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MRC La Vallée-de-l’Or — Support Program for Events and Festivals - Val-d'Or - Quebec - Canada
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MRC La Vallée-de-l’Or — Support Program for Events and Festivals

Funding for events and festivals in Vallée-de-l'Or
MRC La Vallée-de-l'Or
Last Update: April 9, 2026
Funding available
$ 500 - $ 5,000
Timeline
  • Open Date : April 1, 2024
  • Closing date : March 31, 2025
Location
Val-d'Or, Abitibi-Témiscamingue, Quebec, Canada

Overview

This program provides non-repayable funding of up to $5,000 for events and festivals in MRC de La Vallée-de-l’Or. It supports public activities that generate economic benefits, with eligible expenses such as equipment rental, artist fees, promotion, technical services, permits, and security.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.

At a glance

Funding available

Financing goals
  • Develop strategic partnerships
  • Develop a new program or service
  • Increase social or community impact
Eligible Funding
  • Maximum amount : 5,000 $
  • Minimum amount : 500 $
  • Up to 70% of project cost
Timeline
  • Open Date : April 1, 2024
  • Closing date : March 31, 2025

Eligible candidates

Eligible Industries
  • Arts, entertainment and recreation
Location
  • La Vallée-de-l’Or
  • Val-d'Or
  • Abitibi-Témiscamingue
  • Quebec
Legal structures
  • Non-profit
  • Public or Parapublic institution
Annual revenue
  • All revenue ranges
Organisation size
  • All organization sizes
Audience
  • Indigenous Peoples
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
  • Culture and Arts
  • Sports
  • Other Recreation and Social Clubs
Target groups
  • General public
Revenue structures
  • All structures
Scope
  • Regional

Next steps

1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility

Activities funded

  • Public events and festivals with a themed program of activities
  • Events and festivals designed to attract significant visitor traffic
  • Activities held on the Vallée-de-l’Or territory

Documents Needed

  • Completed and signed application form
  • Visibility plan and promotional actions
  • Current year budget forecasts
  • Board of directors list and charter copy
  • Latest annual activity report and financial statements

Eligibility

Who is eligible?

  • Non-profit organizations based in Vallée-de-l’Or
  • Municipalities of Vallée-de-l’Or
  • Indigenous communities of Kitcisakik and Lac Simon
  • MRC de La Vallée-de-l’Or

Who is not eligible

  • Private companies
  • Religious organizations
  • Political organizations
  • Events with only a local scope
  • Virtually delivered projects or events with more than 30% virtual programming

Eligible expenses

  • Equipment, material, and room rentals
  • Artist fees
  • Advertising and promotion
  • Sound and technical services
  • Permits, security, animation, and resale materials

Ineligible Costs and Activities

  • Regular operating expenses
  • Expenses incurred before the application is submitted
  • Leasehold improvements and federation membership fees
  • Debt servicing, deficit financing, salaries and benefits
  • Virtual-only projects, fundraising activities, and profit-making events

Eligible geographic areas

  • Vallée-de-l’Or
  • Municipalities within the Vallée-de-l’Or territory
  • Kitcisakik
  • Lac Simon

Processing and Agreement

  • Applications are reviewed on an ongoing basis while funds remain available.
  • Projects are assessed against the MRC’s evaluation criteria and available budget.
  • Approved projects require a financial assistance agreement with the MRCVO.
  • Final payment is released after the final report is accepted and supporting expense documents are provided.

Additional information

  • Applications are accepted continuously while funds are available.
  • The program covers events and festivals held between April 1, 2024 and March 31, 2025.
  • Projects must follow the MRCVO donations, sponsorships and financial assistance policy, including visibility requirements.
  • The MRCVO may exceptionally approve requests that do not meet certain criteria or award higher amounts for an extraordinary opportunity.

Contacts

nathalieboucher@mrcvo.qc.ca
819 825-7733 poste 263

Frequently Asked Questions about the MRC La Vallée-de-l’Or — Support Program for Events and Festivals Program

Here are answers to the most common questions about the MRC La Vallée-de-l’Or — Support Program for Events and Festivals. 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 MRC La Vallée-de-l’Or — Support Program for Events and Festivals?

This program provides non-repayable funding of up to $5,000 for events and festivals in MRC de La Vallée-de-l’Or. It supports public activities that generate economic benefits, with eligible expenses such as equipment rental, artist fees, promotion, technical services, permits, and security.

How much funding can be received?

MRC La Vallée-de-l’Or — Support Program for Events and Festivals Funds up to 70% of admissible expenses, capped at $5,000 per project.

What is the deadline to apply?

The application deadline for this grant program was March 31, 2025.

Who is eligible for the MRC La Vallée-de-l’Or — Support Program for Events and Festivals program?

To be eligible for the MRC La Vallée-de-l’Or — Support Program for Events and Festivals program, you must: Eligible legal structure Event held in Vallée-de-l’Or Balanced budget and visibility plan

What expenses are eligible under MRC La Vallée-de-l’Or — Support Program for Events and Festivals?

Public events and festivals with a themed program of activities Events and festivals designed to attract significant visitor traffic Activities held on the Vallée-de-l’Or territory

Who can I contact for more information about the MRC La Vallée-de-l’Or — Support Program for Events and Festivals?

You can contact MRC La Vallée-de-l'Or by email at nathalieboucher@mrcvo.qc.ca or by phone at 819 825-7733 poste 263.

Where is the MRC La Vallée-de-l’Or — Support Program for Events and Festivals available?

The MRC La Vallée-de-l’Or — Support Program for Events and Festivals program is available Abitibi-Témiscamingue, Quebec.

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