How much funding can be received?

Funds up to 90% 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 – Structuring the tourism offer?

Tourisme Côte-Nord — EPRTNT – Structuring the tourism offer is funded by Tourisme Côte-Nord

What are Tourisme Côte-Nord — EPRTNT – Structuring the tourism offer's eligibility criterias?

The applicant must be a legally constituted entity under Quebec or Canadian law and operate in Quebec. Eligible applicants include for-profit businesses, non-profit organizations, cooperatives, recognized Indigenous communities and entities, regional tourism associations, and municipal entities. Applicants must comply with tourism establishment regulations, hold necessary certifications, and have met previous grant commitments, if applicable.

Tourisme Côte-Nord — EPRTNT – Structuring the tourism offer

Last Update: April 5, 2025

QC, Canada

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

Tourisme Côte-Nord — EPRTNT – Structuring the tourism offer at a glance

Eligible Funding

Max. $50,000
Up to 90% of project cost

Timeline

Receipt of requests is now closed

Financing Type

Grant and Funding

Eligible Industries

Arts, entertainment and recreation
Accommodation and food services

Grant Providers

Tourisme Côte-Nord

Status

Closed

Overview of the Tourisme Côte-Nord — EPRTNT – Structuring the tourism offer program

The "Tourisme Côte-Nord — EPRTNT – Structuring the tourism offer" grant provides up to $50,000 in non-repayable funding to support the development of innovative and sustainable regional tourism projects. Eligible activities include establishing routes, circuits, and thematic product development that contribute to a distinctive tourism offer.

Financing terms and conditions

The financial aid offered is a non-repayable financial contribution.
The maximum financial intervention is $50,000 and cannot exceed 90% of eligible costs.
The promoter's minimum fund contribution varies based on the type of clientele, with a 50% minimum for for-profit organizations (OBL), 20% for non-profit organizations (OBNL) and cooperatives, and 10% for Indigenous communities or entities in the Îles-de-la-Madeleine.
Government financial assistance cannot be accumulated from public contracts or asset transfers.
Eligible costs include fees for specialized firms or consultants, travel expenses, general expenses, salaries, social benefits for resources dedicated to the project, and net taxes related to eligible costs.
Contract awards require a public call for tenders for construction contracts of $100,000 or more.
Projects with construction or expansion costs of $150,000 or more are subject to the Policy on the Integration of Arts in Architecture and the Environment of Government and Public Buildings and Sites.
Any financial assistance granted surpassing $100,000 to an OBL with more than 100 employees must include the commitment to implement an equal access program compliant with the Charter of Human Rights and Freedoms.
All companies must comply with the Official and Common Language of Quebec law, ensuring activities are conducted in French.
The environmental sustainability of projects is taken into account as part of the assessment process.

Eligible projects & activities

Implementation of tourist routes and circuits.
Development of a thematic tourism product.
Projects demonstrating a structuring of the tourism offer with a regional impact.

Examples of admissible projects:

$ 60,000

Establishing a renewable energy community hub

Eligibility criteria of the Tourisme Côte-Nord — EPRTNT – Structuring the tourism offer program

The applicant must be a legally constituted business or entity under the laws of Quebec or Canada and must operate within Quebec.
Eligible applicants include for-profit organizations, non-profit organizations, cooperatives, municipal entities, recognized Indigenous communities and organizations, regional tourism associations with additional financial partners, or any combination of these.
The applicant must comply with applicable laws and regulations, such as having a valid establishment number for tourism accommodations.
Nature and adventure tourism businesses must have or be in the process of obtaining the "Accredited Quality-Safety" or "Certified Quality-Safety" seal from Aventure Écotourisme Québec.
Applicants must not be state-owned enterprises, ministries, or non-compliant with the language requirements of the Office québécois de la langue française.
Projects must be structurally beneficial to the region, impacting more than one regional county municipality (MRC) and demonstrate potential for generating outcomes for multiple partners.
The applicant must show previous compliance with funding requirements if they have received prior grants.
Projects must extend over a period longer than three years and demonstrate sustainability.

Who is eligible?

For-profit organizations in the tourism sector.
Non-profit organizations in the tourism industry.
Cooperatives involved in tourism activities.
Municipal entities.
Indigenous communities and nations recognized by the National Assembly, including Indigenous tourism organizations and businesses.
Regional tourism associations with financial backing from partners other than EPRTNT.
Any grouping of the aforementioned eligible applicants.

Who is not eligible

State-owned enterprises and ministries and agencies of the governments of Quebec and Canada.
Companies registered in the register of enterprises ineligible for public contracts.
Businesses not in compliance with the francization process of the Office québécois de la langue française.
Projects related to tourist accommodation establishments that do not comply with current laws and regulations.
Companies not legally constituted under the laws of Quebec or Canada or not doing business in Quebec.

Eligible expenses

Fees for specialized firms or consultants.
Travel expenses comparable to those of the ATR.
General expenses, salaries, and benefits for human resources specifically devoted to the completion of the promoter's project.
Net taxes related to eligible costs, excluding the refundable portion.

Eligible geographic areas

Businesses operating in the Côte-Nord region of Quebec, Canada.

Eligibility criteria of the Tourisme Côte-Nord — EPRTNT – Structuring the tourism offer program

Alignment with the objectives of the EPRTNT.
The structuring nature of the project, including its attraction power, scope, impact, collaboration with other partners, job creation, and season extension.
The innovative aspect of the project.
Quality in terms of concept, products, and services.
Financial structure and project financing.
Relevance considering the significantly tourist clientele and its diversification, market, competition, quality of offering, marketing strategy, and partnerships.
Feasibility, including timeline, marketing strategy, quality of business plan or study design, and expertise of the promoter.
Incorporation of sustainable development principles.

How to apply to the Tourisme Côte-Nord — EPRTNT – Structuring the tourism offer program

Fill out the form

Download the form "Financial Assistance Application EPRTNT Côte-Nord region".
Complete all required sections of the form with the requested information.

Gather the required documents

Prepare the project plan detailing the deliverables and the impacts over three years.
Provide the financial statements for the last two years, if applicable.
Include a projected income-expenditure statement covering the duration of the project.
Attach the board resolution or equivalent that authorizes the signature of the application.
Obtain a confirmation from financial partners, if available.
For adventure tourism businesses, include a confirmation of the "Accredited" seal or prove that the process to obtain it has been initiated.

Submission of the request

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

Follow-up and assistance

For any questions or to obtain additional information, contact Guy Bouchard at the following number: 1-888-463-0808 ext. 1325.
Use the following address for further communications: gbouchard@cotenordqc.com.

Additional information

The financial assistance offered is a non-repayable contribution.
The maximum amount of the financial intervention is $50,000 and cannot exceed 90% of eligible costs.
For projects involving agrotourism or gourmet tourism, essential infrastructure and equipment costs related to the visitor experience may be considered.
Financial aid cannot be sourced from government aid applicable under the calculation of cumulative financial aids, asset transfers, or contributions in goods and services.
Proponents are obligated to conduct a public call for tenders for construction contracts valued at $100,000 or more.
For projects costing $150,000 or more, the integration of arts into architecture and government sites is required.
Financial assistance of $100,000 or more to a for-profit organization with over 100 employees necessitates an implementation of an equal access program.
Compliance with Quebec’s official language law is mandatory for all businesses operating within the province.
Projects must account for sustainable development principles in their global approach.
Required documentation includes a completed Excel form, project plan, recent financial statements, projected revenue-expense for project duration, board resolution authorizing the signatory, financial partner confirmation if available, and adventure tourism safety certification if applicable.