Research Chair in Creative Economy & Well-Being

PROJEcTS & IMPACT > CULTURE IN THE REGIONS

For this axis, the research in the creative economy recognizes the importance of cultural and geographic diversity in economic and social development.

It explores the specific dynamics of creative industries in regions, highlighting local resources, cultural traditions and community initiatives.

The axis focusses on the creative spirit of individuals who often have to deal with more limited resources. It also aims to strengthen regional cultural ecosystems, foster social inclusion and promote local talent at provincial, national and international levels.

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Grants for CUlTURE in the Regions

Culture in the regions axis of the CREAT Chair is launching a new edition of its scholarship program divided into two (2) categories:

Bourses d’excellence | Intended for 2ᵉ and 3ᵉ cycle research students whose research project focuses on culture or art in the regions.
Bourses de mobilité étudiante | Intended for 1st, 2nd and 3rd cycle students presenting research on culture in the regions.

Applicants may propose only one (1) project per year, regardless of the Chair’s Axis. The Axis Committee reserves the right to modify or cancel any or all of the rules of this scholarship competition, at its discretion.

> Recipients EXCELLENCE SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM_2025–2026 Edition

Culture in the regions axis is pleased to announce the names of the three recipients of its Excellence Grants competition.
These individuals have distinguished themselves through the quality of their projects and their commitment to issues that are also addressed by the Axis.

Here are the recipients:

  • Roméo Martial Tapang – Doctorate in Urban Studies, Université du Québec à Montréal.
  • Benjamin Guénette-Bélec – Master degree in Business Administration, majoring in entrepreneurship, Université du Québec en Outaouais.
  • Edmond Leclerc – Master degree in Business Administration, majoring in financial services, Université du Québec en Outaouais.

Congratulations to all recipients!

> Bourse mobilité étudiante

> ELIGIBILITY

The program is aimed to students in their 1st, 2nd, and 3rd cycles who are conducting research on culture in the regions.

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> APPLICATION PACKAGE

  1. A letter of request indicating:
    • The nature, date, and location of the relevant conference;
    • The subject of the presentation, co-presenters (if any), and the connection to culture in the regions;
    • Grants or financial aid already obtained for the same conference;
    • The requested amount;
  2. An official letter confirming participation in the specified conference;
  3. A document from the organizers providing key information about the conference (nature, program, etc.);
  4. A travel budget, including a list of all expenses incurred and all revenues.

> Evaluation

Reimbursement of eligible expenses up to $1,000.

  • Accommodation expenses (for the duration of the conference and an additional day);
  • Transportation expenses;
  • Conference registration fees.

Additionally, a per diem of $62 per day for meal expenses ($14 for breakfast, $20 for lunch, $28 for dinner) is provided.

Applications should be sent to Naomie Allard, Axis Coordinator, at the following email: naomie.allard@uqo.ca

Requests will be accepted within the limit of available funds.
The Axis’s financial year begins in April. If the presentation is given jointly with a professor, they must contribute equally with their research funds.