FAQDD — Sustainable destination and concerted action — Component 2 - Support for the implementation of projects arising from a participative and concerted approach within the destination to promote responsible, sustainable tourism adapted to the context of climate change.
Last Update: July 22, 2025
QC, Canada
Supports collaborative sustainable tourism projects addressing climate change
At a glance
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Timeline
- Closing date : October 30, 2023
Financing Type
Grant and Funding
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Funds Providers
Program status
Closed
Overview
The FAQDD — Sustainable Destination and Concerted Action - Component 2 grant provides up to $7.4 million in funding to support collaborative, innovative projects that promote responsible and sustainable tourism adapted to climate change. The program funds the implementation of initiatives resulting from participative approaches, focusing on reducing environmental impact, fostering local economic benefits, and enhancing tourism resilience within Quebec’s communities.
Financing terms and conditions
- Total funding envelope of $7.4 million available for projects until March 31, 2025.
Activities funded
- Implementation of collaborative projects that promote responsible and sustainable tourism adapted to climate change within local destinations.
- Development of tourism initiatives that involve community stakeholders to create innovative, environmentally friendly, and socially beneficial tourism offers.
- Projects focused on preserving natural heritage and cultural vitality in partnership with local and Indigenous communities.
- Implementation of solutions that encourage sustainable mobility, low-carbon transportation, and local purchasing to promote economic retention in host communities.
- Initiatives that aim to extend the tourism season and diversify experiences to enhance regional resilience and reduce seasonality.
Examples of admissible projects:
$ 1,150,000
Indigenous-led eco-guided tour program for forest conservation
$ 2,250,000
Creation of a bike trail network linking local heritage sites
$ 1,200,000
Pilot of an electric shuttle service for eco-conscious tourists
Eligibility
- The applicant must be a business, organization, municipal entity, or Indigenous community.
- The project must result from a participative and collaborative process involving relevant stakeholders within the community, MRC, or region.
- The project must promote responsible, sustainable tourism adapted to the context of climate change.
- The project must include an evaluation component addressing environmental, economic, and social impacts, along with dissemination of results.
Who is eligible?
- Businesses involved in tourism
- Organizations operating in the tourism sector
- Municipal entities
- Indigenous communities
Eligible geographic areas
- Quebec
How to apply
1
Identify an eligible project
- Identify a project promoting responsible and sustainable tourism within your community or region
- Ensure the project stems from a participative and concerted approach among stakeholders
2
Demonstrate stakeholder concertation
- Demonstrate the engagement of community or regional stakeholders
- Show that innovative solutions beyond standard practices are integrated
3
Prepare and complete application
- Prepare a detailed project proposal including objectives and innovative approaches
- Include a plan for evaluating project impact (environmental, economic, social)
- Outline the dissemination strategy for results and lessons learned
4
Submit the application
- Submit the completed project proposal before the announced deadline
- Ensure all required documents and proofs of stakeholder engagement are included
Additional information
- The program supported collaborative and participatory approaches designed to foster sustainable tourism in response to climate change.
- Applicants were expected to demonstrate strong community or regional stakeholder engagement in their projects.
- Projects required a project evaluation component, including reporting on environmental, economic, and social impacts, as well as sharing results publicly.
- This initiative was funded under the Quebec government's action plans for responsible tourism and green economy via the Ministry of Tourism and the Fonds d’électrification et de changements climatiques.
Contacts
destination-durable@faqdd.qc.ca
(418)692-5888
QC, Canada
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