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Social and Community Initiatives Support Program (SCISP) – Community Action and Volunteerism Component - Quebec - Canada
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Social and Community Initiatives Support Program (SCISP) – Community Action and Volunteerism Component

Supports community organizations in research, evaluation, and training
Gouvernment of Québec
Last Update: March 4, 2026
Funding available
$ 75,000
Timeline
  • Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Quebec, Canada

Overview

The Social and Community Initiatives Support Program (SCISP) – Community Action and Volunteerism Component provides up to $75,000 per project, per year, covering up to 90% of eligible expenses. This government funding aims to support non-profit organizations in conducting research, evaluation, training, or knowledge dissemination activities related to community action and volunteerism.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.

At a glance

Funding available

Financing goals
  • Increase social or community impact
  • Improve governance or administrative structure
  • Conduct research and development activities
Eligible Funding
  • Maximum amount : 75,000 $
  • Up to 90% of project cost
Timeline
  • Receipt of requests is now closed

Eligible candidates

Eligible Industries
  • Educational services
  • Health care and social assistance
  • Other services (except public administration)
  • Public administration
Location
  • Quebec
Legal structures
  • Financial cooperative
  • Non-profit
  • Public or Parapublic institution
Annual revenue
  • All revenue ranges
Organisation size
  • All organization sizes
Audience
  • Canadians
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
  • Research
  • Social Services
  • Economic, Social and Community Development
  • Employment and Training
  • Civic and Advocacy Organizations
  • Other Philanthropic Intermediaries and Voluntarism Promotion
  • Diversity and Inclusion
Target groups
  • General public
  • Nonprofits / charities
  • Community leaders
  • Low-income individuals / families
Revenue structures
  • All structures
Scope
  • Local
  • Regional
  • Provincial
  • National
  • International

Next steps

1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility

Activities funded

  • Research projects related to community action and volunteerism.
  • Evaluation of interventions or practices in the field of community action and volunteerism.
  • Training initiatives aimed at improving knowledge and methods in community engagement and volunteer activities.
  • Dissemination of knowledge and best practices in community action and volunteerism.

Eligibility

Who is eligible?

  • Legally constituted non-profit organizations (NPOs)
  • Non-profit organizations active within the community
  • Non-profit organizations with an autonomous community action mission
  • Non-profit organizations directed by an independent board of directors (not from the public sector)
  • Family economy cooperative associations (ACEF) assimilated to community action

Who is not eligible

  • Organizations incorporated for less than 12 months.
  • Entities with missions or activities that are political, religious, union-related, or professional in nature, as well as foundations mainly focused on fundraising and redistribution of funds.
  • Organizations listed in the Register of Enterprises Ineligible for Public Contracts (RENA).
  • Organizations that, within the past two years, have failed to meet their obligations following previous financial support from the Ministry after being formally notified.

Eligible expenses

  • Necessary expenses directly related to the implementation of approved projects.
  • Costs associated with the publication and dissemination of research and evaluation project results.
  • Salaries for human resources directly involved in carrying out approved projects, provided they align with the organization's usual pay standards for similar roles.

Eligible geographic areas

  • Quebec

Additional information

  • The program supports one-time projects only and does not fund an organization's core mission or regular activities.
  • Subsidized projects must not be already completed before the grant decision is rendered.
  • Organizations receiving funding are required to enter into a formal grant agreement with the Ministry.
  • Decisions on grant approval are final and cannot be appealed through a formal review process.

Contacts

sacais.psisc@mess.gouv.qc.ca

Frequently Asked Questions about the Social and Community Initiatives Support Program (SCISP) – Community Action and Volunteerism Component Program

Here are answers to the most common questions about the Social and Community Initiatives Support Program (SCISP) – Community Action and Volunteerism Component. 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 Social and Community Initiatives Support Program (SCISP) – Community Action and Volunteerism Component?

The Social and Community Initiatives Support Program (SCISP) – Community Action and Volunteerism Component provides up to $75,000 per project, per year, covering up to 90% of eligible expenses. This government funding aims to support non-profit organizations in conducting research, evaluation, training, or knowledge dissemination activities related to community action and volunteerism.

How much funding can be received?

Social and Community Initiatives Support Program (SCISP) – Community Action and Volunteerism Component Funds up to 90% of admissible expenses, capped at $75,000 per project.

Who is eligible for the Social and Community Initiatives Support Program (SCISP) – Community Action and Volunteerism Component program?

To be eligible for the Social and Community Initiatives Support Program (SCISP) – Community Action and Volunteerism Component program, you must: Must be a legally constituted non-profit organization. Must be active within the community and maintain democratic governance. Must demonstrate independence from the public network and have a mission supporting social transformation.

What expenses are eligible under Social and Community Initiatives Support Program (SCISP) – Community Action and Volunteerism Component?

Research projects related to community action and volunteerism. Evaluation of interventions or practices in the field of community action and volunteerism. Training initiatives aimed at improving knowledge and methods in community engagement and volunteer activities. Dissemination of knowledge and best practices in community action and volunteerism.

Who can I contact for more information about the Social and Community Initiatives Support Program (SCISP) – Community Action and Volunteerism Component?

You can contact Gouvernment of Québec by email at sacais.psisc@mess.gouv.qc.ca.

Where is the Social and Community Initiatives Support Program (SCISP) – Community Action and Volunteerism Component available?

The Social and Community Initiatives Support Program (SCISP) – Community Action and Volunteerism Component program is available the province of Quebec.

Is the Social and Community Initiatives Support Program (SCISP) – Community Action and Volunteerism Component a grant, loan, or tax credit?

Social and Community Initiatives Support Program (SCISP) – Community Action and Volunteerism Component is a Grant and Funding

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