How much funding can be received?

Funds up to 50% of admissible expenses, capped at $50000 per project.

What is the deadline to apply?

The deadline to apply is not specified.

Who are the financial supporters of the Tourisme Côte-Nord — EPRTNT – Hosting?

Tourisme Côte-Nord — EPRTNT – Hosting is funded by Tourisme Côte-Nord

What are Tourisme Côte-Nord — EPRTNT – Hosting's eligibility criterias?

Eligible applicants include for-profit and non-profit tourism businesses, cooperatives, municipal entities, and recognized Indigenous communities and organizations. Businesses must be legally registered in Quebec or Canada and operate within Quebec. Tourist accommodation establishments must comply with existing laws and have a registration number.

Tourisme Côte-Nord — EPRTNT – Hosting

Last Update: April 3, 2025

QC, Canada

Supports sustainable tourism enhancement in Quebec's Côte-Nord region

Tourisme Côte-Nord — EPRTNT – Hosting at a glance

Eligible Funding

Max. $50,000
Up to 50% of project cost

Timeline

Receipt of requests is now closed

Financing Type

Grant and Funding

Eligible Industries

Accommodation and food services

Grant Providers

Tourisme Côte-Nord

Status

Closed

Overview of the Tourisme Côte-Nord — EPRTNT – Hosting program

The Tourisme Côte-Nord — EPRTNT – Hosting grant offers financial support up to $50,000 to enhance and develop innovative, sustainable tourism accommodations in Quebec. Eligible activities focus on improving infrastructure, extending business operations, and providing new tourist services.

Financing terms and conditions

The financial contribution offered is non-repayable.
The maximum amount of financial intervention is $50,000 and cannot exceed 90% of eligible costs.
Minimum promoter contribution varies by type, including a maximum government aid accumulation of 50% for for-profit organizations (OBL), and up to 90% for Indigenous communities and projects in Îles-de-la-Madeleine.
Funds from the promoter or their partners cannot come from sources considered as government aid, asset transfers, or in-kind goods and services.
Cumulative government financial aid comprises contributions from municipal entities and all ministries and organizations of the Quebec and federal governments.

Eligible projects & activities

Structuring a specific territory through tourism initiatives.
Addressing a shortage of accommodation units in the region.
Enhancing the quality levels in the accommodation sector.
Extending the operational period and opening times of tourism businesses.
Offering new services tailored to tourist clientele.

Examples of admissible projects:

$ 60,000

Create an artisan support and training center

$ 35,000

Host a digital literacy program for seniors

$ 80,000

Establish a local food cooperative for urban communities

$ 100,000

Develop a mobile app for community-based healthcare services

$ 50,000

Launch a sustainability workshop series for small businesses

$ 150,000

Implement energy-efficient solutions in small manufacturing firms

Eligibility criteria of the Tourisme Côte-Nord — EPRTNT – Hosting program

The applicant must be a legally constituted organization under the laws of Quebec or Canada, conducting business in Quebec.
Eligible entities include for-profit organizations (OBL), non-profit organizations (OBNL), cooperatives, municipal entities, recognized Indigenous communities and nations, and partnerships of eligible clientele.
Tourism companies operating an accommodation establishment must comply with relevant laws and possess a valid registration number.
Adventure and nature tourism companies must have, initiate, or commit to obtaining the "Accredited Quality-Safety" or "Attested Quality-Safety" certification from Aventure Écotourisme Québec.
The applicant must not be a state-owned company, ministry, or governmental organization of Quebec or Canada.
The applicant must not be listed in the register of companies ineligible for public contracts.
The applicant must comply with the French language requirements as per the Quebec Office of the French Language regulations.

Who is eligible?

Tourism businesses including for-profit organizations (OBL).
Non-profit organizations (OBNL) in the tourism sector.
Cooperatives engaged in tourism activities.
Municipal entities such as municipalities, cities, and regions.
Indigenous communities and recognized nations, including Indigenous tourism organizations and businesses.
Groups composed of any of the above entities.

Who is not eligible

State-owned enterprises and departments or agencies of the Quebec and Canadian governments.
Businesses listed in the register of enterprises ineligible for public contracts.
Companies that are non-compliant with the francization process of the Office québécois de la langue française.

Eligible expenses

Costs for construction, reconstruction, expansion, renovation, adaptation, conversion, replacement of infrastructure or equipment, and deployment of a new tourist experience.
Fees paid to recognized professionals, including for design or engineering, technical staff, consultants for monitoring and management of eligible projects, or for report preparation fees.
Expenses related to the development, arrangement, and enhancement of land and trails.
Expenses related to the purchase and installation of specialized equipment and furniture.
Costs for acquiring boats or rolling stock to enhance the customer experience.
Acquisition costs of land, easements, and rights of way, along with other related fees, provided the land is required for the project. These costs should not be incurred with a related company or when the asset is partially or fully owned by the company's shareholders.
Surveying costs for the site.
Quality control costs on the site.
Net taxes (excluding reimbursed part) related to direct costs.
Costs associated with integrating artwork into a building or site following the "Politique d’intégration des arts à l’architecture et à l’environnement des bâtiments et des sites gouvernementaux et publics du gouvernement du Québec."

Eligible geographic areas

Companies operating in the Côte-Nord region, Quebec, Canada.

Eligibility criteria of the Tourisme Côte-Nord — EPRTNT – Hosting program

Adéquation avec les objectifs de l'EPRTNT.
Caractère structurant du projet, incluant son pouvoir d'attraction, sa portée, les retombées escomptées, la concertation avec d'autres partenaires, la création d'emplois, et l'étalement de la saison touristique.
Caractère novateur du projet.
Qualité en matière de concept, de produits et de services.
Structure et montage financiers du projet.
Pertinence du projet, incluant la clientèle touristique cible et sa diversification, l'analyse de marché, la concurrence, la qualité de l'offre, et la stratégie de marketing.
Faisabilité du projet, avec un échéancier clair, une stratégie de marketing définie, un plan d'affaires ou un devis d'études de qualité, et l'expertise du promoteur.
Prise en compte des principes de développement durable.

How to apply to the Tourisme Côte-Nord — EPRTNT – Hosting program

Preparation of the project

Develop a comprehensive business plan including a list of authorizations, attestations, certificates, or permits required for the project.
Provide 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.
Gather confirmation from financial partners, if available.
For adventure tourism businesses, obtain confirmation of receiving the "Accredited" seal or the "Quality-Safety" certificate from Aventure Écotourisme Québec.

Fill out the form

Fill out the EPRTNT financial assistance application form for the Côte-Nord region.

Gathering of the required documents

Submission of the request

Send the completed form and the required documents to the email address: gbouchard@cotenordqc.com.

Obtain additional information

Contact Guy Bouchard for any questions or additional information at 1-888-463-0808 extension 1325 or at gbouchard@cotenordqc.com.

Additional information

The contribution is a non-refundable financial grant.
The maximum financial contribution is $50,000.
The financial assistance cannot exceed 90% of eligible costs.
For construction contracts valued at $100,000 or more, a public tender is required.
Beneficiaries must comply with the charters and laws related to equality and language in Quebec.
Projects must include sustainable development measures to minimize environmental impact while creating positive social and economic benefits.
The assessment of projects will consider an overall sustainable development approach, including social and eco-responsible components.