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Support Fund for Socio-Economic Events and Activities
Funding for local socio-economic events and activities
Last Update: April 27, 2026
Funding available
$ 7,000
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Gaspésie–Îles-de-la-Madeleine, Quebec
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
- 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
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.
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Frequently Asked Questions about the Support Fund for Socio-Economic Events and Activities Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Support Fund for Socio-Economic Events and Activities. 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 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 by email at none or by phone at none.
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