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Support Fund for Socio-Economic Events and Activities
Funding for local socio-economic events and activities
Last Update: June 9, 2026
Funding available
$ 7,000
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Gaspésie–Îles-de-la-Madeleine, Quebec, Canada
Overview
This program provides non-repayable funding of up to $7,000 to support socio-economic events and activities in La Côte-de-Gaspé. It supports cultural, sports, tourism, social, economic, entrepreneurial, congress, and visibility-focused events.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Increase social or community impact
- Raise awareness or mobilize a population
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 7,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Other services (except public administration)
- Public administration
Location
- La Côte-de-Gaspé
- Gaspésie–Îles-de-la-Madeleine
- 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
- Festivals and carnivals.
- Tournaments, races, and public gatherings.
- Themed days, contests, and conferences.
- Commemorative celebrations and socio-economic activities.
- Recurring local events with community impact.
Documents Needed
- Application form
- Previsional balanced budget
- Accountability report for the previous event, if recurring
- Financial statement and activity summary for the final claim
- Proof of visibility provided to the MRC
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Registered non-profit organizations.
- Social economy enterprises.
- Local municipalities.
Who is not eligible
- Private projects.
- School-related projects and year-end shows.
- Fundraising or debt-financing projects.
- Sexual, religious, or political projects.
Eligible expenses
- Event venue rental.
- Advertising and promotional costs.
- Professional fees.
- Materials directly related to the event.
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- School program projects and year-end shows.
- Neighbourhood events, Christmas events, and national holiday festivities.
- Private projects and fundraising activities.
- Debt or loan financing.
- Operating costs such as salaries and management fees.
Eligible geographic areas
- MRC of La Côte-de-Gaspé
Selection criteria
- Fit with the fund’s orientations and priorities.
- Available credits at the time of review.
- Local socio-economic impact of the event or activity.
- Nature, category, and scale of the event.
How to apply
- Step 1: Prepare the request
- Complete the application and prepare the supporting information.
- Ensure the budget is balanced and the project fits the program criteria.
- Step 2: Submit before the deadline
- Send the request at least three weeks before the event date.
- For recurring events, include the previous event’s accountability report.
- Step 3: Review and decision
- The MRC administration reviews the file before decision-making.
- The decision is made by the council or general management depending on the amount requested.
- Step 4: Confirm and complete follow-up
- Receive a signed confirmation letter if approved.
- Provide the required accountability documents to obtain the final payment.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are first reviewed by the MRC administration.
- For investments over $2,500, the MRC council makes the decision at a meeting.
- For investments of $2,500 or less, the general management makes the decision.
- Approved projects receive a signed confirmation letter with payment terms and obligations.
- Final payment requires accountability documents and proof of project completion.
Additional information
- The organization must provide visibility to the MRC of La Côte-de-Gaspé in its promotional tools and during the event.
- Authorized projects require a signed confirmation letter outlining payment terms and obligations.
- Funding depends on available credits and the project’s fit with the fund criteria.
- For recurring events, the previous event’s accountability report must be submitted before a new request.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Support Fund for Socio-Economic Events and Activities Program
What is the Support Fund for Socio-Economic Events and Activities?
This program provides non-repayable funding of up to $7,000 to support socio-economic events and activities in La Côte-de-Gaspé. It supports cultural, sports, tourism, social, economic, entrepreneurial, congress, and visibility-focused events.
How much funding can be received?
Support Fund for Socio-Economic Events and Activities Funds up to 50% of admissible expenses, capped at $7,000 per project.
Who is eligible for the Support Fund for Socio-Economic Events and Activities program?
To be eligible for the Support Fund for Socio-Economic Events and Activities program, you must:
Project on the MRC of La Côte-de-Gaspé territory.
Concrete local benefits required.
Eligible promoter and activity type.
What expenses are eligible under Support Fund for Socio-Economic Events and Activities?
Festivals and carnivals.
Tournaments, races, and public gatherings.
Themed days, contests, and conferences.
Commemorative celebrations and socio-economic activities.
Recurring local events with community impact.
Who can I contact for more information about the Support Fund for Socio-Economic Events and Activities?
You can contact MRC de La Côte-de-Gaspé (MRC).
Where is the Support Fund for Socio-Economic Events and Activities available?
The Support Fund for Socio-Economic Events and Activities program is available Gaspésie–Îles-de-la-Madeleine, Quebec.
Is the Support Fund for Socio-Economic Events and Activities a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Support Fund for Socio-Economic Events and Activities is a Grant and Funding