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Call for Proposals to Support Permanent and Traveling Exhibitions —Stream 2: Travelling Exhibitions
Support for museum exhibition projects
Last Update: June 19, 2026
Funding available
$ 500,000
Timeline
- Closing date : January 30, 2026
Location
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
- Quebec
Legal structures
- Public or Parapublic institution
- Non-profit
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Culture and Arts
Target groups
- General public
- Children & youth
- Young adults
- Seniors
- People with disabilities
Revenue structures
- 100% donations / grants
Scope
- Provincial
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
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Frequently Asked Questions about the Call for Proposals to Support Permanent and Traveling Exhibitions —Stream 2: Travelling Exhibitions Program
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 Government 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 the province of 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