How much funding can be received?

Funds up to 50% of admissible expenses, capped at $200000 per project.

What is the deadline to apply?

The deadline to apply is not specified.

Who are the financial supporters of the Tourisme Baie-James — EPRTNT – Hosting?

Tourisme Baie-James — EPRTNT – Hosting is funded by Tourisme Baie-James

What are Tourisme Baie-James — EPRTNT – Hosting's eligibility criterias?

The company must be legally constituted under the laws of the Government of Quebec or Canada and must do business in Quebec. The project must be located, and the promoter must be established in the tourism region of Baie-James, including the cities of Chapais, Chibougamau, Lebel-sur-Quévillon, and Matagami as well as the Eeyou Istchee Baie-James Regional Government. Tourism nature and adventure companies must comply with or start the process to comply with the Qualité-Sécurité d’Aventure Écotourisme Québec standards.

Tourisme Baie-James — EPRTNT – Hosting

Last Update: February 16, 2025

QC, Canada

Financial support for sustainable tourism development in Baie-James

Tourisme Baie-James — EPRTNT – Hosting at a glance

Eligible Funding

From $25,000 to $200,000
Up to 50% of project cost

Timeline

Continuous Intakes

Financing Type

Grant and Funding

Eligible Industries

Accommodation and food services

Grant Providers

Tourisme Baie-James

Status

Open

Overview of the Tourisme Baie-James — EPRTNT – Hosting program

The Tourisme Baie-James — EPRTNT – Hosting grant offers a maximum funding amount of $200,000 to support responsible and sustainable tourism development projects in the Baie-James region. Eligible activities include the enhancement of hospitality infrastructure and introduction of new services to attract tourists and extend operational periods.

Financing terms and conditions

The financial aid provided is a non-reimbursable contribution.
The project must have at least $25,000 of eligible costs to qualify for assistance.
The maximum amount of financial intervention is $200,000, and it cannot exceed 50% of eligible costs for a for-profit organization (OBL) and 80% for a non-profit organization (OBNL) or cooperative.
For OBLs, at least 50% of the funding must come from the promoter; for OBNLs and cooperatives, this is reduced to 20%.
The maximum sum of government aid must not exceed the defined percentage based on organization type: 50% for OBLs, 80% for OBNLs/cooperatives, 90% for indigenous communities and entities located in Îles-de-la-Madeleine.
Promoter's contribution cannot originate from government aid, asset transfers, or contributions in goods and services.
The aid requires a public call for tenders for any construction contract of $100,000 or more.
A project funded with $100,000 or more is subject to a program of equal access if the organization employs more than 100 people.
The project must align with the sustainable development measures and principles by integrating social and eco-responsible elements.

Eligible projects & activities

Structuring a particular territory for tourism development.
Addressing deficits in accommodation units.
Improving the quality level of the accommodation sector.
Extending the operating season of the tourism enterprise.
Offering new services tailored to tourist clienteles.

Eligibility criteria of the Tourisme Baie-James — EPRTNT – Hosting program

The applicant must be a legally constituted entity under the laws of Quebec or Canada.
The applicant must be operating within Quebec.
The applicant must be a business in the tourist industry, which includes for-profit organizations, non-profit organizations (NPO), and cooperatives.
Municipal entities, recognized Indigenous communities, nations, organizations, or groups of these clienteles are also eligible.
The applicant must adhere to provincial laws and regulations concerning tourist accommodation establishments and possess a registration number.
Projects must be located in the Baie-James tourist region, including the cities of Chapais, Chibougamau, Lebel-sur-Quévillon, Matagami, and the Eeyou Istchee Baie-James Regional Government area.
Businesses must have fulfilled previous obligations if they have received grants from the partners before.
Nature and adventure tourism businesses must comply or commit to comply with the Qualité-Sécurité program standards of Aventure Écotourisme Québec.
Applicants must not be state corporations, ministries, or governmental bodies from Quebec or Canada.
The applicant must not be listed on the register of enterprises ineligible for public contracts.
The applicant must comply with the Quebec French Language Charter.

Who is eligible?

For-profit tourism organizations
Non-profit tourism organizations
Tourism cooperatives
Municipal entities
Recognized Indigenous communities and nations, including Indigenous tourism organizations and businesses
Any grouping of these eligible clients

Who is not eligible

The state-owned enterprises and ministries and agencies of the governments of Quebec and Canada.
Companies registered in the registry of enterprises ineligible for public contracts in Quebec.
Companies not complying with the francization process of the Office québécois de la langue française.
Projects involving tourist lodges and hotel condominiums (condotels).
Projects related to bike paths, snowmobile trails, golf courses, and dock renovations.
Projects in the restaurant and retail sectors.
Projects related to tourist reception and signage.
Projects concerning training content development.
Projects in the gambling sector and those associated with alcohol sales and consumption.
Projects with the majority of costs linked to the upgrade, maintenance, or replacement of existing infrastructures or equipment.
Projects already completed or underway at the time of application submission.
Projects receiving non-refundable financial support from the Programme d'aide à la relance de l'industrie touristique (PARIT) or the Programme d'appui au développement des attraits touristiques (PADAT).
Projects with costs related to animal acquisition.
Projects with costs related to administrative equipment and material, storage, or retail space.
Costs associated with leasing land, buildings, and other facilities (emphyteutic lease).
Costs of acquiring non-visitor-centric transportation equipment.

Eligible expenses

The costs engendered for realizing the eligible projects, such as construction, reconstruction, expansion, adaptation, reconversion, or replacing infrastructure or equipment, and the deployment of a new tourism experience.
Fees paid to recognized professionals, including for design or engineering, to technical personnel, or to consultants retained for project supervision and management, or fees for reporting.
Costs related to the development, layout, and enhancement of land and trails.
Costs related to the purchase and installation of specialized equipment and furniture.
Costs of acquiring boats or rolling stock that enhance the customer experience.
Costs of acquiring land, easements, and rights of way, as long as the land is necessary for project realization. These costs cannot be incurred with a related company or when the targeted asset is owned, in whole or part, by one or more shareholders of the company.
Surveying costs for the site.
Quality control costs at the site.
Net taxes (excluding the reimbursed portion) related to direct costs.
Costs related to integrating artwork into a building or site concerning the application of Quebec's Policy for the Integration of the Arts into Architecture and Environment of Government and Public Sites.

Eligible geographic areas

The region of James Bay, Quebec.
The city of Chapais, Quebec.
The city of Chibougamau, Quebec.
The city of Lebel-sur-Quévillon, Quebec.
The city of Matagami, Quebec.
The territory of the Eeyou Istchee Baie-James Regional Government.

Eligibility criteria of the Tourisme Baie-James — EPRTNT – Hosting program

L’adéquation avec les objectifs de l’EPRTNT.
Le caractère structurant (pouvoir d’attraction, portée du projet, retombées, concertation avec d’autres partenaires, création d’emplois, étalement de la saison, etc.).
Le caractère novateur.
La qualité en matière de concept, de produits et de services.
La structure et le montage financiers.
La pertinence (clientèle significativement touristique et sa diversification, marché, concurrence, qualité de l’offre, stratégie de marketing, maillage, etc.).
La faisabilité (échéancier, stratégie de marketing, qualité du plan d’affaires ou du devis d'études, expertise du promoteur).
La prise en compte des principes de développement durable.
La pertinence touristique et la prise en compte des priorités régionales.

How to apply to the Tourisme Baie-James — EPRTNT – Hosting program

Preliminary preparation

Organize a mandatory meeting with the Baie-James Tourism team to ensure that all necessary documents are ready.
Check that the project meets the eligibility and selection criteria.

Preparation of the application file

Fill out the EPRTNT financial assistance application form for the Baie-James region.
Prepare a complete business plan including a list of the necessary authorizations, certificates, attestations, or permits.
Gather the financial statements for the last two years as well as the projected financial statements for three years.
Obtain a resolution from the board of directors (or equivalent) authorizing the signatory of the application.
If applicable, provide an indigenous certificate or certification to determine the aid rate.

Transmission of the request

Send the application form and all required documents to the following email address: olafoudah@tourismebaiejames.com.

Follow-up on the request

For additional information, contact Ms. Isabelle Milord at 418-770-5290 or by email at imilord@tourismebaiejames.com.
Visit the Tourisme Baie-James website for more details on the analysis periods.

Additional information

The financial aid offered is a non-repayable contribution.
Priority is given to projects that incorporate development sustainability measures that reduce environmental impact and yield social and economic benefits.
Any project resulting in financial aid of $100,000 or more obligates an organization with over 100 employees to implement an equality access program in line with the Charter of Human Rights and Freedoms.
Projects exceeding costs of $150,000 are subject to the Policy for integrating arts into the architecture and environment of governmental and public buildings and sites.
For contracts of $100,000 or more, a public call for tenders is mandatory.