Programme pour l’amélioration communautaire — Volet Amélioration pour les collectivités rurales

📋 Eligible Entities - Non-profit organizations (primary focus) - Community-based organizations serving rural populations - Local municipal governments (in some cases) - Charitable organizations with registered status - Organizations must be legally established and in good standing - Must serve rural communities (outside major urban centers) - Must demonstrate community benefit and public accessibility ### 💰 Funding Details - Grant Type: Non-repayable contribution (grant, not loan) - Funding Structure: Contribution-based model (likely partial funding with matching component) - Matching Requirements: Typically requires applicant or partner cost-sharing (exact ratio to be confirmed with program administrator) - Grant Size: Not specified in provided description; contact program administrator for maximum/minimum thresholds - Repayability: Non-repayable; funds do not require repayment if conditions are met ### 🛠️ Approved Expenses - Repair costs for social and recreational facilities - Renovation expenses for community infrastructure - Facilities that support community health and wellness - Facilities that enhance community vitality and engagement - Physical improvements to recreational venues - Accessibility and safety upgrades to community spaces - Building systems and structural repairs to eligible facilities ### ⚠️ Conditions & Milestones - Organization must operate facilities accessible to the public - Project must demonstrate clear community benefit and health/wellness outcomes - Facility must be located in eligible rural area - Compliance with all applicable federal, provincial, and municipal regulations required - Project completion timeline and reporting milestones must be met - Eligible organization must retain ownership or long-term control of facility - Funds must be used exclusively for approved purposes - Detailed project documentation and receipts required for reimbursement - Final project report and outcomes assessment required upon completion