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Social innovation for Montréal’s east end – Call for projects
Last Update: March 6, 2026
Quebec, Canada
Financial support for social innovation projects addressing community needs in Montreal's east end.
Grant and Funding
Overview
This program offers financial support to social innovation projects in Montreal's east end with funding amounts between $15,000 and $50,000. It aims to foster systemic solutions addressing community socio-economic challenges, prioritizing projects ready for implementation within 18 months.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increasing community impact
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Raise awareness and mobilize the public
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 50,000 $
- Minimum amount : 15,000 $
Timeline
- Closing date : November 29, 2024
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Quebec
Legal structures
- Non-profit
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Economic, Social and Community Development
Target groups
- All the groups
Revenue structures
- 100% donations / grants
Scope
- Local
Activities funded
- Developing and testing new community services or interventions.
- Implementing innovative organizational models to address social needs.
- Launching community engagement initiatives that foster social cohesion.
- Piloting systemic solutions to socio-economic issues.
Examples of admissible projects:
$ 45,000
Development of a mobile platform connecting artisans with consumers
Documents Needed
Project proposal, organizational documentation, evidence of socio-economic need, detailed project plan, proof of eligible organization status.
Eligibility
Non-profit organizations, social economy enterprises, co-ops that are ready to implement projects addressing socio-economic needs.
Who is eligible?
- Non-profit organizations operating in Montreal's east end.
Who is not eligible
- Projects in the ideation stage without clear implementation plans.
Eligible expenses
Expenses related to project development, implementation, and management, including materials, personnel, and outreach activities.Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Projects in the ideation phase without a ready to implement plan.
- Expenses unrelated to project execution and management.
- Activities involving speculative or unproven approaches.
Eligible geographic areas
Montreal east end, from Avenue Papineau to the rivière des Prairies and the St. Lawrence RiverSelection criteria
- Innovation and systemic impact of the project.
- Potential for sustainable community benefits.
- Project readiness and implementation plan clarity.
- Organizational capacity and community engagement.
How to apply
Create an account on the funding organization's portal.Prepare and submit the project proposal and supporting documents.Review and acceptance of application by the organization.Receive notification of funding decision.Sign funding agreement and commence project activities.
Processing and Agreement
- Application review and eligibility assessment by the funding organization.
- Evaluation based on project readiness, community impact, and innovation.
- Notification of approval or denial to applicants.
- Formalized funding agreement to be signed before disbursal.
- Monitoring of project progress and compliance with reporting requirements.
Additional information
This program aims to stimulate social innovation projects that address socio-economic needs in Montreal's east end and can be completed within 18 months.
