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Supporting community development corporations - Quebec - Canada
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Supporting community development corporations

Financial support for community development and poverty reduction initiatives
Gouvernment of Québec
Last Update: March 4, 2026
Funding available
$ 2,500,000
Timeline
  • Closing date : March 31, 2027
Location
Quebec, Canada

Overview

The "Supporting Community Development Corporations" program provides grants of up to $2,500,000 to accredited Community Development Corporations and the TNCDC to strengthen social development and combat poverty and social exclusion. Funding supports both ongoing operational activities and the implementation of specific projects structuring the community sector.
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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
  • Local
  • Regional
  • Provincial
  • National

Next steps

1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility

Activities funded

  • Implementation of actions aimed at combating poverty and social exclusion within communities.
  • Development and coordination of local community projects driven by community organizations.
  • Organization of training, research, and targeted analysis activities to strengthen the community sector.
  • Initiation of collaborative initiatives with multiple partners to support local social and economic development.
  • Support for the collective representation and advocacy efforts of community organizations at the territorial or provincial level.

Eligibility

Who is eligible?

  • Community development corporations (CDCs) accredited by the Table nationale des corporations de développement communautaire (TNCDC)
  • The Table nationale des corporations de développement communautaire (TNCDC) itself

Who is not eligible

  • Community development corporations (CDCs) with less than 12 months of activity.
  • CDCs that are no longer accredited by the Table nationale des corporations de développement communautaire (TNCDC).
  • Organizations whose activities are not related to community action, such as foundations mainly focused on fundraising and redistribution of funds.
  • Entities whose mission or activities are of a political partisan, religious, union, or professional nature.
  • Organizations listed in the Register of enterprises ineligible for public contracts.

Eligible expenses

  • General operating expenses, such as office rent, telecommunication (phone, internet), office supplies, and technological infrastructure.
  • Salaries and benefits for staff directly supporting core operations or specific activities.
  • Travel and accommodation costs related to eligible activities (subject to government guidelines on allowable travel expenses).
  • Professional fees and honorariums directly related to the implementation of specific activities.
  • Costs related to educational activities, collective rights advocacy, association life, coordination, and volunteer support.
  • Materials and supplies required for conducting specific, government-approved activities.

Eligible geographic areas

  • Community development corporations (CDC) accredited by the Table nationale des corporations de développement communautaire (TNCDC) and operating within Quebec.

Additional information

  • The program's standards are effective until March 31, 2027, after which they will be reviewed.
  • A beneficiary must provide an annual activity and financial report as part of accountability requirements.
  • An annual financial audit form varies depending on the amount of government revenues received.
  • Applicants denied funding may formally request a review of the decision within 30 working days of notification.

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 "Supporting Community Development Corporations" program provides grants of up to $2,500,000 to accredited Community Development Corporations and the TNCDC to strengthen social development and combat poverty and social exclusion. Funding supports both ongoing operational activities and the implementation of specific projects structuring the community sector.

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: Must be an accredited Community Development Corporation (CDC) by the TNCDC Must operate in the field of community action Must meet the criteria set out in the reference framework for autonomous community action organizations

What expenses are eligible under Supporting community development corporations?

Implementation of actions aimed at combating poverty and social exclusion within communities. Development and coordination of local community projects driven by community organizations. Organization of training, research, and targeted analysis activities to strengthen the community sector. Initiation of collaborative initiatives with multiple partners to support local social and economic development. Support for the collective representation and advocacy efforts of community organizations at the territorial or provincial level.

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 Gouvernment of Québec

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