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Supporting community development corporations
Financial support for community development organizations
Last Update: April 10, 2026
Funding available
$ 2,500,000
Timeline
- Closing date : March 31, 2027
Location
Quebec, Canada
Overview
The program provides financial support to Community Development Corporations and the TNCDC for global mission support and specific activities. Funding can reach up to $500,000 per year for mission support and up to $2,500,000 annually for specific activities.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Improve governance or administrative structure
- Develop strategic partnerships
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 2,500,000 $
Timeline
- Closing date : March 31, 2027
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Educational services
- Health care and social assistance
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Other services (except public administration)
- Public administration
Location
- Quebec
Legal structures
- Non-profit
- Public or Parapublic institution
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Rural or Northern Residents
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Culture and Arts
- Primary and Secondary Education
- Other Education
- Research
- Social Services
- Environment
- Economic, Social and Community Development
- Housing
- Employment and Training
- Civic and Advocacy Organizations
- Children and Youth Organizations
- Diversity and Inclusion
Target groups
- Rural / Remote communities
- Nonprofits / charities
- Community leaders
- Low-income individuals / families
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- Provincial
- National
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Global mission support for CDCs and the TNCDC.
- Implementation of specific activities to structure the community sector.
Documents Needed
- Board resolution supporting the request and naming the signatory
- Last year-end activity report and financial report
- Articles of incorporation and general by-laws
- List of board members and annual action plan
- Annual general meeting minutes or extract
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Community Development Corporations (CDCs) accredited by the TNCDC.
- The Table nationale des corporations de développement communautaire (TNCDC).
Who is not eligible
- CDCs with less than 12 months of activity.
- CDCs that are no longer accredited by the TNCDC.
- Organizations whose activities are not related to community action.
- Organizations with political, religious, union, or professional missions.
- Organizations listed in the Register of enterprises ineligible for public contracts.
Eligible expenses
- General operating costs such as office space, phone, internet, office supplies, and technological equipment.
- Salaries tied to core operations or specific activities.
- Travel and accommodation costs linked to eligible activities.
- Professional fees, materials, and other costs directly needed for specific activities.
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Costs to cover an accumulated deficit.
- Purchase, renovation, or repair of real estate or transport vehicles.
- Activities completed before approval.
- Debt financing or repayment of existing or future loans.
- Costs already covered by another program.
Eligible geographic areas
- Quebec
Processing and Agreement
- An application may be reviewed for admissibility and program compliance.
- The ministry may assess the project using the program’s analysis criteria.
- Applicants judged ineligible may request a review of the decision in writing.
- A funding agreement must be signed before support is paid.
- Accountability requirements continue during the funding period.
Additional information
- The program standards apply until March 31, 2027.
- Applicants denied funding may request a review within 30 working days.
- A funding agreement is required before payments are made.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Supporting community development corporations Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Supporting community development corporations. 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 Supporting community development corporations?
The program provides financial support to Community Development Corporations and the TNCDC for global mission support and specific activities. Funding can reach up to $500,000 per year for mission support and up to $2,500,000 annually for specific activities.
How much funding can be received?
Supporting community development corporations Funds up to $2,500,000 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Supporting community development corporations program?
To be eligible for the Supporting community development corporations program, you must:
Accredited by the TNCDC
Active in community action
Meets the reference framework criteria
What expenses are eligible under Supporting community development corporations?
Global mission support for CDCs and the TNCDC.
Implementation of specific activities to structure the community sector.
Where is the Supporting community development corporations available?
The Supporting community development corporations program is available the province of Quebec.
Is the Supporting community development corporations a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Supporting community development corporations is a Grant and Funding
Who are the financial supporters of the Supporting community development corporations?
Supporting community development corporations is funded by Government of Québec