Aide au fonctionnement pour les médias communautaires

📋 Eligible Entities - Community media organizations operating in Quebec - Print media outlets (newspapers, magazines, publications) - Internet-based media platforms and digital news organizations - Radio stations - Television stations - Non-profit media organizations - Established media entities with demonstrated community reach and editorial independence - Organizations with proven track record of serving regional Quebec communities ### 💰 Funding Details - Grant amounts vary based on project scope and organizational size - Non-repayable funding (grant structure, not loan) - Matching contribution requirements may apply (percentage to be confirmed with program administrator) - Funds allocated for operational support and sustainability - Budget year-based funding cycles - Amount dependent on demonstrated need and community impact potential ### 🛠️ Approved Expenses - Operational costs for media production and distribution - Diversification of regional information services - Content creation and editorial production - Technology and equipment for media delivery (print, digital, broadcast) - Promotion of community participation and audience engagement - Staff salaries and wages related to media operations - Distribution and circulation expenses - Digital platform development and maintenance - Community outreach and engagement initiatives ### ⚠️ Conditions & Milestones - Organization must demonstrate active community media production - Editorial independence and local relevance required - Commitment to serving Quebec regional communities - Obligation to promote community participation in media - Requirement to diversify regional information offerings - Compliance with Quebec media industry standards - Regular reporting and accountability measures - Funds must be used within specified fiscal period - Program administrator approval of detailed project plan required - Adherence to program guidelines and eligibility maintenance throughout funding period