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The MRC Pontiac invites organizations, municipalities, schools, libraries, and artist collectives to submit projects as part of its call for projects \u201cCultivating Reading,\u201d an initiative aimed at promoting literacy and strengthening cultural vitality throughout the region.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This call for proposals is part of the cultural development agreement with the Government of Quebec and has a budget of $20,000 to support creative, accessible, and unifying projects. Proposals must place reading and literacy at the heart of their activities and encourage participation by all generations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Did you know that there are several types of literacy?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Beyond reading and writing, literacy encompasses a variety of skills: civic (citizen participation), cultural (understanding traditions and history), family (family learning), financial, digital, health, workplace, and even mathematics. These dimensions are essential for thriving in daily life and in the community.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Some inspiring ideas:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 Intergenerational reading or writing clubs ;<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 Writing awareness workshops for parents and children ;<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 Digital literacy for seniors ;<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 Reading tents in parks ;<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 Storytelling and legend evenings, gardens, or word walls.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conditions and funding:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 Projects carried out in the MRC Pontiac territory ;<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 Free activities open to the public ;<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 Maximum financial contribution: $5,000 per project (up to 80% of eligible expenses) ;<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 A minimum contribution of 20% of the total project cost is required.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Deadline for submitting a project: February 25, 2026, at noon.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Applications must be sent by email to m.gionet@mrcpontiac.qc.ca<\/a> between January 19 and February 25, 2026.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

To view the complete guide and application form, visit: https:\/\/mrcpontiac.qc.ca\/en\/business\/support-and-funding\/cultural-fund\/<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For questions:
Marie Gionet<\/strong>
<\/strong>Economic Development Commissioner \u2013 Culture and Heritage
819 648-5689, poste 129 | m.gionet@mrcpontiac.qc.ca<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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