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Call for Proposals to Support Permanent and Traveling Exhibitions —Stream 2: Travelling Exhibitions
Support for museum exhibition projects
Last Update: May 1, 2026
Funding available
$ 500,000
Timeline
- Closing date : January 30, 2026
Location
Bas-Saint-Laurent, Saguenay–Lac-Saint-Jean, Capitale-Nationale, Mauricie, Estrie, Montréal, Outaouais, Abitibi-Témiscamingue, Côte-Nord, Nord-du-Québec, Gaspésie–Îles-de-la-Madeleine, Chaudière-Appalaches, Laval, Lanaudière, Laurentides, Montérégie, Centre-du-Québec, Quebec, Canada
Overview
Supports museum institutions in Quebec to refresh exhibitions and develop traveling exhibitions. Maximum support is 75% of eligible expenses, up to $500,000 per project.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Enhance an existing program
- Implement environmental initiatives
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 500,000 $
- Up to 75% of project cost
Timeline
- Closing date : January 30, 2026
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Information and cultural industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Location
- Bas-Saint-Laurent, Saguenay–Lac-Saint-Jean, Capitale-Nationale, Mauricie, Estrie, Montréal, Outaouais, Abitibi-Témiscamingue, Côte-Nord, Nord-du-Québec, Gaspésie–Îles-de-la-Madeleine, Chaudière-Appalaches, Laval, Lanaudière, Laurentides, Montérégie, Centre-du-Québec
- Quebec
Legal structures
- All legal structures
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Travelling exhibitions
- Travelling exhibitions developed in partnership
- Circulation of existing exhibitions
Documents Needed
- Project timeline
- Team presentation or CVs
- Partner commitment letters, if applicable
- Detailed project budget
- Latest financial statements
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Accredited museums
- Accredited interpretation sites
- Accredited exhibition centers
Who is not eligible
- Museums established under the National Museums Act or the Montreal Museum of Fine Arts Act
- Institutions under the Quebec or Canada government
- Organizations listed in the Register of enterprises ineligible for public contracts
- Applicants under insolvency or creditor protection proceedings
Eligible expenses
- Labour, subcontracting, professional fees, and consulting
- Training, authors’ fees, materials, equipment, rentals, and promotion
- Exhibition creation, installation, adaptation, transport, storage, and insurance
- Digital development and maintenance, artifact restoration, travel, and non-refundable taxes
- Administration and contingency costs within program limits
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Recurring or normal operating expenses
- Purchase of collection objects or specimens
- Demolition of exhibitions
- Food and alcohol for promotional activities
- Debt financing, loan repayment, land or building acquisition, and legal fines
Eligible geographic areas
- Quebec
Processing and Agreement
- Application is reviewed by the Ministry, with external expertise if needed.
- Projects are ranked against program criteria and budget availability.
- Priority may be given to youth-targeted projects and those using sustainable practices.
- The beneficiary must respect the funding conditions and may be asked for additional documents.
- Final reporting is required after project completion.
Additional information
- The applicant must submit through the Diapason online form.
- The file must be complete, clear, and accurate to be evaluated.
- Additional information or documents may be requested during the review.
- The beneficiary must submit a final report within three months after the project ends.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Call for Proposals to Support Permanent and Traveling Exhibitions —Stream 2: Travelling Exhibitions Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Call for Proposals to Support Permanent and Traveling Exhibitions —Stream 2: Travelling Exhibitions. 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 Call for Proposals to Support Permanent and Traveling Exhibitions —Stream 2: Travelling Exhibitions?
Supports museum institutions in Quebec to refresh exhibitions and develop traveling exhibitions. Maximum support is 75% of eligible expenses, up to $500,000 per project.
How much funding can be received?
Call for Proposals to Support Permanent and Traveling Exhibitions —Stream 2: Travelling Exhibitions Funds up to 75% of admissible expenses, capped at $500,000 per project.
Who is eligible for the Call for Proposals to Support Permanent and Traveling Exhibitions —Stream 2: Travelling Exhibitions program?
To be eligible for the Call for Proposals to Support Permanent and Traveling Exhibitions —Stream 2: Travelling Exhibitions program, you must:
Quebec-based accredited museum institution
Partnership-based travelling exhibition project
Original works with educational program
What expenses are eligible under Call for Proposals to Support Permanent and Traveling Exhibitions —Stream 2: Travelling Exhibitions?
Travelling exhibitions
Travelling exhibitions developed in partnership
Circulation of existing exhibitions
Who can I contact for more information about the Call for Proposals to Support Permanent and Traveling Exhibitions —Stream 2: Travelling Exhibitions?
You can contact Gouvernment of Québec by email at none or by phone at none.
Where is the Call for Proposals to Support Permanent and Traveling Exhibitions —Stream 2: Travelling Exhibitions available?
The Call for Proposals to Support Permanent and Traveling Exhibitions —Stream 2: Travelling Exhibitions program is available Bas-Saint-Laurent, Saguenay–Lac-Saint-Jean, Capitale-Nationale, Mauricie, Estrie, Montréal, Outaouais, Abitibi-Témiscamingue, Côte-Nord, Nord-du-Québec, Gaspésie–Îles-de-la-Madeleine, Chaudière-Appalaches, Laval, Lanaudière, Laurentides, Montérégie, Centre-du-Québec, Quebec.
Is the Call for Proposals to Support Permanent and Traveling Exhibitions —Stream 2: Travelling Exhibitions a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Call for Proposals to Support Permanent and Traveling Exhibitions —Stream 2: Travelling Exhibitions is a Grant and Funding