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Tourism Innovation Program — Stream 2 - Support for projects and the development of innovative businesses

Quebec's initiative to foster innovation in tourism industry
MT Lab
Last Update: March 4, 2026
Funding available
$ 90,000
Timeline
  • Closing date : March 31, 2026
Location
Quebec, Canada

Overview

The Tourism Innovation Program, designed to enhance competitiveness, productivity, and digital transformation in Quebec's tourism industry, offers a maximum funding amount of $90,000 per project. Eligible activities include the implementation of innovative solutions, enhancement of internal processes, and expansion of strategic products and services into new markets.

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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.

At a glance

Funding available

Financing goals
  • Increase performance through digital transformation
  • Optimize production processes
  • Access new markets
Eligible Funding
  • Maximum amount : 90,000 $
  • Up to 50% of project cost
Timeline
  • Closing date : March 31, 2026

Eligible candidates

Eligible Industries
  • Arts, entertainment and recreation
  • Accommodation and food services
Location
  • Quebec
Legal structures
  • Non-profit
  • Public or Parapublic institution
  • For-profit business
  • Social economy enterprise
Annual revenue
  • All revenue ranges
Organisation size
  • All organization sizes
Audience
  • Startups
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
  • Culture and Arts
  • Economic, Social and Community Development
  • Business Associations
Target groups
  • Business owners / entrepreneurs
  • Nonprofits / charities
Revenue structures
  • All structures
Scope
  • Regional
  • Provincial

Next steps

1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility

Activities funded

This grant aims to bolster the competitiveness of innovative tourism enterprises in Quebec by supporting projects that enhance their market presence and operational efficiency. Eligible projects are centered around improving service value, process automation, and market validation.

  • Improvement of internal skills or acquisition of new skills to accelerate business growth.
  • Increase in the value of services or products offered in the market.
  • Automation of necessary internal functions to optimize processes.
  • Validation of new project alignment with market needs.
  • Deployment of strategic products, services, or activities to other markets.

Eligibility

Eligible geographic areas

This program is targeted at companies operating within the specific region of Québec, aligned with provincial development and innovation objectives in the tourism industry.

  • Companies must be located and operate within Québec, Canada.

Additional information

Here are additional relevant details for this grant:

  • The program includes a support component valued at $45,000 per selected innovative company to optimize their solutions for the tourism industry.
  • The maximum project funding amount available is $90,000, with a 50% cost-sharing requirement from the solution acquirer.
  • Applications are evaluated by a selection committee.
  • The program aims to decrease perceived risks for organizations adopting new practices.
  • The program end date is set for March 31, 2026.

Contacts

Nathalie@mtlab.ca

Frequently Asked Questions about the Tourism Innovation Program — Stream 2 - Support for projects and the development of innovative businesses Program

Here are answers to the most common questions about the Tourism Innovation Program — Stream 2 - Support for projects and the development of innovative businesses. 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 Innovation Program — Stream 2 - Support for projects and the development of innovative businesses?

The Tourism Innovation Program, designed to enhance competitiveness, productivity, and digital transformation in Quebec's tourism industry, offers a maximum funding amount of $90,000 per project. Eligible activities include the implementation of innovative solutions, enhancement of internal processes, and expansion of strategic products and services into new markets.

How much funding can be received?

Tourism Innovation Program — Stream 2 - Support for projects and the development of innovative businesses Funds up to 50% of admissible expenses, capped at $90,000 per project.

Who is eligible for the Tourism Innovation Program — Stream 2 - Support for projects and the development of innovative businesses program?

To be eligible for the Tourism Innovation Program — Stream 2 - Support for projects and the development of innovative businesses program, you must: Eligible applicants include ATR and ATS and partners of the MTO. Enterprises in the tourism industry. Organizations engaged in innovation.

What expenses are eligible under Tourism Innovation Program — Stream 2 - Support for projects and the development of innovative businesses?

This grant aims to bolster the competitiveness of innovative tourism enterprises in Quebec by supporting projects that enhance their market presence and operational efficiency. Eligible projects are centered around improving service value, process automation, and market validation. Improvement of internal skills or acquisition of new skills to accelerate business growth. Increase in the value of services or products offered in the market. Automation of necessary internal functions to optimize processes. Validation of new project alignment with market needs. Deployment of strategic products, services, or activities to other markets.

Who can I contact for more information about the Tourism Innovation Program — Stream 2 - Support for projects and the development of innovative businesses?

You can contact MT Lab by email at Nathalie@mtlab.ca.

Where is the Tourism Innovation Program — Stream 2 - Support for projects and the development of innovative businesses available?

The Tourism Innovation Program — Stream 2 - Support for projects and the development of innovative businesses program is available the province of Quebec.

Is the Tourism Innovation Program — Stream 2 - Support for projects and the development of innovative businesses a grant, loan, or tax credit?

Tourism Innovation Program — Stream 2 - Support for projects and the development of innovative businesses is a Grant and Funding

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