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MRC Caniapiscau — Signature innovation

Funding for innovative local development projects
MRC de Caniapiscau
Last Update: April 9, 2026
Funding available
No Condition
Timeline
  • Closing date : December 31, 2025
Location
Fermont, Nord-du-Québec, Quebec, Canada

Overview

The program provides up to $1,123,344 to support the MRC of Caniapiscau’s Signature innovation strategy. It funds time-limited projects that improve quality of life, community life, culture, and access through technology.
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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
  • Develop a new program or service
Eligible Funding
  • No Condition
Timeline
  • Closing date : December 31, 2025

Eligible candidates

Eligible Industries
  • Arts, entertainment and recreation
Location
  • Caniapiscau
  • Fermont
  • Nord-du-Québec
  • Quebec
Legal structures
  • Non-profit
  • Public or Parapublic institution
  • For-profit business
  • Social economy enterprise
  • Non-financial cooperative
Annual revenue
  • All revenue ranges
Organisation size
  • All organization sizes
Audience
  • Indigenous Peoples
  • Rural or Northern Residents
  • Youth (<40)
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
  • Sports
  • Other Recreation and Social Clubs
  • Other Education
  • Economic, Social and Community Development
  • Employment and Training
  • Diversity and Inclusion
Target groups
  • General public
  • Indigenous peoples
  • Rural / Remote communities
  • Business owners / entrepreneurs
  • Nonprofits / charities
  • Community leaders
Revenue structures
  • All structures
Scope
  • Regional

Next steps

1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility

Activities funded

  • Innovative local projects that match the MRC’s Signature innovation plan
  • Initiatives to improve quality of life and community services
  • Projects that strengthen local identity and belonging
  • Actions that improve access through technology, culture, or local amenities

Documents Needed

  • Application form for financial assistance
  • Documents listed on the application form
  • Project cost and financing details

Eligibility

Who is eligible?

  • Non-profit organizations
  • Cooperatives excluding financial cooperatives
  • Municipal organizations
  • Indigenous communities
  • Private businesses and social economy enterprises excluding financial sector businesses
  • Education network organizations
  • Legal entities planning to start a business

Who is not eligible

  • Financial sector cooperatives and private-sector financial businesses
  • Organizations listed in the Register of Enterprises Ineligible for Public Contracts
  • Applicants involved in a dispute with the Government of Quebec
  • Applicants not meeting obligations under laws, regulations, or agreements administered by the Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing

Eligible expenses

  • Direct project costs, including salaries, professional fees, equipment, materials, communication tools, real estate and vehicles
  • MRC direct costs linked to consultation, planning and implementation
  • Project administration and management costs, up to 10%

Ineligible Costs and Activities

  • Operating deficits, loan repayments, and working capital top-ups
  • Expenses incurred before the agreement is signed
  • Expenses already paid by the Government of Quebec for the same project
  • Projects already completed
  • Expenses not directly related to the project
  • Loans, loan guarantees, and equity investments
  • Refundable portion of taxes

Eligible geographic areas

  • MRC of Caniapiscau
  • Fermont
  • Schefferville
  • Matimekush-Lac John
  • Kawawachikamach

Processing and Agreement

  • Applications are reviewed by the steering committee.
  • The committee makes a recommendation to the MRC council.
  • The council approves projects by resolution.
  • Applicants receive a decision letter and an agreement to sign.
  • The MRC and the promoter sign the agreement before funding is released.

Additional information

  • Applications can be submitted at any time until December 31, 2025, or until funds are exhausted.
  • Projects are reviewed by a steering committee before being submitted to the MRC council for approval.
  • The agreement is signed by the MRC’s general manager and the promoter.
  • A follow-up report is required annually and/or at the end of the project.

Contacts

signature.innovation@caniapiscau.ca
(418) 287-5339

Frequently Asked Questions about the MRC Caniapiscau — Signature innovation Program

Here are answers to the most common questions about the MRC Caniapiscau — Signature innovation. 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 MRC Caniapiscau — Signature innovation?

The program provides up to $1,123,344 to support the MRC of Caniapiscau’s Signature innovation strategy. It funds time-limited projects that improve quality of life, community life, culture, and access through technology.

Who is eligible for the MRC Caniapiscau — Signature innovation program?

To be eligible for the MRC Caniapiscau — Signature innovation program, you must: Project must fit the MRC framework Initiative must be time-limited Applicant must be an eligible organization

What expenses are eligible under MRC Caniapiscau — Signature innovation?

Innovative local projects that match the MRC’s Signature innovation plan Initiatives to improve quality of life and community services Projects that strengthen local identity and belonging Actions that improve access through technology, culture, or local amenities

Who can I contact for more information about the MRC Caniapiscau — Signature innovation?

You can contact MRC de Caniapiscau by email at signature.innovation@caniapiscau.ca or by phone at (418) 287-5339.

Where is the MRC Caniapiscau — Signature innovation available?

The MRC Caniapiscau — Signature innovation program is available Nord-du-Québec, Quebec.

Is the MRC Caniapiscau — Signature innovation a grant, loan, or tax credit?

MRC Caniapiscau — Signature innovation is a Partnering and Collaboration

Who are the financial supporters of the MRC Caniapiscau — Signature innovation?

MRC Caniapiscau — Signature innovation is funded by MRC de Caniapiscau

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