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MRC La Vallée-de-l'Or — Support Program for Structuring Projects (PSPS)

Support for community-focused structuring projects
MRC La Vallée-de-l'Or
Last Update: April 9, 2026
Funding available
$ 25,000
Timeline
  • Open Date : April 1, 2024
Location
Abitibi-Témiscamingue, Quebec, Canada

Overview

This program supports structuring projects that improve living environments and local quality of life in the MRC de La Vallée-de-l'Or. It provides up to $25,000 for eligible projects involving social, community, sustainable, environmental, or economic development activities.
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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 : 25,000 $
  • Up to 60.000004% of project cost
Timeline
  • Open Date : April 1, 2024

Eligible candidates

Eligible Industries
  • Educational services
  • Health care and social assistance
  • Arts, entertainment and recreation
  • Other services (except public administration)
  • Public administration
Location
  • La Vallée-de-l’Or
  • Abitibi-Témiscamingue
  • Quebec
Legal structures
  • Non-profit
  • Public or Parapublic institution
  • 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
  • Social Services
  • Environment
  • Economic, Social and Community Development
  • Civic and Advocacy Organizations
Target groups
  • General public
  • Indigenous peoples
  • Rural / Remote communities
Revenue structures
  • All structures
Scope
  • Regional

Next steps

1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility

Activities funded

  • Structuring projects that improve living environments
  • Projects supporting social, community, sustainable, environmental, and economic development
  • Projects that mobilize local stakeholders and strengthen existing services or assets

Documents Needed

  • Completed and signed application form
  • Project cost quotes
  • Authorization form for the applicant's representative
  • Letters patent
  • Financial statements

Eligibility

Who is eligible?

  • Municipalities and municipal organizations
  • Non-profit incorporated organizations
  • Non-financial cooperatives
  • Organizations in education, health, culture, environment, heritage, or social services
  • Indigenous band councils

Who is not eligible

  • Private for-profit businesses
  • Financial cooperatives

Eligible expenses

  • Professional fees
  • Capital expenditures for land, buildings, equipment, machinery, vehicles, and incorporation costs
  • Technology, software, and patent acquisition
  • Working capital for the first year of operation
  • Volunteer hours, up to 20% of project cost

Ineligible Costs and Activities

  • Landfill, waste-treatment, aqueduct, sewer, roadway, fire, and safety works or services normally covered by municipal or government budgets
  • Repairs to buildings owned by a municipality
  • Motorized recreational trails
  • Costs incurred before the municipal council resolution date
  • Debt service, future loan repayments, and financing for already completed projects
  • Hiring, salaries, and employer payroll costs
  • Normal operating expenses of eligible organizations

Eligible geographic areas

  • All municipalities within the MRC de La Vallée-de-l'Or
  • Kitcisakik
  • Lac Simon

Processing and Agreement

  • Applications are reviewed by the MRC and then analyzed by the Economic Investment Committee
  • The committee makes recommendations to the council of mayors based on evaluation criteria and available funds
  • The council of mayors makes the final decision
  • Applicants receive the decision by letter with a supporting resolution
  • Approved projects require a financial assistance agreement with the MRC

Additional information

  • The program covers the period from April 1, 2024 to March 31, 2025.
  • Incomplete applications are refused.
  • Successful projects require a financial assistance agreement with the MRC.
  • The beneficiary must acknowledge the MRC in communications about the project.

Contacts

nathalieboucher@mrcvo.qc.ca
819 825-7733

Frequently Asked Questions about the MRC La Vallée-de-l'Or — Support Program for Structuring Projects (PSPS) Program

Here are answers to the most common questions about the MRC La Vallée-de-l'Or — Support Program for Structuring Projects (PSPS). 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 Structuring Projects (PSPS)?

This program supports structuring projects that improve living environments and local quality of life in the MRC de La Vallée-de-l'Or. It provides up to $25,000 for eligible projects involving social, community, sustainable, environmental, or economic development activities.

How much funding can be received?

MRC La Vallée-de-l'Or — Support Program for Structuring Projects (PSPS) Funds up to 60.000004% of admissible expenses, capped at $25,000 per project.

Who is eligible for the MRC La Vallée-de-l'Or — Support Program for Structuring Projects (PSPS) program?

To be eligible for the MRC La Vallée-de-l'Or — Support Program for Structuring Projects (PSPS) program, you must: Eligible organization type Community support required Project feasible within 24 months

What expenses are eligible under MRC La Vallée-de-l'Or — Support Program for Structuring Projects (PSPS)?

Structuring projects that improve living environments Projects supporting social, community, sustainable, environmental, and economic development Projects that mobilize local stakeholders and strengthen existing services or assets

Who can I contact for more information about the MRC La Vallée-de-l'Or — Support Program for Structuring Projects (PSPS)?

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

Where is the MRC La Vallée-de-l'Or — Support Program for Structuring Projects (PSPS) available?

The MRC La Vallée-de-l'Or — Support Program for Structuring Projects (PSPS) program is available Abitibi-Témiscamingue, Quebec.

Is the MRC La Vallée-de-l'Or — Support Program for Structuring Projects (PSPS) a grant, loan, or tax credit?

MRC La Vallée-de-l'Or — Support Program for Structuring Projects (PSPS) is a Grant and Funding

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