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Vitalization Program - RRF4
Funding for community and economic vitality projects
Last Update: April 27, 2026
Funding available
$ 100,000
Timeline
- Closing date : January 31, 2025
Location
Côte-Nord, Quebec
Overview
This program provides up to $100,000 to support community and economic vitality projects. It funds initiatives in community development, community spaces, attraction and retention, and economic development.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Increase social or community impact
- Improve governance or administrative structure
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 100,000 $
Timeline
- Closing date : January 31, 2025
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Educational services
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Other services (except public administration)
- Public administration
Location
- Côte-Nord
- Quebec
Legal structures
- All legal structures
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Community beautification and green space projects.
- Projects improving community infrastructure and shared spaces.
- Initiatives supporting attraction and retention of residents.
- Economic development and innovative business projects.
Documents Needed
- Completed and signed application form
- Letters of support from participating organizations
- 1 to 2 quotes or shopping baskets for each planned purchase
- Resolution naming a contact person and authorizing a signatory
- Recent financial statements and organization charter
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Municipalities
- Band Councils
- Non-profit organizations
- Social economy enterprises
- Private enterprises and cooperatives
Who is not eligible
- Government administrations, except education network organizations.
- Businesses or organizations listed in the Register of enterprises ineligible for public contracts.
Eligible expenses
- Project-related costs directly linked to approved activities.
- Purchased goods and services needed for the project.
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Operating deficits, loan repayments, and working capital replenishment.
- Expenses incurred before the financial aid agreement is signed.
- Costs already paid by the Quebec government for the same project.
- Work already carried out or costs not directly related to the project.
- Loans, loan guarantees, equity investments, and refundable taxes.
Eligible geographic areas
- MRC du Golfe-du-Saint-Laurent
- Kegaska
- Chevery
- Tête-à-la-Baleine
- La Tabatière
- Old Fort Bay
- Middle Bay
- Lourdes-de-Blanc-Sablon
- Unamen-Shipu
- La Romaine
- Harrington Harbour
- Mutton Bay
- Saint-Augustin
- St. Paul's River
- Bradore
- Blanc-Sablon
- Pakuashipi
Processing and Agreement
- The application is reviewed only once it is complete.
- The project must not begin before MRC authorization.
- A financial assistance agreement applies before costs are incurred.
Additional information
- Projects must not start before MRC authorization.
- Projects must be complete and signed, with supporting documents attached.
- The promoter should prioritize local purchasing first, then Quebec suppliers.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Vitalization Program - RRF4 Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Vitalization Program - RRF4. 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 Vitalization Program - RRF4?
This program provides up to $100,000 to support community and economic vitality projects. It funds initiatives in community development, community spaces, attraction and retention, and economic development.
How much funding can be received?
Vitalization Program - RRF4 Funds up to $100,000 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Vitalization Program - RRF4 program?
To be eligible for the Vitalization Program - RRF4 program, you must:
Project must fit a vitality theme.
Application must be complete and signed.
Supporting documents are required.
What expenses are eligible under Vitalization Program - RRF4?
Community beautification and green space projects.
Projects improving community infrastructure and shared spaces.
Initiatives supporting attraction and retention of residents.
Economic development and innovative business projects.
Who can I contact for more information about the Vitalization Program - RRF4?
You can contact MRC du Golfe du Saint Laurent by email at janna.bilodeau@mrcgsl.ca or by phone at none.
Where is the Vitalization Program - RRF4 available?
The Vitalization Program - RRF4 program is available Côte-Nord, Quebec.
Is the Vitalization Program - RRF4 a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Vitalization Program - RRF4 is a Grant and Funding