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Tourism Industry Recovery Assistance Program (TIRAP)
Funding for innovative tourism development in Quebec
Last Update: May 1, 2026
Funding available
$ 500,000 - $ 5,000,000
Timeline
- Closing date : March 31, 2025
Location
Quebec, Canada
Overview
The program provides up to $5 million in non-repayable funding to support innovative, sustainable tourism development in Quebec. Eligible projects include construction, reconstruction, expansion, adaptation, equipment replacement, and new tourism experiences.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop a new product or service
- Reduce environmental footprint
- Develop workforce skills
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 5,000,000 $
- Minimum amount : 500,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Timeline
- Closing date : March 31, 2025
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Accommodation and food services
Location
- Quebec
Legal structures
- Non-profit
- Public or Parapublic institution
- Non-financial cooperative
- For-profit business
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Indigenous Peoples
- Rural or Northern Residents
- Canadians
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Culture and Arts
- Environment
- Economic, Social and Community Development
Target groups
- Indigenous peoples
- Rural / Remote communities
- Business owners / entrepreneurs
- Nonprofits / charities
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- Municipal
- Regional
- Provincial
- National
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Construction of tourism facilities or infrastructure
- Reconstruction, including demolition of obsolete infrastructure
- Expansion, interior or exterior development, adaptation, or conversion
- Equipment replacement or deployment of a new tourism experience
Documents Needed
- Business plan
- Proof of funding and loans for the required equity contribution
- Financial statements
- Documents required for the eco-responsibility bonus, if applicable
- Supporting documents for AEQ or arts policy compliance, if required
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- For-profit organizations
- Non-profit organizations
- Cooperatives
- Municipal entities
- Recognized Indigenous communities or nations
Who is not eligible
- State-owned corporations, ministries, and government agencies
- Businesses under creditor protection or bankruptcy proceedings
- Organizations listed in the Register of Enterprises Ineligible for Public Contracts (RENA)
- Organizations that failed to meet obligations tied to past financial assistance
Eligible expenses
- Construction, reconstruction, expansion, adaptation, conversion, and equipment replacement costs
- Land development, landscaping, survey, and quality control costs
- Specialized equipment, furniture, boats, and rolling stock
- Professional fees, consulting, and project management costs
- Project preparation studies, business plan, and eco-responsible development plan
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Business acquisition and related infrastructure costs
- Promotion, marketing, and website redesign costs
- Operating, financing, travel, and administrative expenses
- Costs incurred before the application is filed
- Gifts, in-kind contributions, and refundable taxes
Eligible geographic areas
- Quebec
- Bas-Saint-Laurent
- Cantons-de-l’Est
- Charlevoix
- Chaudière-Appalaches
- Gaspésie
- Îles-de-la-Madeleine
- Lanaudière
- Laurentides
- Mauricie
- Montérégie
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed in batches for each call for projects
- Projects are assessed against the program’s criteria and priorities
- Applicants are informed of the decision after review
- Approved applicants must sign a financial assistance agreement before payment
- Reporting obligations apply after project completion
Additional information
- Projects are assessed in batches by call for projects.
- A public tender is required for construction contracts of $100,000 or more.
- A financial assistance agreement must be signed before funding is paid.
- Annual tourism impact reporting is required for five years after the work is completed.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Tourism Industry Recovery Assistance Program (TIRAP) Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Tourism Industry Recovery Assistance Program (TIRAP). 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 Tourism Industry Recovery Assistance Program (TIRAP)?
The program provides up to $5 million in non-repayable funding to support innovative, sustainable tourism development in Quebec. Eligible projects include construction, reconstruction, expansion, adaptation, equipment replacement, and new tourism experiences.
How much funding can be received?
Tourism Industry Recovery Assistance Program (TIRAP) Funds up to 50% of admissible expenses, capped at $5,000,000 per project.
Who is eligible for the Tourism Industry Recovery Assistance Program (TIRAP) program?
To be eligible for the Tourism Industry Recovery Assistance Program (TIRAP) program, you must:
Legally constituted in Quebec or Canada
Does business in Quebec
Project and financing proof required
What expenses are eligible under Tourism Industry Recovery Assistance Program (TIRAP)?
Construction of tourism facilities or infrastructure
Reconstruction, including demolition of obsolete infrastructure
Expansion, interior or exterior development, adaptation, or conversion
Equipment replacement or deployment of a new tourism experience
Who can I contact for more information about the Tourism Industry Recovery Assistance Program (TIRAP)?
You can contact Government of Québec by email at programmes@tourisme.gouv.qc.ca.
Where is the Tourism Industry Recovery Assistance Program (TIRAP) available?
The Tourism Industry Recovery Assistance Program (TIRAP) program is available the province of Quebec.
Is the Tourism Industry Recovery Assistance Program (TIRAP) a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Tourism Industry Recovery Assistance Program (TIRAP) is a Grant and Funding