Recyc-Québec — Beverage Container Recycling — Stream 1
QC, Canada
Funding for projects to manage used beverage containers
grant_single_labels|summary
grant_single|eligibleFinancing
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- grant_single|projectCostPercent
grant_single|deadlines
- grant_single|openingDateOctober 20, 2021
- grant_single|closingDateFebruary 28, 2025
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Grant and Funding
grant_single|eligibleIndustries
- Manufacturing
- Administrative and support, waste management and remediation services
grant_single|grantors
- Gouvernement du Québec
- Recyc-Québec
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grant_card_status|open
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Receive up to $1 million funding to cover up to 70% of expenses to support beverage container packaging projects in Quebec, including optimization, expansion or implementation of structured reuse
grant_single_labels|terms_and_conditions
This grant provides significant financial support for activities related to the recycling, reconditioning, or reuse of beverage containers in Quebec. The funding available is structured according to the type of project to ensure maximum impact.
- For activities focused on conditioning, a maximum of $1,000,000 can be granted, covering up to 70% of eligible expenses with a completion timeframe of 18 months.
- Projects involving both conditioning and recycling, or recycling alone, can receive up to $2,000,000, also covering 70% of eligible costs within an 18-month period.
- Reuse activity projects are eligible for a maximum financial aid of $500,000, adhering to the same 70% eligibility percentage and 18-month duration.
grant_single_labels|projects
The Recyc-Québec Beverage Container Recycling program aims to financially support projects that enhance the reuse, conditioning, and recycling of beverage containers in Quebec. Projects eligible for this grant focus on structuring networks for reuse and expanding recycling capacities.
- Optimization, expansion, and implementation of structured reuse networks for beverage containers.
- Launching new installations for the recycling of beverage containers.
- Increasing capacity in current facilities to process more beverage containers.
- Enhancing quality of materials produced by existing recycling installations to meet market needs.
grant_single|admissibleProjectsExample
$ 210,000
Optimization of the existing re-use network
$ 385,000
Implementation of a structured re-use network
$ 525,000
Enhancing material quality at a Toronto recycling facility
$ 420,000
Expansion of an existing bottle processing facility
$ 630,000
Start-up of a new beverage container facility
grant_single_labels|admissibility
Eligibility for this grant requires applicants to meet specific organizational and operational criteria.
- The applicant must be a legally constituted business or organization.
- The applicant must have a place of business in Quebec.
- The applicant must either currently engage in or intend to engage in the reuse, conditioning, or recycling of beverage containers.
- The applicant must be attested in the ICI on recycle + program.
grant_eligibility_criteria|who_can_apply
Any business or organization that conducts or wishes to conduct the reuse, conditioning, or recycling of beverage containers is eligible.Applicants must be legally incorporated and have a place of business in Quebec.
grant_eligibility_criteria|eligible_expenses
This grant focuses on the reuse, conditioning, and recycling of beverage containers in Quebec. The eligible activities aim to improve systems and infrastructure for the circular economy.
- Optimization of existing reuse networks.
- Expansion of structured reuse networks for beverage containers.
- Establishment of new installations for the conditioning or recycling of beverage containers.
- Increasing the capacity of existing facilities to handle more recycled materials.
- Improvement of the quality of materials produced by existing recycling facilities.
grant_eligibility_criteria|zone
The eligible geographical area for companies applying for this grant is specified as the province of Quebec. Companies must have a place of business within this region to qualify for the grant.
- Province of Quebec, Canada
grant_single_labels|register
Here are the steps to submit an application for this grant:
- Step 1: Ensure Eligibility
- Consult the program framework to make sure your project is eligible.
- Step 2: Complete Application Documents
- Download and fill out the application form.
- Complete the financial calculator.
- Step 3: Submit Application
- Email all required documents to 2RCB@recyc-quebec.gouv.qc.ca.
- Step 4: Acknowledgement of Receipt
- Receive an acknowledgment of receipt within 5 business days.
- Step 5: Initial Review
- The project will be initially reviewed to determine admissibility within 20 business days.
grant_single_labels|otherInfo
Here are additional relevant details for this grant:
- Applicants must be certified under the "ICI on recycle +" program, which is a requirement to receive the final financial assistance disbursement.
- The program extends until February 28, 2025, or until available funds are fully allocated.
- Electronic submissions are required, except under specific circumstances where paper submission might be allowed.
- An acknowledgment of receipt of the project proposal will be sent within 5 working days of submission.
- Following initial review, applicants will be notified of their project's eligibility status within 20 working days.
- A model resolution document is available for download if an applicant is investing personal funds into the project.
