Québec City Commercial-Artery Facade Renovation Grant
Quebec City pays back up to $50,000 per building for eligible facade and signage work. This is a cost-share grant, meaning you pay first and get reimbursed after the work is done and approved.
Before you spend any money
Get the city's written approval before you start work or buy anything.
At a glance
Subject to program rules, available funding, and approval. Confirm current details with the official program administrator.
Is this for you?
- You own a business on a designated commercial street in Quebec City
- You are planning exterior facade, storefront, or signage improvements
- You can secure approval before you start any work or buy materials
Probably not the right fit if
- You are located outside Quebec City or its designated commercial zones
- You have already started or finished the renovation work
- You need funding for interior renovations or non-eligible expenses
How much you'd realistically get
50% of eligible costs up to $50,000 per building (+ up to $10,000 heritage, + up to $6,000 accessibility ramp)
What may be supported
- facade renovation on a commercial artery
- signage
- visible lateral walls
- exterior spaces
- heritage element restoration
- accessibility ramp
How applying works
Effort: mediumYou apply to the city with quotes and photos, get approval before you start, then claim your costs after the work is done.
- 01Confirm your property is in the program area and funds are available
- 02Get the city's written pre-approval BEFORE starting
- 03Complete the approved work
- 04Submit your costs for reimbursement
Documents commonly required
- Quotes/estimates for the work
- Photos of the current storefront
- Proof of property ownership or owner's consent
What to know before you count on it
- You pay for the work first. The city pays back 50% of eligible costs after the work is done and inspected.
- Apply and get approved before you start any work or buy anything.
- Only buildings on Quebec City's designated commercial arteries qualify. Confirm your address with the city before you spend.
- Ask the city if money is still available before you plan the work.
What are your odds?
Your building must be on one of Quebec City's designated commercial arteries, and the city must approve the work before you start. Ask the city early whether money is still available.
More funding by what it pays for
Funding for Storefronts and Facades
Grants and loans that may help pay for storefront and facade work.
Funding for Accessibility
Grants for ramps, doors and washrooms may help pay for accessibility improvements.
Funding for Storefront Signage
Grants and loans that may help pay for new storefront signage.
Funding for Tourism
Grants and loans that may help pay for visitor marketing and online booking.
What you can combine it with
You may be able to combine this with provincial or federal programs for the same project. Ask the city and each program before you plan on using both.
Worth reading before you apply
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