Regional Parks Tourism Offer Development Program (DOTPR)
“Association of Regional Parks of Quebec (PaRQ)”
$250,000.00
Maximum Eligible Amount
Government Grant
Fund Type
In the context of the COVID-19 pandemic, local tourism has increased, leading to significant traffic on sites offering outdoor activities. Wanting to avoid the crowds and respect the physical distancing measures in force, many Quebeckers have flocked to nature and adventure tourism.
However, the limited reception capacity of certain regions or certain sites shows that development measures are necessary to better meet the needs of the clientele, continue to stimulate the economy of the regions, and offer activities adapted to the new health reality. and, when international travel resumes, keeping our customers in our territory and attracting new ones.
The Quebec Ministry of Tourism has granted $ 5 million in financial assistance to the Association of Quebec Regional Parks (PaRQ) to implement a program to develop tourism activities and infrastructure in regional parks.
The orientations of the Québec government's action plan for sustainable and responsible tourism are an integral part of the implementation of this program.
Goal
Ensure the development of tourist activities and infrastructure in regional parks.
Goals
- Develop an accessible and safe four-season recreational tourism offer in regional parks in Quebec.
- Ensure the development and modernization of infrastructure for tourist activities.
- Support the adoption of innovative and sustainable practices in order to position Quebec as a leader in sustainable and responsible tourism.