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RCM de la Mitis — Fonds « Développement La Mitis »
Funding for structured municipal and intermunicipal development projects
Last Update: March 3, 2026
Funding available
Varies by project
Timeline
- Open continuously
Location
Bas-Saint-Laurent, Quebec, Canada
Overview
The RCM de la Mitis “Développement La Mitis” fund redistributes wind-energy royalties to support structuring local and regional projects, through the PM 150 stream (municipal projects or projects led by organizations mandated by a municipality) and the Regional Fund stream (projects led by a group of municipalities or mandated organizations). The maximum funding amount is not specified in the available information.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase performance through digital transformation
- Increase social or community impact
- Improve governance or administrative structure
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Timeline
- Open continuously
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Public administration
Location
- Bas-Saint-Laurent
- Quebec
Legal structures
- Non-profit
- Public or Parapublic institution
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- All industries
Target groups
- All the groups
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- All dimensions
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Structuring projects in the La Mitis region led by a municipality or an organization formally mandated by a municipality (PM 150 stream).
- Structuring projects in the La Mitis region led by a group of municipalities or an organization formally mandated by a municipality (Regional Fund stream).
Documents Needed
- Project description
- Objectives targeted by the project
- Document explaining how the project aligns with the strategic planning guidelines 2017-2030
- Financial arrangement clearly detailing the contribution of each partner involved
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Municipalities.
- Legally constituted non-profit organizations (NPOs).
- Public administrations (municipal or supramunicipal level).
- Solidarity cooperatives.
Who is not eligible
- For-profit private enterprises (the fund targets municipalities, public administrations, non-profit organizations, and, for the regional component, solidarity cooperatives).
- Charitable projects/activities (not eligible for the "Regional Fund" component).
- Religious projects/activities (not eligible for the "Regional Fund" component).
- Locally focused projects (not eligible for the "Regional Fund" component).
- Organizations seeking funding for operating costs, debt service, upcoming loan repayments, or completed projects (not eligible for the "Regional Fund" component).
Eligible expenses
- Professional fees (consultants, experts).
- Salaries and social/security benefits for personnel assigned to the project.
- Costs directly related to the execution of the project.
- Investment expenses: land, buildings, equipment, machinery, rolling stock, incorporation costs (related to the project).
- Acquisition of technologies: software/applications, patents (related to the project).
- Administrative costs, up to 10% of the total project cost.
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Basic operating expenses of a municipality or its municipal services.
- Reduction of municipal taxes.
- Project of local scope.
- Activities of a charitable or religious nature.
- Expenses incurred before the official receipt of the aid request.
Eligible geographic areas
- MRC de La Mitis (Quebec).
Processing and Agreement
- Reception of the request by the MRC (projects received continuously).
- Analysis and recommendation by the administrative committee of the Council of Mayors (aspect "Regional Fund").
- Final decision of the Council of Mayors by resolution (ratifies the committee's recommendation).
- In case of acceptance, signing of a memorandum of understanding between the MRC and the promoter (payment conditions and obligations of the parties).
Additional information
- The fund is financed by royalties received from wind farms located in the MRC de La Mitis territory.
- The fund is governed by an Investment Policy (“Politique d’investissement – Développement La Mitis”), available as a PDF.
- The investment policy includes two components: “PM 150” and a “Regional Fund” stream.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the RCM de la Mitis — Fonds « Développement La Mitis » Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the RCM de la Mitis — Fonds « Développement La Mitis ». 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 RCM de la Mitis — Fonds « Développement La Mitis »?
The RCM de la Mitis “Développement La Mitis” fund redistributes wind-energy royalties to support structuring local and regional projects, through the PM 150 stream (municipal projects or projects led by organizations mandated by a municipality) and the Regional Fund stream (projects led by a group of municipalities or mandated organizations). The maximum funding amount is not specified in the available information.
Who is eligible for the RCM de la Mitis — Fonds « Développement La Mitis » program?
To be eligible for the RCM de la Mitis — Fonds « Développement La Mitis » program, you must:
Projects must be initiated by a municipality.
Or initiated by an organization duly mandated by a municipality.
Regional stream: initiated by a group of municipalities (or mandated organization).
What expenses are eligible under RCM de la Mitis — Fonds « Développement La Mitis »?
Structuring projects in the La Mitis region led by a municipality or an organization formally mandated by a municipality (PM 150 stream).
Structuring projects in the La Mitis region led by a group of municipalities or an organization formally mandated by a municipality (Regional Fund stream).
Who can I contact for more information about the RCM de la Mitis — Fonds « Développement La Mitis »?
You can contact La Mitis RCM (MRC) by email at mrcmitis@mitis.qc.ca or by phone at 4187758445.
Where is the RCM de la Mitis — Fonds « Développement La Mitis » available?
The RCM de la Mitis — Fonds « Développement La Mitis » program is available Bas-Saint-Laurent, Quebec.
Is the RCM de la Mitis — Fonds « Développement La Mitis » a grant, loan, or tax credit?
RCM de la Mitis — Fonds « Développement La Mitis » is a Grant and Funding
Who are the financial supporters of the RCM de la Mitis — Fonds « Développement La Mitis »?
RCM de la Mitis — Fonds « Développement La Mitis » is funded by La Mitis RCM (MRC)