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Support program for remote communities

Q: How much funding can be received?

Support program for remote communities Funds up to $950,000 of admissible expenses.

Q: Who is eligible for the Support program for remote communities program?

To be eligible for the Support program for remote communities program, you must: Eligible entities include municipal and indigenous organizations in designated remote regions.

Q: Where is the Support program for remote communities available?

The Support program for remote communities program is available across Canada.

Q: Is the Support program for remote communities a grant, loan, or tax credit?

Support program for remote communities is a Grant and Funding

Q: Who are the financial supporters of the Support program for remote communities?

Support program for remote communities is funded by Recyc-Québec

Last Update: February 4, 2026

Canada

Financial support for residual waste management projects in remote communities.

Grant and Funding

Processing And Agreement

Other info

At a glance

Funding available

Financing goals

Optimize production processes

Reduce the ecological footprint

Conduct research

Eligible Funding

Maximum amount : 950,000 $

Timeline

Closing date : March 31, 2027

Eligible candidates

Eligible Industries

All industries

Location

Canada

Legal structures

Non-profit

Annual revenue

All revenue ranges

Organisation size

All organization sizes

Audience

All groups

Non-profit candidates

Sector of operation

All industries

Target groups

All the groups

Revenue structures

All structures

Scope

All dimensions

Overview

This program provides financial assistance to support residual materials management projects in remote communities, with funding amounts up to $1.5 million. It aims to promote recycling, reuse, and the development of infrastructure to reduce waste in isolated regions.

Activities funded

Implementing recycling infrastructure and storage facilities
Conducting feasibility, management, and outlet studies
Establishing reuse and dismantling initiatives

Examples of admissible projects:

$ 950,000

Establishing organic waste processing and recycling facilities in Toronto

Documents Needed

Application forms, project proposals, supporting technical and financial documents, proof of eligibility.

Eligibility

Organizations in designated remote or isolated areas, including municipal or indigenous entities, are eligible.

Who is eligible?

Municipal entities in designated remote and isolated regions
Indigenous organizations and communities in eligible zones

Who is not eligible

Organizations outside designated regions
Private companies not affiliated with eligible entities

Eligible expenses

Expenses related to infrastructure setup, project studies, equipment purchases, and project implementation activities.

Ineligible Costs and Activities

Activities not related to residual material management or recycling infrastructure
Projects outside designated remote or isolated regions
Activities solely focused on administrative or operational costs unrelated to project implementation

Eligible geographic areas

Northern regions north of the 49th parallel
Mauricie, Outaouais, Abitibi-Témiscamingue, Lanaudière regions
Magdalen Islands and Anticosti Island

Selection criteria

Innovation and relevance to residual waste reduction
Feasibility of project implementation
Potential environmental and community impact
Alignment with regional waste management priorities

How to apply

Register on the funding portal or platformPrepare and compile application documentationSubmit the application electronically before the deadlineAwait review and response from the funding body

Processing and Agreement

Application is reviewed for eligibility and completeness within 20 business days
Eligible projects are analyzed and evaluated over approximately four months
Applicants are notified of the decision once the review is complete

Additional information

The program supports projects aimed at improving residual materials management, including setting up recycling infrastructure, conducting studies, and implementing circular economy initiatives.

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Frequently Asked Questions about the Support program for remote communities Program

Here are answers to the most common questions about the Support program for remote communities. 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.