Tourism Innovation Program — Stream 3 - Networking with regional innovation organisations

Q: How much funding can be received?

There is no informations about how much funding can be received.

Q: What is the deadline to apply?

The deadline to apply is 2026-03-31T00:00:00Z.

Q: Who is eligible for the Tourism Innovation Program — Stream 3 - Networking with regional innovation organisations program?

To be eligible for the Tourism Innovation Program — Stream 3 - Networking with regional innovation organisations program, you must: • Eligible entities include ATR and ATS, privileged partners of MTO. • Enterprises within the tourism industry are eligible to apply. • Organizations active in innovation or economic development may apply.

Q: Who can I contact for more information about the Tourism Innovation Program — Stream 3 - Networking with regional innovation organisations?

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

Q: Where is the Tourism Innovation Program — Stream 3 - Networking with regional innovation organisations available?

The Tourism Innovation Program — Stream 3 - Networking with regional innovation organisations program is available the province of QC.

Q: Are startups eligible for the Tourism Innovation Program — Stream 3 - Networking with regional innovation organisations program?

Yes, startups are eligible to apply for the Tourism Innovation Program — Stream 3 - Networking with regional innovation organisations program.

Last Update: July 22, 2025

QC, Canada

Quebec's tourism innovation program enhances industry productivity and sustainability

At a glance

Eligible Funding

No Condition

Timeline

Open Date : April 1, 2020
Closing date : March 31, 2026

Financing Type

Partnering and Collaboration

Grant and Funding

Eligible Industries

Information and cultural industries
Arts, entertainment and recreation
Accommodation and food services

Funds Providers

Unspecified

Program status

Open

Overview

The Tourism Innovation Program, supported by the Quebec government and MT Lab, aims to enhance productivity, competitiveness, digital transition, and environmental sustainability in the tourism industry with a focus on innovative solutions. The program is open to tourism companies, innovation-driven organizations, and economic development entities, with an anticipated conclusion by March 31, 2026.

Eligibility

The eligibility criteria for the Programme d’innovation touristique entail that applicants must belong to specific types of organizations and align with the program's objectives.

Applicants must be part of regional tourism associations (ATR) or sectoral tourism associations (ATS).
Applicants can be privileged partners of the Ministry of Tourism (MTO).
Eligible entities include businesses within the tourism industry.
Organizations active in innovation are eligible.
Economic development organizations can apply.
Other organizations whose activities are deemed relevant to achieving the program's objectives are also eligible.

Who is eligible?

The eligible clientele for this program includes tourism associations and their privileged partners with the Ministry of Tourism, tourism industry enterprises, organizations active in innovation, economic development organizations, and any other entity whose activities are deemed pertinent to achieving the program's objectives.

Selection criteria

The evaluation and selection of projects for this grant might require specific criteria focusing on innovation, impact, and feasibility, though exact criteria and scores are not detailed in the provided context.

Emphasis on innovation and originality in addressing current tourism industry challenges.
Potential to enhance productivity, competitiveness, or efficiency.
Feasibility of implementation and adoption of solutions.
Alignment with the objectives of reducing environmental footprint and fostering digital transformation.

How to apply

Identification of eligibility criteria and conditions

Consult the eligibility criteria described for each component of the program.
Identify the component of the program that best matches your project.

Consultation of project calls

Regularly visit the MT Lab website for ongoing project calls.
Ensure that the identified needs and challenges match those described in the project call.

Drafting of the project proposal

Develop a detailed project proposal that meets the needs of the tourism sector.
Ensure that your project meets the criteria: unifying, having a leader, and offering an innovative solution.

Preparation of the required documents

Gather all the necessary documents to support your application according to the requirements of the call for projects.

Submission of the request

Submit the application and all required documents through the channel specified by the MT Lab, either online or another method indicated in the call for projects.

Follow-up on the request

Wait for the selection committee's response regarding the eligibility of your project.
Provide any additional information requested by the committee within the deadlines set.

Additional information

Here are additional relevant details for this grant:

The program aims to develop solutions that enhance productivity, competitiveness, or efficiency, address labor shortages, promote digital transformation, and reduce the environmental impact of tourism activities.
There is an emphasis on building connections between the tourism sector and innovative businesses through networking activities and advisory support organized by MT Lab.
A specific component of the program includes a certification in tourism innovation, which involves six training sessions on innovation culture, open innovation, technological roles, and support environments.
Participants can access a virtual innovation solutions directory which provides a range of innovative solutions aligned with the tourism sector's needs.
The program also includes workshops and industry events featuring panels and conferences on topics such as sustainable tourism and new hotel trends.

Contacts

Nathalie@mtlab.ca

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Frequently Asked Questions about the Tourism Innovation Program — Stream 3 - Networking with regional innovation organisations Program

Here are answers to the most common questions about the Tourism Innovation Program — Stream 3 - Networking with regional innovation organisations. 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.