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Tourisme Baie-James — EPRTNT – Structuring the tourism offer
Funding for regional tourism offer development
Last Update: April 9, 2026
Funding available
$ 200,000
Timeline
- Closing date : October 31, 2026
Location
Chapais, Chibougamau, Lebel-sur-Quevillon, Matagami, Nord-du-Québec, Quebec, Canada
Overview
This program supports structuring the tourism offer in the Baie-James region with non-repayable funding of up to $200,000. It supports projects such as tourism routes, thematic products, and other initiatives that strengthen the regional tourism offer.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Implement environmental initiatives
- Develop a new product or service
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 200,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Timeline
- Closing date : October 31, 2026
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Accommodation and food services
Location
- Chapais, Chibougamau, Lebel-sur-Quevillon, Matagami
- Nord-du-Québec
- Quebec
Legal structures
- Non-profit
- Public or Parapublic institution
- For-profit business
- Non-financial cooperative
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Indigenous Peoples
- Rural or Northern Residents
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Environment
- Economic, Social and Community Development
Target groups
- Indigenous peoples
- Rural / Remote communities
- Business owners / entrepreneurs
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- Municipal
- Regional
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Implementation of tourism routes and circuits
- Development of a thematic tourism product
- Other projects that structure the regional tourism offer
Documents Needed
- Completed and signed application form in Excel format
- Project plan with expected deliverables and 3-year impacts
- Recent financial statements for the last two years
- Forecast income and expenses for the project period
- Board resolution and confirmation of financial partners, if available
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- For-profit tourism businesses
- Non-profit tourism organizations
- Cooperatives
- Municipal entities
- Indigenous communities, organizations, and tourism businesses
Who is not eligible
- Provincial and federal crown corporations, ministries, and agencies
- Businesses listed in the public contracts ineligibility register
- Businesses not compliant with Quebec French-language requirements
Eligible expenses
- Specialized consultant and firm fees
- Travel, general expenses, salaries, and benefits directly tied to the project
- Purchase and installation of equipment needed to structure the tourism offer
- Net taxes related to eligible costs
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Vehicle purchase not dedicated to visitor experience
- Mobile app and other technology development
- Working capital, debt service, operating losses, and capital losses
- Maintenance, compliance, and asset replacement costs
- Promotion, advertising, marketing, and legal fees
Eligible geographic areas
- Chapais
- Chibougamau
- Lebel-sur-Quévillon
- Matagami
- Eeyou Istchee Baie-James Regional Government territory
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are received continuously and reviewed during specific analysis periods.
- A mandatory pre-submission meeting is required with Tourisme Baie-James.
- Only complete files are analyzed; incomplete files are moved to the next review period.
- Projects are assessed against program objectives, relevance, feasibility, and sustainability.
Additional information
- Applications are received on an ongoing basis until October 31, 2026 or until funds are exhausted.
- A mandatory meeting with Tourisme Baie-James is required before submission for the file to be considered complete.
- Incomplete applications are postponed to the next analysis period.
- The project must align with regional sustainable tourism goals and priorities.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Tourisme Baie-James — EPRTNT – Structuring the tourism offer Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Tourisme Baie-James — EPRTNT – Structuring the tourism offer. 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 Tourisme Baie-James — EPRTNT – Structuring the tourism offer?
This program supports structuring the tourism offer in the Baie-James region with non-repayable funding of up to $200,000. It supports projects such as tourism routes, thematic products, and other initiatives that strengthen the regional tourism offer.
How much funding can be received?
Tourisme Baie-James — EPRTNT – Structuring the tourism offer Funds up to 50% of admissible expenses, capped at $200,000 per project.
Who is eligible for the Tourisme Baie-James — EPRTNT – Structuring the tourism offer program?
To be eligible for the Tourisme Baie-James — EPRTNT – Structuring the tourism offer program, you must:
Legally constituted in Quebec or Canada
Business operating in Quebec
Project based in Baie-James region
What expenses are eligible under Tourisme Baie-James — EPRTNT – Structuring the tourism offer?
Implementation of tourism routes and circuits
Development of a thematic tourism product
Other projects that structure the regional tourism offer
Who can I contact for more information about the Tourisme Baie-James — EPRTNT – Structuring the tourism offer?
You can contact Tourisme Baie-James by email at tcompaore@tourismebaiejames.com or by phone at 418-748-8140.
Where is the Tourisme Baie-James — EPRTNT – Structuring the tourism offer available?
The Tourisme Baie-James — EPRTNT – Structuring the tourism offer program is available Nord-du-Québec, Quebec.
Is the Tourisme Baie-James — EPRTNT – Structuring the tourism offer a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Tourisme Baie-James — EPRTNT – Structuring the tourism offer is a Grant and Funding