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Social innovation for Montréal’s east end – Call for projects

Q: Who is eligible for the Social innovation for Montréal’s east end – Call for projects program?

To be eligible for the Social innovation for Montréal’s east end – Call for projects program, you must: Eligible organizations must be ready for implementation and address local socio-economic issues.

Q: Who can I contact for more information about the Social innovation for Montréal’s east end – Call for projects?

You can contact Canada Economic Development for Quebec Regions (CED).

Q: Where is the Social innovation for Montréal’s east end – Call for projects available?

The Social innovation for Montréal’s east end – Call for projects program is available the province of Quebec.

Last Update: February 4, 2026

QC, Canada

Financial support for social innovation projects addressing community needs in Montreal's east end.

Grant and Funding

Canada Economic Development for Quebec Regions

Processing And Agreement

Other info

At a glance

Funding available

Financing goals

Develop strategic partnerships

Increasing community impact

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

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.

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 River

Selection 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.

Apply to this program

Frequently Asked Questions about the Social innovation for Montréal’s east end – Call for projects Program

Here are answers to the most common questions about the Social innovation for Montréal’s east end – Call for projects. 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.