Regions and Rurality Fund (RRF) - Component 4
Last Update: January 24, 2025
QC, Canada
Local revitalization financial aid program in Quebec
Regions and Rurality Fund (RRF) - Component 4 at a glance
Eligible Funding
- Max. $50,000
- Up to 90% of project cost
Timeline
- Open Date : May 1, 2024
- Closing date : September 27, 2024
Financing Type
Grant and Funding
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Other services (except public administration)
- Public administration
Grant Providers
- Gouvernement du Québec
Status
Closed
Overview of the Regions and Rurality Fund (RRF) - Component 4 program
The grant program provides financial assistance of up to $50,000 to support revitalization projects in Quebec's economically weaker regions. Eligible activities include one-time, non-recurring initiatives that contribute to improving demographic and economic indicators, and are unable to secure complete funding from other sources.
Financing terms and conditions
The funding modalities for the Regions and Rurality Fund (RRF) are structured to ensure comprehensive support for eligible projects, focusing on necessary financial conditions for effective project execution. These modalities are designed to maintain a high level of accountability and efficient use of resources.
- The aid can cover up to 90% of eligible expenses, varying according to the quintile of the municipality where the project takes place.
- A maximum of $50,000 per project is set, with no possibility of increase once granted.
- The accumulated governmental support must not exceed 90% of eligible expenses, necessitating a minimum 10% contribution from the project promoter or community.
- Funding can be awarded for a duration of up to three years, depending on the project's acceptance date and requirements.
- All financial arrangements are governed by a formal agreement between the recipient organization and the minister, detailing the conditions of funding and obligations.
- For construction projects, compliance with the Law on Public Bodies Contracts is mandatory unless only one supplier is available or an urgent situation demands immediate action.
Eligible projects & activities
This grant supports projects designed to revitalize eligible territories by addressing financial gaps and enhancing community vitality. Eligible activities focus on economic, social, cultural, and touristic improvements that are short-term and significant in impact.
- Community development projects enhancing local infrastructure and facilities.
- Initiatives that contribute directly to the economic or social revitalization of a region.
- Cultural or touristic projects that promote local engagement and attractiveness.
- Projects with tangible benefits to the local demographic and economic indicators.
- One-time initiatives that secure substantial local municipal support and collaboration.
Examples of admissible projects:
$ 50,000
Implementing a cultural festival in Trois-Rivières to boost local tourism and community engagement.
$ 49,500
Establishing a community-driven public library to enhance educational resources in an underserved area of Sherbrooke.
Eligibility criteria of the Regions and Rurality Fund (RRF) - Component 4 program
Eligible organizations for this grant must meet certain criteria to apply.
- Eligible applicants include local municipalities, intermunicipal boards, Indigenous communities, and the Eeyou Istchee Baie-James Regional Government.
- Social economy enterprises and cooperatives, excluding those in the financial sector, may apply.
- Non-profit organizations are eligible to apply.
- Organizations within the education network can apply for the grant.
- All eligible organizations must be based in Quebec and conduct their activities there.
Who is eligible?
Eligible organizations for applying to this grant include specific types of entities operating in Québec, with certain restrictions on private enterprises.
- Local municipalities, intermunicipal boards, Indigenous communities, and the Cree Nation Government of Eeyou Istchee Baie-James.
- Social economy enterprises and cooperatives, excluding those in the financial sector.
- Non-profit organizations.
- Organizations within the education network.
Who is not eligible
The grant Aide financière pour des projets locaux de vitalisation excludes certain companies and organizations based on their status and involvement in specific activities. These restrictions are put in place to ensure the proper allocation of funds to suitable entities.
- Private companies are not eligible for this grant.
- Organizations registered in the Registre des entreprises non admissibles aux contrats publics (Register of Ineligible Businesses for Public Contracts).
- Entities involved in litigation with the Government of Québec may also be ineligible.
- Organizations that fail to meet obligations imposed by law or agreements administered by the minister.
Eligible expenses
The grant is designed to support specific, non-recurring initiatives aimed at enhancing the vitality of local territories, particularly those with economic challenges. Eligible projects must demonstrate a significant contribution to the targeted area's revitalization and align with necessary financial support criteria.
- Projects that are punctual, unique, and do not encompass ongoing operational costs.
- Initiatives that directly contribute to the revitalization of the eligible territory, enhancing its demographic or economic indicators.
- Projects carried out in eligible territories, with support from local municipal councils.
Eligible geographic areas
This grant is available to projects conducted in specific geographical areas within the province of Québec. Eligible zones are determined by the economic vitality quintiles of the municipalities.
- Local municipalities in quintiles 3, 4, or 5 not covered by an MRC revitalization agreement.
- Local municipalities in the Nord-du-Québec region within quintiles 1 and 2.
Eligibility criteria of the Regions and Rurality Fund (RRF) - Component 4 program
The evaluation and selection of projects for this grant are based on specific criteria to ensure that they contribute effectively to community revitalization.
- Improvement in the quality of life through the development of services and facilities for the population.
- Structural impact on economic, social, tourism, or cultural aspects.
- Innovative and pilot project nature that could pave the way for similar projects in other areas.
- Quality of the financial plan: realistic anticipated costs, contributions from involved partners, and applicable government programs, confirmed contributions.
- Quality of the project implementation plan: clear links between stages, activities, resources, and targets.
- Economic Vitality Index (IVE) of the project location.
How to apply to the Regions and Rurality Fund (RRF) - Component 4 program
1
Discover the selection criteria
- Consult page 9 of the guide to understand the project selection criteria.
- Check if your project meets the requirements described in the document.
2
Preparation of documents
- Prepare a clear project description meeting the selection criteria.
- Include the project location, address, and contact details of the project manager.
- Develop a financial plan detailing the expected costs and funding sources.
- Provide evidence of the steps taken to secure additional funding.
- Attach proof of the organization's capacity to carry out the project.
- Establish a realistic timeline for the project.
- Provide a resolution from the organization approving the project and authorizing a representative to sign.
- Include a letter of support from the local municipality where the project takes place.
3
Submission of the request
- Fill out the application form "Financial aid for local revitalization projects".
- Gather all required supporting documents.
- Submit the application with all documents to the regional management of the Ministry.
4
Submission before the deadline
Make sure that the application is submitted before the deadlines: April 19, 2024, or September 27, 2024.
Additional information
This grant aims to support revitalization projects in Municipal regions in Quebec with low economic vitality by providing financial assistance to fill funding gaps after available sources have been solicited. Eligible projects should contribute to stabilizing or improving demographic and economic indicators, and grants can cover up to 90% of eligible expenses up to a maximum of $50,000.
- The grant is part of the Fonds régions et ruralité, funded by the Quebec government through a partnership with municipal regions.
- Eligible applicants include local municipalities, inter-municipal boards, indigenous communities, and certain nonprofit organizations.
- Projects ineligible for funding include those contrary to government policies, creating competition in services, or already covered by approved budgetary rules.
- Projects can be funded for a maximum period of three years, and financial aid can be received for up to three projects per organization during the program.
- The process involves a preliminary analysis, project evaluation based on set criteria, and a decision phase, with set deadlines for application submissions in 2024.
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