How much funding can be received?

The Territorial and Sectoral Development Program — Stream 2.3 offers non-repayable funding of up to $200,000 per project for structuring collective-interest initiatives or up to $50,000 annually for sector enhancement projects in commercial fisheries and aquaculture. The program aims to boost sector competitiveness and value by supporting activities such as product promotion, ecocertification, strategic information dissemination, networking, and collaborative projects within Quebec's fisheries and aquaculture sector.

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Non-repayable financial contribution covering up to 80% of eligible project expenses.
Minimum funding per project: $5,000.
Maximum funding per structuring project of collective interest: $200,000 per project; $500,000 per applicant for the program duration.
Maximum funding per sector enhancement project: $50,000 per year per project; $100,000 per applicant for the program duration.
For projects affected by the insularity and geographic isolation of the Îles-de-la-Madeleine, a 10% bonus may apply to eligible costs.

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Collective development projects in the commercial fisheries and aquaculture sector that improve sector competitiveness and generate collective benefits.
Initiatives to showcase the know-how of businesses and the value of their products in the fisheries and aquaculture sector.
Projects focused on acquiring or sharing strategic sector information.
Networking, collaboration, or partnership-building activities among key players in the commercial fisheries and aquaculture sector.

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$ 65,000

Retrofitting a historic theatre with energy-efficient lighting system

$ 105,000

Upgrading cold storage warehouse insulation and refrigeration system

$ 135,000

Installation of a rooftop solar panel system on community building

$ 42,000

Developing a digital inventory system for artisanal bakery

$ 55,000

Creation of a wheelchair-accessible entrance and washroom facilities

$ 36,500

Launching an e-commerce platform for local organic farm produce

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The applicant must have an active establishment located in Quebec.
The applicant must be an association, cooperative, municipal entity, non-profit organization, or recognized Indigenous community or nation in the commercial fisheries and aquaculture sector.
The applicant must demonstrate an active role in the development of the commercial fisheries and aquaculture sector, such as through sector development activities, participation in sector coordination, or holding a role defined in a strategic or action plan specific to the sector.
The project must support collective interests and contribute to the development or promotion of the commercial fisheries and aquaculture sector.

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Associations in the commercial fishing and aquaculture sector
Other non-profit organizations in the commercial fishing and aquaculture sector actively involved in sector development or coordination
Cooperatives in the commercial fishing and aquaculture sector
Municipal entities
Indigenous communities or nations recognized by the National Assembly of Quebec

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Government ministries, budgetary organizations, non-budgetary organizations, and state-owned enterprises listed in annexes 1 and 3 of the Loi sur l’administration financière.
Companies or organizations controlled directly or indirectly by a government (provincial or federal) or a state-owned enterprise.
Financial cooperatives and banking institutions.
Applicants or their subcontractors listed in the Registre des entreprises non admissibles aux contrats publics (RENA).
Applicants subject to bankruptcy or insolvency protection under the relevant Canadian laws.

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Professional and contractual fees directly related to the project.
Salaries and related benefits (up to 26% of salary as a forfaitary rate for social charges; any amount above 26% must be justified) for staff working specifically on the project.
Travel and accommodation expenses for the applicant and partners, following government guidelines.
Administrative expenses up to 15% of the granted financial aid.
Non-refundable portion of the Goods and Services Tax (GST) and Quebec Sales Tax (QST) related to the project.
Costs related to the rental of rooms and equipment for project activities.
Communication expenses directly linked to the project.
Promotion costs for project-related activities.

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Quebec

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Coherence of the project with the intervention areas and priorities of the Ministry.
Scope of the expected impacts and results of the project.
Technical and financial feasibility of the project.
Promoter’s capacity to manage the project (human expertise and financial capacity).
Realism of the project’s implementation schedule.

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Verify eligibility and documentation

Review the applicant's guide for Stream 2.3
Ensure project and organization meet eligibility criteria
Identify required supporting documents

Prepare application documents

Complete the Stream 2 application form (in French)
Fill out the cost and funding structure spreadsheet
Prepare the financial statements for the last two years (unless a municipal entity)
Gather professional service offers or equipment quotes ≥ $2,500 before taxes, if applicable
Obtain board authorization or power of attorney, if required

Submit application by email

Send all required documents in a single email to: pdts.pechesaquaculture@mapaq.gouv.qc.ca
Ensure email includes all mandatory attachments

Confirm application receipt

Receive automatic email confirmation of receipt
Check spam/junk folder if confirmation is not received
Monitor emails for requests for additional information or documents from the Ministry

Receive funding decision

Wait for an eligibility decision and notification from the Ministry
If selected, review and sign the financial assistance agreement
If refused, receive written notification

Request a review if needed

If dissatisfied with the decision, submit a review request within 20 operating days of notification
Complete and send the official review request form

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All mandatory documents must be submitted together in one email, and incomplete applications will be rejected.
Applicants must ensure the documents are filled in French, except in cases specified by the Charter of the French Language.
If the applicant does not receive an automatic acknowledgment of receipt after submission, it is their responsibility to verify its reception.
An appeal of an evaluation decision must be filed within 20 days following the date of communication of the decision.