Apply for a grant to get sustainable feminine hygiene products
Some boroughs provide grants to buy sustainable menstrual products, such as washable menstrual underwear and sanitary napkins. Find out which ones.
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Ahuntsic-Cartierville, in collaboration with the Ville en vert organization, would like to encourage the use of washable hygiene products in order to reduce the quantity of landfilled waste by offering subsidies.
Eligible products
- Menstrual cups
- Washable menstrual underwear
- Washable sanitary napkins
- Washable inserts
Grant
- 50% of the pre-tax purchase cost of purchasing sustainable feminine hygiene products
- Up to a maximum of $75
- $30 minimum purchase required
One subsidy per women. Low-income families are eligible for higher levels of financial assistance. See low income cut-offs on the Statistics Canada Web site.
Who is eligible for a grant
Women residing in the borough who purchased the products betweeen January 1 and December 31 of the current year.
When to apply
Until December 31 of the current year or as long as funds last.
Required documents
- Registration form (in French) and service contract, filled out and signed
- Two proofs of borough residence that are less than two months old
- Invoice for the purchase of used or new sustainable feminine hygiene products
To benefit from social pricing, the Revenu Québec notice of assessment will also be required.
Communication channels
Point of service
Montréal, QC H4J 2N7
Point of service
Montréal, QC H3L 2E5
This grant is not available for your borough.
Eligible products:
- Menstrual cups
- Washable menstrual underwear
- Washable sanitary napkins
- Fabric to make washable sanitary napkins
Grant
- 75% of the cost of purchasing sustainable feminine hygiene products
The grant is made available to women once every 2 years.
Who is eligible for a grant
Women residing in the borough:
- who purchase sustainable feminine hygiene products or materials needed to make them
When to apply
Within 6 months of making the purchase.
Document
Required documents
Registration form
- Proof of borough residence that is less than three months old:
- Driver’s license
- Bill from a utility company (Bell, Vidéotron, Hydro-Québec, Énergir
- Cheque specimen or bank details
- Original invoice and proof of payment which is less than 6 months old
Communication channels
Éco-quartier Côte-des-Neiges
Local 591
Montréal, QC H3S 2T6
Éco-quartier Notre-Dame-de-Grâce
Suite 206
Montréal, QC H4V 1T1
Eligible products
- Reusable menstrual cups
- Washable period panties
- Washable menstrual pads
Subsidy
This program supports purchases by reimbursing 50 per cent of the cost of feminine hygiene products, up to $100 per person in one transaction per applicant. This subsidy includes purchases of reusable hygiene products.
Grants will be offered on a first-come, first-served basis until funds are spent.
Requirement
Commit to using the subsidized products.
A follow-up questionnaire about product use will be sent to program participants.
Required documents
Proof of address
Proof of purchase (original bill dated no more than 12 months prior to your application)
Completed form
Communication channels
To submit an application, visit our partner GRAME’s Web site.
Montréal, QC H8S 2B5
Eligibles products
- Reusable menstrual cups
- 100% washable menstrual panties and pads
Financial assistance offered
- Rebate of $80 Minimum purchase of $20, before tax, required Only one rebate granted per person per two-year period, subject to available funds
Eligibility
- Be a resident of the borough of LaSalle
- Agree to use feminine hygiene products for at least 2 years
- Submit supporting documents along with the completed registration and agreement form to the Maison des familles de LaSalle
Supporting documents
- Completed and signed the following registration and agreement form
- Proof of residence (utility bill from Hydro-Québec, Bell Canada, Vidéotron, Énergir (Gaz Métro), lease in good standing, driver’s licence, notice of deposit from Income Security or Employment Insurance, etc.)
- Official bill for the purchase of a minimum of $20 before tax (bill dated within 6 months of the purchase of the products covered by the financial assistance program)
Once the form is completed, please download it and send it by email to [email protected], making sure to attach the required supporting documents. You may also print out the form and bring it in person to the Maison des familles de LaSalle.
Document
Communication channels
Maison des familles de LaSalle
Montréal, QC H8R 3J3
Eligible products:
- Menstrual cups
- Washable menstrual underwear
- Washable sanitary napkins
Grant
- One hundred subsidies of $50 per women available
- Subsidies are set, and 30 per cent of the total amount will be reserved for people with low income.
- Only one subsidy per women.
Eligible for a grant
Commit to using the subsidized products.
Apply
Submit the subsidy form (in French) with all required documents.
Note that all subsidies have been used.
Required documents
- Provide proof of residence that shows your address.
- Provide cumulative proof of purchase (online, in a store or secondhand) for a total of at least $50, over the past 12 months.
Eligible products:
- Menstrual cups
- Washable menstrual underwear
- Washable menstrual sponges
- Washable sanitary napkins
- Fabric for washable sanitary napkins (including sewing materials)
Grant
- 50% of the cost of purchase, up to a maximum of $60 before taxes
The grant is made available to women once every 2 years, within the limits of the funds available and the terms and agreements in force.
Who is eligible for a grant
Women residing in the borough:
- who purchased the eligible products
More support is available for families with low incomes — 70 per cent of up to $60 for a two-year period.
Document
Required documents
Registration form (in French)
- Proof of borough residence
Copy of the bill
Communication channels
Éco-quartier du Sud-Ouest - Point of service Saint-Paul–Émard
Montréal, QC H4E 1V9
Submit your subsidy application form along with all required documents.
Once your eligibility has been evaluated, we will contact you for reimbursement. A cheque will be mailed to your address.
This grant is not available for your borough.
Eligible products:
- Menstrual cup
- Washable menstrual underwear
- Washable sanitary napkins
Grant
50% of the cost of purchasing sustainable feminine hygiene products, up to a maximum of $100
Who is eligible for a grant?
Women residing in the borough who purchased the eligible products.
If you have any questions, call PITREM at 514-356-3226, ext. 233 or write to [email protected].
Subsidy program suspended for the time being, with details pending.
Document
Required documents
- Registration form (in French)
- Proof of purchase
- Two proofs of ID
- Proof of borough residence
Communication channels
PITREM
Montréal, QC H1L 2K8
Eligible products
- Reusable menstrual cup
- Washable sanitary napkins and panty liners, washable menstrual panties
- Washable inserts
Not reimbursed: Taxes and accessories (e.g. bags, wipes, disposable inserts)
Grant
Grants are awarded on a first-come, first-served basis, before December 31, 2023, or until funds are exhausted.
Regular program
75 per cent of the cost of purchase of sustainable feminine hygiene products, up to a maximum of $75
Social pricing
For low-income households, an additional subsidy is provided: 100 per cent of the cost of purchase of sustainable feminine hygiene products, up to a maximum of $150.
Consult the low income cut-offs on the Statistics Canada website.
Information: Coop de solidarité Éconord at 514-326-5447.
Who can get the grant?
Eligibility criteria:
- Be a resident of Montreal-Nord;
- Send the duly completed grant application form and the following required documents before December 31, 2023, or until funds are exhausted;
- Commit to using hygiene products purchased with the grant for their service life;
- Have purchased the products between January 1, 2023 and December 31, 2023;
- Submit only one application per person.
Required documents
- Duly completed grant application form
- A proof of residence (electricity, tax, telephone or similar bill)
- Original invoice for the purchase (the products must have been purchased between January 1, 2023 and December 31, 2023)
Social pricing
- Recent proof of low income (notice of assessment from Revenu Québec or Canada Revenue Agency)
Communication channels
Coop de solidarité Éconord
Montréal, QC H1H 4A9
Coop de solidarité Éconord
Montréal, QC H1G 5T1
Point of service
Montréal, QC H1H 5R5
This grant is not available for your borough.
This program is offered in collaboration with VertCité.
Eligible products
- Menstrual cups
- Washable menstrual underwear
- Washable sanitary napkins
- Washable inserts
Grants offered
- A minimum purchase of $30 of eligible products per person is required for reimbursement of up to $100 per person.
- Products must have been purchased between January 1 and December 31, 2023.
Grants are available until the funds for the program (maximum of $4,500) run out.
Who can get the grant
- People living in Pierrefonds-Roxboro
Several people living at the same address can each apply.
Required documents
If more than one person lives at the same address, each person must open a file.
- Registration form filled out and signed individually
- Original individual invoices
- Proof of residence, for example:
- Driver’s license
- Public utility account (Bell Canada, Hydro-Québec, Énergir [Gaz Métro], Vidéotron, etc.)
- Statement of account from a school
- Bank statement
- Employment insurance or income security cheque stub
- Bank information for refund deposit
Document
Apply
Montréal, QC H8Y 2N9
Please bring the completed and signed form and supporting documents with you.
Eligible products:
- Menstrual cup (one per request)
- Washable menstrual underwear
- Washable sanitary napkins
Grant
- 50 per cent of the purchase price before taxes and delivery, up to a maximum of $50
- Only one application per person every three years will be accepted.
Who is eligible for a grant?
- Women residing in the borough who purchased the eligible products.
- Parents who live in the borough and purchase sustainable feminine hygiene products for their child.
Document
Required documents
Registration form (in French)
- Proof of borough residence, one the following:
- Driver’s license
- Bill from a utility company (Bell, Vidéotron, Hydro-Québec, Énergir
- Invoice for the purchase
- Proof of parentage (if necessary):
- Birth or adoption document
Communication channels
Éco de la Pointe-aux-Prairies (RDP)
Montréal, QC H1E 7E4
Courtepointe Point of service:
Éco de la Pointe-aux-Prairies (PAT)
12009 Rue Notre-Dame
Montréal (Québec) H1B 2Y8
Please submit your questions or your application, along with the completed form and supporting documents.
Eligible products:
- Menstrual cups
- Washable menstrual underwear
- Washable sanitary napkins
Grant
- $40 for purchase of the products
Who is eligible for a grant?
Borough residents who agree to use the products until they are worn out.
All the subsidies are available for an undetermined period.
Required documents
- Proof of borough residence
- Invoice for the purchase
- Cheque specimen to enable the grant to be deposited
Saint-Laurent, in collaboration with the VertCité organization, would like to encourage the use of washable hygiene products in order to reduce the quantity of landfilled waste by offering subsidies.
Eligible products:
- Menstrual cups
- Washable menstrual underwear
- Washable sanitary napkins
- Washable inserts
Grant
- 50% of the total bill, for a maximum of $150 before taxes.
- One subsidy per address and per year. If you have several purchases planned during the year, plan them so that you can submit one application with all your invoices.
Additional financial assistance is offered to low-income families, with a discount of 70 per cent up to a maximum of $210. Consult the low income cut-offs on the Statistics Canada website. See the most recent year and the size of the community of 500,000 and more.
Who is eligible for a grant?
Any person residing in the borough who purchased the products betweeen January 1, 2023, and November 30, 2023, as long as funds last.
Applications must be received by November 30, 2023.
Document
Required documents
- Registration form, filled out and signed
- Copy of a proof of residence in the borough: e.g., driver’s licence (copy on both sides of the card), public utility bill
- Copy of the purchase or rental bill
- Image on the Kijiji/Marketplace ad posted to sell a used product and the payment transaction
- Cheque specimen or banking information for the direct deposit refund
- In order to benefit from social pricing, a copy of the Revenu Québec most recent notice of assessment for each person in the household will be required.
A bill can feature various products that are eligible under the borough’s subsidy programs. However, one application form must be completed for each subsidy program. Please view the products that are eligible under the applicable programs for further details.
Communication channels
Suite 100
Montréal, QC H4L 5G4
Eligible products
- Menstrual cups (one per application)
- Washable menstrual underwear
- Washable sanitary napkins
Grant
A sum of $50 is offered (50 subsidies available until supplies are exhausted).
The subsidies will be offered based on the order in which the applications were received.
Who is eligible for a grant
Residents of Saint-Léonard
Information
Éco-quartier de Saint-Léonard:
514-328-8444
Document
Required documents
- Registration form (in French), filled out
- Proof of residence in Saint-Léonard
- Invoice for the purchase of new or used sustainable feminine hygiene products
- Cheque specimen for direct deposit
Communication channels
Point of service
Montréal, QC H1P 2J8
Point of service
Montréal, QC H1R 3B1
Verdun, in collaboration with the Maison de l’environnement de Verdun, would like to encourage the use of washable hygiene products in order to reduce the quantity of landfilled waste by offering subsidies. The goal is to help both your wallet and the environment.
Eligible products
- Menstrual cup (one per request)
- Washable menstrual underwear
- Washable sanitary napkins
Grant
- The maximum reimbursement amount is $50
- Subsidies are available until funds are exhausted
- One grant per person is awarded every three years
Grants will be offered on a first-come, first-served basis, until funds are exhausted.
Who is eligible for a grant
Women residing in the borough who purchased sustainable feminine hygiene products.
Required documents
- Online (in French)
- Proof of borough residence
- Invoice for the purchase of used or new sustainable feminine hygiene products
- Recommended (but not required): void cheque for direct deposit
Communication channels
Montréal, QC H4G 2V8
Eligible products
- Reusable menstrual hygiene products
- Menstrual cups ans washable menstrual sponges
- Washable menstrual underwear
- Washable sanitary napkins
Grant
- Refund of 50 per cent of the cost of the product (before taxes)
- $50 minimum purchase required (before taxes)
- Maximum refund: $75 per person per year
Who can get the grant?
People living in Ville-Marie who purchased the products between January 1 and December 31 of the current year.
Apply for the refund before December 31 of the current year.
Required documents
- Proof of residence (driver’s licence, lease, tax bill, etc.)
- Proof of purchase(s) of feminine hygiene products in the current year
- Online refund form available below, including supporting documents
Communication channels
To receive the grant, fill out the online application form.
If you have any questions about the program, contact the Société écocitoyenne de Montréal (SEM) by phone or email.
Eligible products:
- All reusable feminine hygiene products
- Menstrual cups
- Washable menstrual underwear
- Washable sanitary napkins
- Sponges
- Washable menstrual bathing suits
Grant
- 75% of the cost of purchasing sustainable feminine hygiene products
- Up to a maximum of $75
All grants have been awarded.
Who is eligible for a grant
- People residing in the borough who apply within 6 months of purchase.
The program is available while funds last.
When to apply
As of May 10, 2022.
Required documents
- Registration form (in French), filled out and signed
- Accepted ID with address
- Original invoice(s) for the purchase of sustainable feminine hygiene products in the buyer’s name
Communication channels
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