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CED: Tourism Growth Program in Quebec (QEDP)
This program offers up to $250,000 in repayable funding for new visitor experiences in Quebec. It is closed to new applications right now. Watch the official page for news of a reopening. Applications are closed right now and we watch for reopening.
“In Quebec, the TGP has a budget of $21.1M in financial assistance.”
From the official program page
Before you spend any money
This program is currently closed; do not spend money expecting reimbursement until you confirm if and when it reopens.
At a glance
Subject to program rules, available funding, and approval. Confirm current details with the official program administrator.
Is this for you?
- You run a Quebec-based SME or Indigenous business focused on tourism rather than just retail or food service.
- You want to attract visitors from outside Quebec or extend the tourism season in rural or remote regions.
- You need between $60,000 and $250,000 to develop new active experiences or sustainable tourism offerings.
Probably not the right fit if
- You operate a restaurant, hotel chain, travel agency, or general retail store since these are explicitly excluded.
- You are located outside Quebec or in a non-targeted urban area without specific eligibility.
- You are seeking funding for major festivals that already attract out-of-province visitors.
How much you'd realistically get
Contributions normally range from over $60,000 to $250,000, based on the minimum amount required for your project.
What may be supported
- Development of active tourism experiences (hiking, cycling, water sports).
- Projects extending the tourism season beyond peak periods.
- Indigenous tourism projects leveraging local culture and heritage.
- Sustainable tourism experiences with clear economic and environmental benefits.
What's excluded or restricted
- Major festivals and events that already attract clients from outside Quebec.
- Businesses and organizations that do not focus mainly on the tourism industry or whose services are not mainly for public use or benefit.
- Restaurants or food services.
- Hotel chains.
- Retail sector.
- Travel agencies.
How applying works
Effort: involvedIf it reopens, you will need a detailed project submission that follows the program guidelines. CED decides each project case by case.
- 01Monitor the CED website for program reopening announcements.
- 02Review the eligibility criteria to ensure your business is a tourism-focused SME or Indigenous entity in Quebec.
- 03Prepare a detailed project plan that demonstrates how you will attract visitors from outside Quebec.
- 04Submit your project according to the specific guidelines provided when the program reopens.
Who to ask: https://www.canada.ca/en/economic-development-quebec-regions/contact-us.html
Documents commonly required
- Detailed project proposal outlining tourism product development.
- Proof of business registration and tourism industry focus.
- Financial projections showing the minimum amount required for implementation.
- Evidence of location in eligible Quebec regions (rural/remote or targeted areas).
What to know before you count on it
- It is a repayable contribution for SMEs, not a grant; you must pay it back over time.
- The program is currently closed to new applications; monitor the official page for reopening.
- The official page does not say if the money is paid up front or after you spend. If the program reopens, ask CED before you apply.
- Exclusions are strict: no restaurants, hotel chains, or general retail.
What are your odds?
If the program reopens, you will need a well-documented plan that fits regional tourism goals.
Frequently asked questions
Is this money taxable?
Because it is a repayable contribution for SMEs, it is generally not considered taxable income, but confirm with your accountant.
Can I use this for my restaurant?
No. Restaurants and food services are explicitly excluded from this program.
When will it reopen?
CED has not announced a reopening date. Watch the official CED page.
Do I get the money upfront?
The official page does not say. Repayable contributions often require you to spend first and get reimbursed later. If the program reopens, ask CED before you apply.
More funding by what it pays for
What you can combine it with
You may be able to combine it with other Federal Tourism Growth Strategy funding. Ask CED.
Worth reading before you apply
Get alerted when this changes
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Page last updated ; status and deadline checked . Source: official program page.