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Territorial and sectoral development program — Stream 1.2 - Quebec - Canada
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Territorial and sectoral development program — Stream 1.2

Funding for agri-food and territorial concertation
Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food (MAPAQ)
Last Update: June 9, 2026
Funding available
$ 5,000 - $ 300,000
Timeline
  • Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Gaspésie–Îles-de-la-Madeleine, Quebec, Canada

Overview

This program provides non-repayable funding for coordination and concertation projects in the agri-food sector or a territory. Eligible initiatives support networking, collective action, territorial planning, and annual action plan updates, with funding of up to $100,000 per year and $300,000 per sector or region over the program period.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.

At a glance

Funding available

Financing goals
  • Develop strategic partnerships
  • Improve governance or administrative structure
  • Implement environmental initiatives
Eligible Funding
  • Maximum amount : 300,000 $
  • Minimum amount : 5,000 $
  • Up to 80% of project cost
Timeline
  • Receipt of requests is now closed

Eligible candidates

Eligible Industries
  • Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
  • Manufacturing
Location
  • Gaspésie–Îles-de-la-Madeleine
  • 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
  • Higher Education
  • Research
  • Business Associations
Target groups
  • Rural / Remote communities
  • Business owners / entrepreneurs
  • Nonprofits / charities
  • Academia / students
  • Community leaders
Revenue structures
  • All structures
Scope
  • Regional
  • Provincial

Next Steps

1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility

Activities funded

  • Coordination of networking, linkage, and collaboration activities
  • Coordination of collective-interest projects for a territory or agri-food sector
  • Implementation of territorial planning or sector strategic planning
  • Annual update of the action plan resulting from the planning

Documents Needed

  • Application form
  • Cost and financing structure
  • Financial statements for the last two years
  • Board resolution or power of attorney, if applicable
  • Sectoral concertation letter, if applicable

Eligibility

Who is eligible?

  • Sectoral concertation structures
  • Mandated agri-food sector organizations
  • Territorial concertation structures

Who is not eligible

  • Government departments, budgetary bodies, and state-owned entities
  • Financial cooperatives and banks
  • Applicants and subcontractors listed in the RENA registry
  • Applicants in default on previous ministry funding obligations
  • Applicants under insolvency or bankruptcy protection

Eligible expenses

  • Professional and contract services for concertation agents
  • Staff salaries and social charges linked to the project
  • Communication, room rental, equipment, and data acquisition costs
  • Travel and accommodation for the applicant and partners
  • Administrative costs up to 15% of the grant

Ineligible Costs and Activities

  • Expenses not directly related to the project
  • Activities already funded under another program
  • Alcohol, gifts, and consumer-facing promotional costs
  • Costs for annual general meetings, board meetings, and conference attendance as an auditor
  • Expenses before the complete application date, tax (GST/QST), and cost overruns

Eligible geographic areas

  • Quebec

Selection criteria

  • Relevance of the need behind the project
  • Fit between the requested agent profile and project objectives
  • Positive impact on the development of the agri-food sector
  • Technical and financial feasibility
  • Relevance of deliverables and planned dissemination activities

How to apply

  • Step 1: Check the current call for projects
    • Review the program notice published by the ministry.
    • Confirm that your project matches the targeted sector or territory, if applicable.
  • Step 2: Prepare the application package
    • Complete the application form and financing structure.
    • Gather the required supporting documents.
  • Step 3: Send the application by email
    • Submit all documents in a single email to the address indicated for your project type.
    • Use the address assigned to the agri-food sector or the territory, as applicable.
  • Step 4: Await review and decision
    • Receive the ministry’s acknowledgement of receipt.
    • Wait for the admissibility confirmation or refusal letter, then the final funding decision if applicable.

Processing and Agreement

  • Receipt of the application is confirmed by the ministry
  • Incomplete applications are rejected
  • Eligible applications are assessed against the selection criteria
  • The ministry sends a decision letter after evaluation
  • If approved, a funding agreement must be signed before payment

Additional information

  • At least two project calls are planned over the course of the program.
  • Project calls may target a specific sector or territory.
  • Application support is available before submission, but it does not guarantee acceptance.
  • The ministry may request additional information by email during the review process.

Contacts

pdts.sectoriel@mapaq.gouv.qc.ca, pdts.territorial@mapaq.gouv.qc.ca

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Frequently Asked Questions about the Territorial and sectoral development program — Stream 1.2 Program

What is the Territorial and sectoral development program — Stream 1.2?

This program provides non-repayable funding for coordination and concertation projects in the agri-food sector or a territory. Eligible initiatives support networking, collective action, territorial planning, and annual action plan updates, with funding of up to $100,000 per year and $300,000 per sector or region over the program period.

How much funding can be received?

Territorial and sectoral development program — Stream 1.2 Funds up to 80% of admissible expenses, capped at $300,000 per project.

Who is eligible for the Territorial and sectoral development program — Stream 1.2 program?

To be eligible for the Territorial and sectoral development program — Stream 1.2 program, you must: Active establishment in Quebec Registered concertation structure Project linked to a territory or agri-food sector

What expenses are eligible under Territorial and sectoral development program — Stream 1.2?

Coordination of networking, linkage, and collaboration activities Coordination of collective-interest projects for a territory or agri-food sector Implementation of territorial planning or sector strategic planning Annual update of the action plan resulting from the planning

Who can I contact for more information about the Territorial and sectoral development program — Stream 1.2?

You can contact Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food (MAPAQ) by email at pdts.sectoriel@mapaq.gouv.qc.ca, pdts.territorial@mapaq.gouv.qc.ca.

Where is the Territorial and sectoral development program — Stream 1.2 available?

The Territorial and sectoral development program — Stream 1.2 program is available Gaspésie–Îles-de-la-Madeleine, Quebec.

Is the Territorial and sectoral development program — Stream 1.2 a grant, loan, or tax credit?

Territorial and sectoral development program — Stream 1.2 is a Grant and Funding