Regional Parks Tourism Development Program (DOTPR)
$150,000
Grant, Subsidy
Description:
This program aims to:
develop a four-season, accessible and safe recreational tourism offering in Quebec’s regional parks;
ensure the development and modernization of infrastructure for tourism activities;
support the adoption of innovative and sustainable practices in order to position Quebec as a leader in sustainable and responsible tourism.
Comments on Funding:
Program assistance is calculated based on the eligible costs of the project. To be eligible for financial assistance, a project must have minimum eligible costs of $150,000. The maximum financial assistance rate is 75% of eligible costs up to a maximum of $500,000.
It is not possible to submit an application at this time.
Eligibility:
The following are eligible:
non-profit organizations (NPOs) legally constituted in Quebec;
municipalities;
regional county municipalitiesThis hyperlink will open in a new window.(MRC);
the intermunicipal authority;
cooperatives.
To be eligible, the organization must hold accreditation from the Association des parcs régionaux du Québec (PaRQ) or commit to obtaining it. An organization that does not already hold this accreditation must:
undertake the accreditation process upon receiving confirmation of the grant award;
obtain this accreditation no later than the scheduled date of the last payment of the grant.
Applicants must meet the following conditions:
Not to be or not to use the services of subcontractors registered in the Register of companies not eligible for public contracts (RENA)This hyperlink will open in a new window..
Have met all their obligations relating to the allocation of previous financial assistance from the Government of Quebec for at least two years.
Not be a Crown corporation or a corporation controlled directly or indirectly by a government (provincial or federal) or a business that is majority owned by a Crown corporation.
Not be in a situation of bankruptcy or insolvency.
Not be a for-profit company with an establishment in Quebec.
Application Steps:
Consult the Promoter ‘s Guide This hyperlink will open in a new window., as well as the following special rules:
Contract award rules ;
Policy of integration of arts into architecture ;
Equal Access Program .
Complete the financial aid form and prepare the required documents:
a business plan and/or a project development plan;
accreditation of the Quebec Regional Parks Association This hyperlink will open in a new window.;
the registration number of the tourist establishment, if applicable, or the resolution of the board of directors committing to undertake the required steps and to obtain it;
a document from a competent authority demonstrating that the operation of the establishment does not contravene the town planning regulations relating to the adopted usesThis hyperlink will open in a new window.under the Planning and Development ActThis hyperlink will open in a new window., if applicable.
Documentation Needed:
1. Consult the Promoter’s Guide and the following special rules:
– Contract award rules
– Policy of integration of arts into architecture
– Equal Access Program
2. Completed financial aid form
3. Business plan and/or project development plan
4. Accreditation of the Quebec Regional Parks Association (if applicable)
5. Registration number of the tourist establishment (if applicable) or board resolution committing to obtain it
6. Document from a competent authority demonstrating that the establishment operation complies with town planning regulations under the Planning and Development Act (if applicable)
Other Things to Note:
Submit a request
Calls for projects are held depending on financial availability.
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