MENSTRUAL PANTS SUBSIDIES
Did you know that you could benefit from grants to finance your period panties?
Several municipalities in Quebec encourage the purchase of durable hygienic products, including menstrual panties, by offering subsidy programs. You could save a lot of money, while doing something for the planet.
MONTREAL AND ITS SURROUNDINGS
Grant offered
50% of the costs associated with the purchase of sustainable feminine hygiene products
A maximum amount of $75 is offered.
A minimum purchase of $30 before taxes required. The refund amount is based on the price of purchases before taxes.
Only one grant per person is awarded. More support is available to low-income families.
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75% of the costs associated with the purchase of sustainable feminine hygiene products.
The subsidy is paid per woman, every 2 years.
The refund amount is based on the price of purchases before taxes.
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This program will support purchasing by reimbursing 50% of the cost of acquiring hygiene products up to $100 per person on a single transaction per applicant over the duration of the program (January 1 to May 1, 2022).
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$50 per woman (100 grants available). The subsidies are fixed, and 30% of the total amount will be reserved for low-income people, having had an income equal to or less, for the previous year, of $18,821 for a one-person household; $26,618 for two people; $32,600 for three people and $37,643 for a household of four people. Only one grant per person will be awarded.
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50% of fees related to purchase costs, for a maximum of $60 before taxes.
The subsidy is paid per woman, every 2 years, within the limits of available funds and the terms and agreements in force.
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50% of the purchase cost before taxes, for a maximum of $50.
The subsidy is paid per woman, every 3 years.
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50% of the total bill for a maximum of $75 before taxes. Only one grant per person is awarded.
Higher support is offered to low-income families, i.e. a 70% discount up to $105.
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50% of the total amount before taxes for the purchase of sustainable feminine hygiene products. Reimbursement goes up to a maximum amount of $100 per person.
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75% of costs associated with the purchase of sustainable feminine hygiene products. A maximum amount of $75 is offered.
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The amount of financial assistance granted under this program is 50% of the cost of acquisition or rental of reusable hygiene products before taxes. Financial assistance is set at $225 per calendar year per residence.
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The subsidy can reach up to $100 per person for sustainable feminine hygiene products.
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Subsidies are intended for residents and not businesses/businesses.
To be eligible, requests must require a minimum reimbursement of $15.
Only one application per residence will be accepted per year.
The purchase must have been made between January 1 and December 31 of the current year.
Financial assistance corresponds to 50% of the cost (after taxes) of one or more recognized product(s), up to $50.
Financial aid is paid by direct deposit only.
Grant offered
The grant covers 50% of the total amount spent on the purchase of reusable feminine hygiene products for a maximum amount of eligible expenses, which is up to $75.
To be eligible, you must reside in Beloeil and claim the subsidy no later than 6 months following the purchase of these products. The purchase of reusable feminine hygiene products must have been made after the date of entry into force of this regulation. (July 15, 2020).
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A mail-in rebate of a maximum of $50 is offered for the purchase of sustainable feminine hygiene products.
Only one grant per person per year can be awarded. Several people residing at the same address can submit a grant application.
Minors are also eligible for the subsidy. The parent or legal guardian can file the application on their behalf.
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Citizens can benefit from financial assistance for the purchase of reusable diapers and durable feminine hygiene products. An amount of 50% of the purchase cost before taxes is granted, up to a maximum of $125 per user. A maximum amount of $250 per family is authorized.
Submit the request within six months of purchase.
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Financial assistance corresponding to 50% of the cost of purchasing eligible reusable feminine hygiene products, up to $100, per citizen, taxes included.
Financial assistance is increased to 75% of the purchase cost, up to $100, per citizen, on each invoice for products purchased in a Boucherville business.
Maximum of one request per calendar year, per citizen.
Maximum of one year between purchase and submission of the financial aid application.
Grant offered
A refund of 50% of the purchase price up to:
- $75 for product purchases made in a local business located in Brossard
- $50 for product purchases made outside Brossard
Make the request no later than 12 months following the purchase of reusable feminine hygiene products.
Only one grant per address can be paid.
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The reimbursement of all products provided for in the policy relating to the purchase of zero waste products is 50% of the purchase costs, up to $100 per year per residence.
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The subsidy corresponds to 50% of the amount disbursed (taxes included), up to $100 per person.
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For washable sanitary products, a household can claim subsidies for all eligible products in this category up to a total amount of $300.
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50% for purchases before taxes, up to $50. Limit of one grant per woman, per year.
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Subsidy covering up to 50% of the purchase price of durable personal hygiene products, up to $100 per person.
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The discount granted is equivalent to 50% of the total amount paid for the acquisition of reusable feminine hygiene products for a maximum amount of eligible expenses of $100.
Only one rebate can be paid per applicant.
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Subsidy of up to $40 per 3-year period for the purchase of sustainable feminine hygiene products.
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Financial assistance corresponding to 50% of the purchase cost of certain washable hygiene products, up to $250.
Each citizen can make only one request per product category and must be the user of the product.
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This financial assistance program consists of a subsidy of 50% of the cost of acquiring reusable hygiene products (before taxes).
Financial assistance cannot exceed $100 per user. A 25% bonus is granted when the purchase is made from a local merchant.
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A single grant of 50% of the invoice amount before taxes up to a maximum amount of $50 per citizen.
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The financial assistance granted to the eligible person corresponds to 50% of the cost of acquiring reusable hygienic products, taking into account applicable taxes, provided that the amount allocated to this eligible person cannot exceed the maximum sum of $50 for a or several purchases for the reusable hygiene products component.
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To encourage the use of zero-waste everyday products, the City of Vaudreuil-Dorion reimburses 50% of the costs of purchasing reusable products replacing a single-use product, up to $100 per year per residence.
The reimbursement is increased to 75% if all the products were purchased from a Vaudreuil-Dorion company.
The city of Longueuil offers a financial assistance program for the purchase of sustainable menstrual products.
75% of the purchase cost, up to $150.
ELSEWHERE IN QUEBEC
Grant offered
Financial assistance of 50% of the acquisition cost of reusable hygiene products for a maximum of $100 per user.
Depending on the availability of funds within the set budget.
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A 50% refund is now offered to citizens on the purchase of certain washable and reusable hygiene products.
Once the purchase is completed, each applicant must provide the requested supporting documents in order to obtain a reimbursement of up to $200 maximum per residence, per year.
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Claims must be made in increments of $100 up to a maximum of $200 per person.
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Financial assistance program for the purchase of sustainable feminine hygiene products amounting to 50% of the purchase costs, up to $50 per citizen.
Subvention de 100 $ par personne par période de 2 ans.
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Citizens who opt to purchase sustainable feminine hygiene products will receive a subsidy equivalent to 50% of the purchase cost up to $100 per person.
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The amount eligible for financial assistance may vary from one municipality to another. The CMA contributes 50% of the municipal subsidy for a maximum of $50 per request.
Grant offered
The amount eligible for financial assistance may vary from one municipality to another. The CMA contributes 50% of the municipal subsidy for a maximum of $50 per request.
Grant offered
The amount eligible for financial assistance may vary from one municipality to another. The CMA contributes 50% of the municipal subsidy for a maximum of $50 per request.
Grant offered
The amount eligible for financial assistance may vary from one municipality to another. The CMA contributes 50% of the municipal subsidy for a maximum of $50 per request.
Grant offered
The amount eligible for financial assistance may vary from one municipality to another. The CMA contributes 50% of the municipal subsidy for a maximum of $50 per request.
Grant offered
The amount eligible for financial assistance may vary from one municipality to another. The CMA contributes 50% of the municipal subsidy for a maximum of $50 per request.
Grant offered
The amount eligible for financial assistance may vary from one municipality to another. The CMA contributes 50% of the municipal subsidy for a maximum of $50 per request.
Grant offered
The amount eligible for financial assistance may vary from one municipality to another. The CMA contributes 50% of the municipal subsidy for a maximum of $50 per request.
Grant offered
The amount eligible for financial assistance may vary from one municipality to another. The CMA contributes 50% of the municipal subsidy for a maximum of $50 per request.
Grant offered
The amount eligible for financial assistance may vary from one municipality to another. The CMA contributes 50% of the municipal subsidy for a maximum of $50 per request.
Grant offered
The amount eligible for financial assistance may vary from one municipality to another. The CMA contributes 50% of the municipal subsidy for a maximum of $50 per request.
Grant offered
The amount eligible for financial assistance may vary from one municipality to another. The CMA contributes 50% of the municipal subsidy for a maximum of $50 per request.
Grant offered
The amount eligible for financial assistance may vary from one municipality to another. The CMA contributes 50% of the municipal subsidy for a maximum of $50 per request.
Grant offered
The amount eligible for financial assistance may vary from one municipality to another. The CMA contributes 50% of the municipal subsidy for a maximum of $50 per request.
Grant offered
The amount eligible for financial assistance may vary from one municipality to another. The CMA contributes 50% of the municipal subsidy for a maximum of $50 per request.
Grant offered
The amount eligible for financial assistance may vary from one municipality to another. The CMA contributes 50% of the municipal subsidy for a maximum of $50 per request.
Grant offered
The amount eligible for financial assistance may vary from one municipality to another. The CMA contributes 50% of the municipal subsidy for a maximum of $50 per request.
Grant offered
The amount eligible for financial assistance may vary from one municipality to another. The CMA contributes 50% of the municipal subsidy for a maximum of $50 per request.
Grant offered
The amount eligible for financial assistance may vary from one municipality to another. The CMA contributes 50% of the municipal subsidy for a maximum of $50 per request.
Grant offered
The amount eligible for financial assistance may vary from one municipality to another. The CMA contributes 50% of the municipal subsidy for a maximum of $50 per request.
The Municipality of Saint-Hyacinthe offers subsidies for sustainable sanitary products for all reusable menstrual hygiene products.
The regular subsidy covers 50% of the cost of purchasing menstrual and incontinence products purchased in a store with an address in Quebec with a maximum of $75.
Fill out the form on the municipality's website and complete the requested documents.
The Municipality of Saint-Hippolyte offers subsidies for sustainable sanitary products for all reusable menstrual hygiene products.
The Municipality of Saint-Hippolyte reimburses 50% of purchase costs up to $100 per person per year.
Complete the form and complete with the original purchase invoice and proof of residence.
The municipality of Saint-Jean-sur-Richelieu wishes to encourage more eco-responsible lifestyle habits by granting eligible residents financial assistance for the acquisition or rental of reusable hygienic products.
The subsidy covers the purchase of 50% of the cost of acquisition or rental of reusable hygiene products (before taxes). Financial assistance cannot exceed $100 per user.
1.Complete the form
2.Copy of proof of residence
3.Copy of proof of purchase with applicable taxes
The municipality of Saint-Jude wishes to encourage more eco-responsible lifestyle habits by granting eligible residents financial assistance for the acquisition or rental of reusable hygiene products.
The subsidy covers the purchase up to 50% of the purchase cost up to $50
Terms
- Be a resident of the municipality of Saint-Jude
- If the applicant is an owner, his municipal tax bill must not indicate any arrears
- For any applicant, no amount must be owed to the Leisure Department and the Élise-Courville Media Library
- The purchase must be made within 3 months preceding the request
- Only one request per year
- For applicants aged 18 and under, the application must be made by the parent or guardian
- Copy of proof of residenceCopy of proof of purchase
Complete the form
Submit the application as well as the required documents to the email address: adminstjude@mrcmaskoutains.qc.ca or go to the municipal office located at 940, rue du Center, in Saint-Jude.
The municipality of Saint-Marc-De-Figuery wishes to encourage more eco-responsible lifestyle habits by granting eligible residents financial assistance for the acquisition or rental of reusable hygienic products.
The subsidy covers the purchase up to 50% of the purchase cost up to $100 per person per period of 2 years.
Conditions and procedures
- Be a resident of the municipality of Saint-Marc-De-Figuery
- Only one request per 2 years
- Copy of proof of residence
- Copy of proof of purchase
Go to the municipality office with these documents to submit your request.
Municipality of Saint-Marc-de-Figuery, 162, chemin des Prés, Saint-Marc-de-Figuery, Quebec, J0Y 1J0
Terms
Be a resident of the City of Sainte-Marthe-sur-le-Lac;
Have purchased durable personal hygiene products during the year of application;
A maximum of one (1) reimbursement request per person per three years is accepted;
Complete the reimbursement form and attach the required documents.
Required documents
Proof of residence;
Document to identify the child, his date of birth and the relationship with the resident parent;
Proof of purchase of durable personal hygiene products (original invoice including company name, GST and QST numbers, product name, detailed price and date of purchase). For ready-made durable personal hygiene products, proof of purchase of fabrics and accessories needed to make them AND a photo of the made products (the photo must be signed and dated).
The subsidy covers the purchase up to 50% of the purchase cost up to $100 per person.
Documents and procedures
- Copy of proof of residence from the municipality of Sainte-Martine
- Copy of proof of purchase
- Fill out the form
The Saint-Paul municipality offers financial compensation of 50% of the purchase cost up to $50 per person.
Terms
- Only one request per person
- For applicants aged 17 and under, the request must be made by a parent or guardian.
Necessary documents
- The duly completed form
- The original purchase invoice(s)
- Proof of residence
Submit the documents to Saint-Paul town hall:
10, Chemin Delangis
Saint-Paul (Quebec)
J0K 3E0
For more information: 450 759-4040, ext. 228
Contact the city to submit the application and for more information.
https://www.villest-pie.ca/fr/nous-joindre
Click here to access the form.
The subsidy covers 50% of the purchase, up to a limit of $50 per person.
Procedure & conditions
- Submit the request within 6 months of purchase
- Duly completed form
- A dated and signed proof of purchase
- Proof of residence.
50% of the invoice amount will be refunded up to $100
Terms
Submit the request within 6 months of purchase
Documents
- Recent proof of residence
- Purchase invoice (with the name and contact details of the person making the request)
-The duly completed form
Person with average or higher income: 50% of the cost (before taxes up to $150). Low-income person: 75% of the cost (before taxes up to $200) An additional 10% will be added to either of the percentages above for: any second-hand purchase, any self-made product -even.
Terms
- Minimum purchase of $35
- Submit the request within 12 months of purchase
- For online purchases, the delivery address must be the same as the residence address
- Taxes, shipping and customs charges are not eligible for a refund
- Commit to using the subsidized products or services
Documents required to submit an application
- Proof of residence (Valid for the current year)
- Purchase invoices (minimum of $35)
- Specimen check
To submit a request: https://www.sherbrooke.ca/fr/requetes/programme-d-aide-financiere-pour-les-produits-d-hygiene-durables/1
For any questions about this program, write to us at hygiene.durable@sherbrooke.ca
50% of the purchase cost, taxes included, up to $50. Limit of one grant per year, per user.
Steps
- Complete the form and send it to the Leisure Department, within 6 months of purchasing durable feminine hygiene products.
- The original invoice for the purchase of sustainable feminine hygiene products (a photo or a legible copy is accepted).
50% of the purchase cost, excluding taxes, up to $50. Limit of one grant per 5 years, per person.
Terms
- Be a resident of the city of Terrebonne
- Be a parent or guardian of the person under 14 years old concerned by the grant request
- Request must be submitted no later than 6 months after purchase of eligible products
Documents
- 2 proofs of residence
- The completed form
- The purchase invoice(s)
Up to a maximum of $50 per person.
Terms
- only 1 refund will be granted per person
- Be a resident of Trois-Rivières
- The purchase must be made in a Trois-Rivières store or online from a Quebec company
- To be eligible for this grant, people must have participated in a kiosk offered by the Mauricie Women's Health Center or have communicated directly with a worker from the organization.
Documents
- Proof of residence
- A valid invoice
- The duly completed form
Contact the Trois-Rivières Women's Health Center for the procedures and the form.
https://www.csfmauricie.ca/ressources/
The city reimburses 50% of the costs of purchasing such products, up to $100 per year per residence. The reimbursement is increased to 75% if all the products were purchased from a company in Vaudreuil-Dorion.
Condition & documents
- Purchase made from a company established in Quebec, within 12 months preceding the request.
- Form and proof of residence.
- Proof of purchase specifying the type(s) of product(s) purchased, the name and address of the business, the GST and QST numbers and the date of purchase
The city reimburses 75% of the purchase costs of such products, up to $200.
Only one grant will be awarded per person per 3-year period.
Eligibility criteria
- Eligible products must be purchased in a Quebec store (with an address in Quebec)
- Purchase made within 6 months preceding the request.
- Live in Victoriaville.
Documents
- Proof of residence
- The original purchase invoice
- The business address must be visible (it must be an address in Quebec).
- Complete the online form
The program offers a reimbursement of 50% of the purchase cost up to $100 per person per 2 years.
Documents
- Proof of residence
- The original invoice(s) dated for the current year
- The duly completed form
Procedures
Submit all documents by email: jlamarche@ville.waterloo.qc.ca
First come, first served !
Each family is entitled to a reimbursement of 50% of the amount, up to $250 per family, from the date of adoption, valid from May 4, 2020 to December 31, 2024.
Documents & conditions
- The duly completed form
- Proof of residence
- One or more original invoices
- Payable once a year, on December 31
The municipality reimburses 50% of the purchase cost, up to $100 per request.
Terms
- Be a resident of the municipality where the request is sent (MRC territory)
- Submit the form and supporting documents
- Buy one or more sustainable feminine hygiene products (see the list of accepted products)
- The applicant cannot receive financial assistance from his municipality or the MRC (he can receive assistance from one or the other).
- The programs end when the funds provided for in the budget have been used, or on the advice of the MRC
Regional county municipalities (MRC)
The city reimburses 50% of the purchase cost, up to $75 per request.
Terms
- You are a resident of one of the 22 member municipalities of the Régie.
- For people under 18 years of age who do not have an identity document attesting to their place of residence, you must provide a copy of your birth certificate, as well as a copy of proof of residence of one of the parents appearing on the certificate.
- The grant is limited to one per person.
- Eligibility period: Purchases must be made from March 8, 2021 and will be accepted until the budget envelope is exhausted.
Documents
- The duly completed registration form
- A copy or original of invoices when purchasing washable feminine hygiene products.
- Attach a legible photocopy of proof of residence (address)
The city reimburses 50% of the purchase cost, up to $100 per request per year.
Terms
- Residing in the MRC of Charlevoix for at least 3 months.
- The purchase(s) must have been made within the 12 months preceding the request.
- Minimum purchase of $35 before taxes.
- The grant is limited to one per person.
Documents
- The duly completed registration form .
- A copy or original of the purchase invoice(s) for washable feminine hygiene products. (Highlight the products on the invoice for clarity)
- Attach a legible photocopy of proof of residence (address) A photo of the products purchased
Procedures:
Send the documents to the Residual Materials Management Service by email to gmr@mrccharlevoix.ca or by mail to 4, Place de l'église, Baie-Saint-Paul (Québec) G3Z 1T2
Financial assistance of up to $100 for the purchase of durable hygiene products.
Terms
- Only one financial aid per person.
- The amount of financial assistance must not exceed the purchase cost.
- The claim must be made within 12 months of the date indicated on the proof of purchase.
Procedure & documents
- Fill out the form
The municipality reimburses 75% of the purchase cost, up to $100 per request.
Eligibility criteria
- Only one grant per person in 2021
- Be a resident of the territory of the MRC de Lotbinière
- Provide proof of residence from one of the 18 municipalities of the Lotbinière MRC
- Fill out the form
- Provide a copy of the invoice for the purchase of sustainable hygiene products (dating from 2021)
The city reimburses 50% of the purchase cost, up to $100 per request.
Procedures and conditions
- Be a resident of the municipality where the request is sent (MRC territory)
- Submit the form and supporting documents
- Buy one or more sustainable feminine hygiene products (see the list of accepted products)
- Buy materials to make washable sanitary napkins
- Submit your signed employment contract
- only 1 request per calendar year
Financial assistance consists of a subsidy of $75 issued by the Régie and an additional amount established by the participating municipalities*, on the purchase cost before tax. Total amount varying from $75 to $125 per user and not per family. There is no minimum purchase required, but is limited to one refund request.
*Baie-Comeau, Ragueneau and Pointe-aux-Outardes even add an additional amount of $50!
Procedures & conditions
- Be a resident of the municipality where the request is sent.
- Proof of residence will be requested.
- Purchase must have been made within the last three months.
- Submit the duly completed form .
- Submit the purchase invoice(s).
Send by email and for information: marlene.morin@regiemanicouagan.qc.ca
The city reimburses 50% of the purchase cost, up to $75 per request.
Terms
- You are a resident of one of the 22 member municipalities of the Régie.
- For people under 18 years of age who do not have an identity document attesting to their place of residence, you must provide a copy of your birth certificate, as well as a copy of proof of residence of one of the parents appearing on the certificate.
- The grant is limited to one per person.
- Eligibility period: Purchases must be made from March 8, 2021 and will be accepted until the budget envelope is exhausted.
Documents
- The duly completed registration form
- A copy or original of invoices when purchasing washable feminine hygiene products
- Attach a legible photocopy of proof of residence (address)
The city reimburses 50% of the purchase cost, up to $100 per request.
Purchases made outside of Quebec will be reimbursed up to $75 instead of $100.
Terms
- Residing in one of the member municipalities of the MRC
- Commit to using washable menstrual products
- Applies to new products only
- The purchase must have been made within 6 months preceding the request
- Only one request per person per period of 3 years
Documents
- The duly completed registration form
- Proof of purchase with company address
- Attach a legible photocopy of proof of residence (address)
The MRC reimburses 50% of the purchase cost, up to $100 per request.
Terms
- You are a resident of one of the 8 municipalities of the MRC.
- Purchase must have been made after December 15, 2020
Documents
- The duly completed registration form
- A copy or original of invoices when purchasing washable feminine hygiene products
- Attach a legible photocopy of proof of residence (address)
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