How much funding can be received?

Receive up to $500,000 in funding to cover up to 70% of expenses to support projects that reuse only beverage containers in Quebec, including the optimization, expansion or implementation of structured reuse networks.

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This grant supports projects geared towards recycling and reusing beverage containers in Quebec with specific financial assistance modalities aimed at enhancing local recycling efforts. The financial support varies based on the type of project undertaken.

Maximum financial assistance for conditioning activities: $1,000,000, covering 70% of eligible expenses, with a project completion timeframe of 18 months.
Maximum financial assistance for activities involving conditioning and recycling or recycling only: $2,000,000, covering 70% of eligible expenses, with a project completion timeframe of 18 months.
Maximum financial assistance for reuse activities: $500,000, covering 70% of eligible expenses, with a project completion timeframe of 18 months.

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This grant supports projects that promote the reuse, conditioning, and recycling of beverage containers in Québec. Eligible activities aim to enhance recycling infrastructure and improve material quality in line with market demands.

Optimization of existing recycling and reuse networks.
Expansion of structured reuse networks.
Development of new recycling installations.
Enhancement of capacity in existing processing facilities.
Improvement of material quality produced by existing facilities.

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$ 490,000

Expanding a beverage container reuse network

$ 455,000

Startup of a new beverage container processing facility

$ 497,000

Increasing processing capacity's beverage container reuse facility

$ 500,000

Establishing a new beverage container reuse facility

$ 450,000

Optimizing reuse network for beverage containers

$ 420,000

Improving material quality at the Ottawa beverage container facility

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The eligibility for this grant requires that the applicants meet specific criteria related to their legal status and operational presence in Quebec.

The applicant must be an enterprise or organization engaged in the reemploying, conditioning, or recycling of beverage containers.
The applicant must be legally constituted.
The applicant must have a place of business in Quebec.

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Any company or organization involved in or wishing to engage in the reuse, packaging, or recycling of beverage containers is eligible for this grant.

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The grant supports projects that enhance the reuse, processing, or recycling of beverage containers in Quebec. Eligible initiatives aim at optimizing and expanding networks, increasing capacity, and improving material quality.

Optimization and expansion of structured reuse networks.
Startup of new installations for processing or recycling.
Increasing the processing capacity of existing installations.
Improving the quality of materials produced by existing installations.

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This grant is specifically targeted at companies with operations within a specific region as determined by the funding body. The eligible geographical area has been clearly defined to align with the objectives of the program.

Enterprises must be located and legally constituted in Quebec, Canada.

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The evaluation and selection of projects under this grant are based on criteria that assess alignment with the program's objectives and feasibility of implementation.

The relevance of the project in relation to the objectives.
The adequacy between the issues and the solutions proposed.
The objectives targeted by the project and the likelihood of achieving them.
The demonstration of the viability of supplies and markets.
The expertise of the project team.
The quality of the project (timeline, identified risks, and proposed mitigation measures, maturity, etc.).
The justification and relevance of the project's costs.
The proposed methodology for monitoring and measuring objectives.
The financial viability of the applicant and the project.

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Here are the steps to submit an application for this grant:

Step 1: Verify Eligibility
- Ensure your project aligns with the eligible categories: optimization, expansion, new installations, increased processing capacity, or quality improvement of existing installations.
- Confirm your entity is a legally constituted business or organization located in Quebec.
Step 2: Review Program Framework
- Download and thoroughly read the normative framework document to understand all detailed requirements and conditions of the program.
Step 3: Prepare Required Documents
- Download and fill out the application form.
- Complete the financial calculator for project expenses.
Step 4: Obtain ICI on recycle + Certification
- Ensure your organization is certified under the ICI on recycle + recognition program.
- Visit the ICI on recycle + program page for enrollment details.
Step 5: Prepare Financial Resolution
- If investing your own funds in the project, use the provided model resolution document and fill it out accordingly.
Step 6: Submit Application
- Email all required documents to 2RCB@recyc-quebec.gouv.qc.ca.
- Papers, unless in exceptional circumstances, are not accepted, promoting a reduction at source principle.
Step 7: Confirmation and Initial Assessment
- Receive an acknowledgment email within 5 business days confirming receipt of your application.
- Await initial eligibility assessment results within 20 business days post-submission.
Step 8: Full Application Review
- Proceed to full project analysis if deemed initially eligible by RECYC-QUÉBEC.

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Here are additional relevant details for this grant:

All applicants must be certified through the ICI on recycle + program, which is a requirement for receiving the final payment of financial assistance.
The grant program operates on a first-come, first-served basis until funds are exhausted or until February 28, 2025, whichever comes first.
Acknowledgement of receipt will be provided within 5 business days of application submission.
Initial assessment of the project's eligibility will be communicated within 20 business days following submission.
Recipients can use a downloadable model resolution for capital investment from personal or organizational funds into the project.

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Recyc-Québec — Beverage Container Recycling — Stream 3

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Grant Summary:

This grant program aims to support projects in Quebec that focus on reusing, packaging, or recycling beverage containers. The program seeks to promote the local transformation of recyclable materials and uphold circular economy principles.

Description of the Grant Program:

The Programme de soutien au développement du réemploi et du recyclage des contenants de boissons au Québec provides financial assistance to businesses and organizations involved in reusing, packaging, or recycling beverage containers in Quebec. Eligible projects include optimization, expansion, or establishment of structured reuse networks, new facility startups, capacity enhancements in existing facilities, and quality improvements in existing facilities.

The grant is open to legal entities with a presence in Quebec. Projects will be evaluated based on relevance to objectives, problem-solution alignment, feasibility, supply chain viability, team expertise, project quality, cost justification, monitoring methodology, financial sustainability, and more. Funding amounts vary based on the type of project, with a maximum aid of $2,000,000 for certain activities within an 18-month completion timeline.

To apply, interested parties must review the eligibility criteria, complete the application form and calculator, and submit all required documents via email. The program is open until February 28, 2025, or while funds are available. Successful applicants must be certified through the ICI on recycle+ program for final grant disbursements.

For more information on this program and how to apply, visit the official grant page.