programs, including permitting public announcements of key project details and funding received.
- Compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, and standards in Quebec is required when conducting funded activities.
- Any assets acquired through financial assistance must not be sold, moved, or repurposed for five years after project completion, unless authorized.
- Progress reports detailing expenses, completed work, and updated timelines must be submitted annually for unfinished projects.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Rail Transportation Infrastructure and Modal Integration Support Program – Part 2 – Modal Integration Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Rail Transportation Infrastructure and Modal Integration Support Program – Part 2 – Modal Integration. 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 Rail Transportation Infrastructure and Modal Integration Support Program – Part 2 – Modal Integration?
The Rail Transportation Infrastructure and Modal Integration Support Program provides up to $4.5 million per project to maintain and enhance Quebec's rail infrastructure or up to $2.5 million per project for modal integration initiatives. The program supports major repairs, upgrades, and modal integration projects such as the construction, improvement, or equipment acquisition for rail and intermodal freight facilities.
How much funding can be received?
Rail Transportation Infrastructure and Modal Integration Support Program – Part 2 – Modal Integration Funds up to 50% of admissible expenses, capped at $2,500,000 per project.
What is the deadline to apply?
The application deadline for this grant program was March 31, 2026.
Who is eligible for the Rail Transportation Infrastructure and Modal Integration Support Program – Part 2 – Modal Integration program?
To be eligible for the Rail Transportation Infrastructure and Modal Integration Support Program – Part 2 – Modal Integration program, you must:
Legally constituted industrial companies, handling companies, shippers, or carriers in Quebec
Municipal organizations in Quebec
What expenses are eligible under Rail Transportation Infrastructure and Modal Integration Support Program – Part 2 – Modal Integration?
Construction, improvement or development of railway terminals, buildings, and areas dedicated to the grouping, storage, and transfer of goods for rail transportation.
Construction or reconfiguration of a siding track to support freight operations.
Construction or reconfiguration of a railway spur to serve shippers, industrial parks, transshipment centers, intermodal stations, or terminals.
Acquisition and installation of fixed or mobile handling equipment necessary for the operation of a rail terminal or to facilitate transshipment activities related to rail transport.
Who can I contact for more information about the Rail Transportation Infrastructure and Modal Integration Support Program – Part 2 – Modal Integration?
You can contact Minister of Transport and Sustainable Mobility of Quebec by email at PSITFIM@transports.gouv.qc.ca or by phone at 1-888-355-0511.
Where is the Rail Transportation Infrastructure and Modal Integration Support Program – Part 2 – Modal Integration available?
The Rail Transportation Infrastructure and Modal Integration Support Program – Part 2 – Modal Integration program is available the province of Quebec.