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Regional Partnership and Digital Transformation Agreement in Tourism – Gaspésie (EPRTNT) 2025–2027
Funding for tourism development and digital transformation
Last Update: May 6, 2026
Funding available
$ 200,000
Timeline
- Closing date : May 27, 2026
Location
Gaspésie–Îles-de-la-Madeleine, Quebec, Canada
Overview
This program offers non-repayable funding to support tourism projects in Gaspésie. It backs structured, sustainable, and digital initiatives such as tourism facilities, regional offer structuring, hospitality, studies and consulting, festivals and events, and business digital development.
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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
- Increase social or community impact
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 200,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Timeline
- Closing date : May 27, 2026
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Accommodation and food services
Location
- Gaspésie–Îles-de-la-Madeleine
- Quebec
Legal structures
- All legal structures
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Indigenous Peoples
- Rural or Northern Residents
- Canadians
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
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Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Tourism infrastructure, attractions, activities, and service development
- Regional tourism structuring projects, including routes and circuits
- Hospitality projects that improve accommodation supply or quality
- Festivals and tourism events
- Consulting, studies, and digital transformation projects for tourism businesses
Documents Needed
- Completed and signed application form in Excel format
- Project plan or business plan
- Recent financial statements
- Forecast financial statements
- Board resolution and financial partner confirmations, if available
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Tourism businesses
- Non-profit organizations
- For-profit organizations
- Cooperatives
- Municipal entities and Indigenous communities or businesses
Who is not eligible
- State-owned corporations
- Provincial and federal ministries and agencies
- Applicants listed in the Register of enterprises ineligible for public contracts
- Businesses not compliant with Quebec francization requirements
Eligible expenses
- Professional fees for studies, consulting, design, engineering, and project support
- Equipment, technology, software, and installation costs directly needed for the project
- Construction, expansion, renovation, and other project delivery costs
- Project-related salaries, travel, and general expenses when specifically tied to the project
- Net taxes and certain eligible development or implementation costs
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Projects already completed or underway at the time of application
- Operating costs, debt service, losses, routine maintenance, and financing fees
- Marketing, advertising, legal fees, and cost overruns
- Acquisition of businesses, land, buildings, or non-tourism motor vehicles in several categories
- Projects in restricted sectors such as gambling, retail, restaurants, or alcohol sales
Eligible geographic areas
- Gaspésie
- Quebec
Processing and Agreement
- The application is reviewed after submission and incomplete files are held until all required documents are received.
- Applicants may need a prior eligibility meeting before filing.
- If the project is selected, a funding agreement must be signed with the regional tourism association.
- Some projects may require public tender procedures or additional government approvals before implementation.
Additional information
- A funding agreement must be signed if the project is selected.
- Applications are reviewed continuously until funds are exhausted.
- Incomplete applications are processed only once all required documents are received.
- Some projects may be subject to public tender and cultural policy requirements.
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Frequently Asked Questions about the Regional Partnership and Digital Transformation Agreement in Tourism – Gaspésie (EPRTNT) 2025–2027 Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Regional Partnership and Digital Transformation Agreement in Tourism – Gaspésie (EPRTNT) 2025–2027. 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 Regional Partnership and Digital Transformation Agreement in Tourism – Gaspésie (EPRTNT) 2025–2027?
This program offers non-repayable funding to support tourism projects in Gaspésie. It backs structured, sustainable, and digital initiatives such as tourism facilities, regional offer structuring, hospitality, studies and consulting, festivals and events, and business digital development.
How much funding can be received?
Regional Partnership and Digital Transformation Agreement in Tourism – Gaspésie (EPRTNT) 2025–2027 Funds up to 50% of admissible expenses, capped at $200,000 per project.
Who is eligible for the Regional Partnership and Digital Transformation Agreement in Tourism – Gaspésie (EPRTNT) 2025–2027 program?
To be eligible for the Regional Partnership and Digital Transformation Agreement in Tourism – Gaspésie (EPRTNT) 2025–2027 program, you must:
Legally constituted and active in Quebec
Tourism project aligned with program goals
Must meet sector-specific compliance rules
What expenses are eligible under Regional Partnership and Digital Transformation Agreement in Tourism – Gaspésie (EPRTNT) 2025–2027?
Tourism infrastructure, attractions, activities, and service development
Regional tourism structuring projects, including routes and circuits
Hospitality projects that improve accommodation supply or quality
Festivals and tourism events
Consulting, studies, and digital transformation projects for tourism businesses
Who can I contact for more information about the Regional Partnership and Digital Transformation Agreement in Tourism – Gaspésie (EPRTNT) 2025–2027?
You can contact Gaspésie Tourism by email at sgauvin@tourisme-gaspesie.com or by phone at 418 775-2223 poste 225.
Where is the Regional Partnership and Digital Transformation Agreement in Tourism – Gaspésie (EPRTNT) 2025–2027 available?
The Regional Partnership and Digital Transformation Agreement in Tourism – Gaspésie (EPRTNT) 2025–2027 program is available Gaspésie–Îles-de-la-Madeleine, Quebec.
Is the Regional Partnership and Digital Transformation Agreement in Tourism – Gaspésie (EPRTNT) 2025–2027 a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Regional Partnership and Digital Transformation Agreement in Tourism – Gaspésie (EPRTNT) 2025–2027 is a Partnering and Collaboration