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Grants and Funding for Startups in Quebec

This directory combines a Quebec connection with startup-stage intent. Use it to compare support for validation, product development, early operations, hiring, technology, commercialization, and market entry, then review each listing’s company-age, ownership, project, cost, traction, and timing rules. Broaden to Quebec small-business, technology, innovation, or industry funding when the startup label is less important than the proposed work.

555 programs
  • Investissement Québec (IQ) logo
    Loans and Capital investmentsOpen

    Impulsion Fund

    Early-stage investment for innovative Quebec startups
    Eligible Funding
    • From $250,000 to $2,000,000
    Eligible Industries
    • All industries
    Types of eligible projects
    Innovation
    Quebec, Canada
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  • CCTT Network - Synchronex logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    My Digital Success

    Support for Quebec digital transformation projects
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 11,200 $
    Types of eligible projects
    Digital Transformation
    Timeline
    • Open Date : March 13, 2026
    • Closing date : March 31, 2027
    Quebec, Canada
  • eLog logo
    Expert AdviceOpen

    eLog Initiative

    Support in e-commerce logistics
    Eligible Funding
    • Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    • Retail trade
    Types of eligible projects
    Quebec, Canada
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  • Québec Tech logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    International Commercial Success — Stade V

    International commercialization support for startups
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 100,000 $
    • Up to 65% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • All industries
    Types of eligible projects
    Commercialization
    Quebec, Canada
  • Quebec City logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    Capitale-Commerce

    Support for local commercial diversification
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 35,000 $
    • Up to 30% of project cost
    Types of eligible projects
    TechnologyConstruction and Renovation
    Timeline
    • Open Date : August 27, 2025
    Quebec, Canada
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  • Social Economy Mauricie logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    Social Economy Support Fund

    Non-repayable financial aid supporting social economy projects in Mauricie
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 20,000 $
    • Up to 80% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • Information and cultural industries
    • Educational services
    • Health care and social assistance
    • Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationInnovationDigital Transformation
    Quebec, Canada
  • Quebec City logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    Entrepreneurial grant

    Startup and succession support for entrepreneurs
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 30,000 $
    • Up to 80% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • All industries
    Types of eligible projects
    Quebec, Canada
  • Investissement Québec (IQ) logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    Support for innovation projects

    Supports innovation projects from planning to showcase
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 1,500,000 $
    • Up to 80% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • All industries
    Types of eligible projects
    Innovation
    Quebec, Canada
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  • Aéro Montreal logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    Aero Montreal — Eco-Responsibility

    Supports Quebec aerospace SMEs with ESG transition support
    Eligible Funding
    • Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    • Manufacturing
    Types of eligible projects
    Environment and Climate
    Quebec, Canada
  • Fondaction logo
    Loans and Capital investmentsOpen

    Circular Economy Fund

    Funding for early-stage circular economy companies
    Eligible Funding
    • From $250,000 to $2,000,000
    Eligible Industries
    • All industries
    Types of eligible projects
    Environment and Climate
    Quebec, Canada
  • Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 350,000 $
    • Up to 75% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
    • Manufacturing
    • Professional, scientific and technical services
    • Other services (except public administration)
    Types of eligible projects
    Artificial Intelligence (AI)
    Quebec City, Quebec, Canada
  • Axelys logo
    Researchers And FacilitiesPartnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingOpen

    Innovation continuum

    Supports innovation development and commercialization in Quebec’s strategic sectors
    Eligible Funding
    • Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    • Professional, scientific and technical services
    • Educational services
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationTechnologyInnovation
    Quebec, Canada
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  • MRC de Manicouagan (MRC) logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    MRC de Manicouagan — Signature Innovation

    Supports innovative territorial projects in Manicouagan
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 150,000 $
    • Up to 80% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • Manufacturing
    • Professional, scientific and technical services
    • Educational services
    • Public administration
    Types of eligible projects
    Environment and ClimateInnovation
    Baie-Comeau, Quebec, Canada
  • MTL + ECOMMERCE (MTL+) logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    MTL + ECOMMERCE — Digital Accelerator

    Support Quebec SMEs in digital transformation and growth
    Eligible Funding
    • Up to 50% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • Retail trade
    • Information and cultural industries
    • Professional, scientific and technical services
    Types of eligible projects
    Digital Transformation
    Quebec, Canada
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  • Canada Economic Development for Quebec Regions (CED) logo
    Grant and FundingLoans and Capital investmentsOpen

    QEPD — Diversify your economy - CED (QC)

    Supports regional economic diversification and local development
    Eligible Funding
    • Up to 90% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • Information and cultural industries
    • Professional, scientific and technical services
    • Arts, entertainment and recreation
    • Accommodation and food services
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationInnovation
    Quebec, Canada
  • Axelys logo
    Grant and FundingExpert AdviceOpen

    RNA Entrepreneurship initiative

    Supports entrepreneurial development in RNA therapeutics for Quebec academics
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 80,000 $
    Eligible Industries
    • Professional, scientific and technical services
    • Educational services
    • Health care and social assistance
    Types of eligible projects
    TechnologyHuman ResourcesInnovation
    Quebec, Canada
  • Quebec City logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    Social economy enterprises — Digital transformation

    Supports digital transformation in social economy enterprises
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 25,000 $
    • Up to 80% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • All industries
    Types of eligible projects
    Digital Transformation
    Quebec, Canada
  • Axelys logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    Technology Maturation Program – PSOv2d

    Supports technology maturation and validation in Quebec
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 475,000 $
    • Up to 80% of project cost
    Types of eligible projects
    Technology
    Timeline
    • Closing date : June 14, 2027
    Quebec, Canada
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  • MRC Brome-Missisquoi logo
    Other SupportExpert AdviceOpen

    The Brome-Missisquoi CLD

    Free business support for regional entrepreneurs
    Eligible Funding
    • Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    • Manufacturing
    • Other services (except public administration)
    • Public administration
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationBusiness Buyout
    Quebec, Canada
  • PROMPT logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    PROMPT — Artificial intelligence

    Collaborative AI research for Quebec business consortia
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 1,500,000 $
    • Up to 50% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • Information and cultural industries
    • Professional, scientific and technical services
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationArtificial Intelligence (AI)Innovation
    Quebec, Canada
  • La Mitis RCM logo
    Loans and Capital investmentsOpen

    Agricultural investment fund mitissien (FAIM)

    Flexible patient-capital financing for farm start-up and transfer
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 50,000 $
    • Up to 10% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
    Types of eligible projects
    Environment and ClimateBusiness Buyout
    Quebec, Canada
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  • Laval tourism logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    Laval Tourism — EPRTNT 2025-2027 – Numerical

    Support for digital transformation of tourism organizations
    Eligible Funding
    • From $25,000 to $100,000
    • Up to 100% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • Retail trade
    • Arts, entertainment and recreation
    • Accommodation and food services
    • Public administration
    Types of eligible projects
    Digital Transformation
    Laval, Quebec, Canada
  • La Mitis RCM logo
    Other SupportGrant and FundingOpen

    Support Fund for Businesses in La Mitis (FAEM)

    Financial support to help La Mitis businesses grow and perform
    Eligible Funding
    • From $1,000 to $10,000
    Eligible Industries
    • All industries
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationTechnologyHuman ResourcesBusiness BuyoutInnovationDigital Transformation
    Quebec, Canada
  • NexDev | Haut-Richelieu Economic Development logo
    Grant and FundingExpert AdviceOpen

    Productivity and Sustainable Innovation Fund – Component 2: Feasibility study - audit towards a 4.0 transition

    Financial support for industrial digital transformation and productivity improvement
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 5,000 $
    • Up to 50% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • Manufacturing
    • Wholesale trade
    • Transportation and warehousing
    Types of eligible projects
    TechnologyInnovationDigital Transformation
    Saint-Jean-sur-Richelieu, Quebec, Canada
  • Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 10,000 $
    • Up to 50% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • Manufacturing
    • Wholesale trade
    • Transportation and warehousing
    • Other services (except public administration)
    Types of eligible projects
    Artificial Intelligence (AI)TechnologyInnovationDigital Transformation
    Saint-Jean-sur-Richelieu, Quebec, Canada
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  • CAE Rive-Nord (ITMAV) logo
    Loans and Capital investmentsOpen

    CAE Rive-Nord — Financing for businesses

    Short-term business financing support
    Eligible Funding
    • From $5,000 to $300,000
    • Up to 75% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • Construction
    • Manufacturing
    • Wholesale trade
    Types of eligible projects
    Business BuyoutDigital Transformation
    Quebec, Canada
  • Ville de Lévis logo
    Loans and Capital investmentsOpen

    City of Lévis — Desjardins Business Fund (FDE)

    Economic development support for Lévis businesses and entrepreneurs
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 100,000 $
    Eligible Industries
    • Manufacturing
    • Retail trade
    • Information and cultural industries
    • Accommodation and food services
    Types of eligible projects
    TechnologyEnvironment and ClimateInnovation
    Levis, Quebec, Canada
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  • Développement Vaudreuil-Soulanges (DEV) logo
    Other SupportGrant and FundingOpen

    Développement Vaudreuil-Soulanges — FDEÉS

    Funding for collective entrepreneurship projects
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 10,000 $
    • Up to 70% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
    • Transportation and warehousing
    • Information and cultural industries
    • Health care and social assistance
    Types of eligible projects
    Innovation
    Quebec, Canada
  • Développement Vaudreuil-Soulanges (DEV) logo
    Grant and FundingLoans and Capital investmentsOpen

    Développement Vaudreuil-Soulanges — FSAET

    Support for tourism attractions and businesses
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 40,000 $
    • Up to 20% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • Arts, entertainment and recreation
    • Accommodation and food services
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationConstruction and Renovation
    Quebec, Canada
  • Développement Vaudreuil-Soulanges (DEV) logo
    Grant and FundingLoans and Capital investmentsOpen

    Développement Vaudreuil-Soulanges — FSTE

    Support for business transfers in Vaudreuil-Soulanges
    Eligible Funding
    • From $5,000 to $7,500
    • Up to 50% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • Manufacturing
    • Retail trade
    • Accommodation and food services
    • Other services (except public administration)
    Types of eligible projects
    Business Buyout
    Quebec, Canada
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  • Enbridge Gas Quebec logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    Enbridge Gas Quebec — Cash incentives – Innovation

    Supports innovative natural gas efficiency projects
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 25,000 $
    • Up to 75% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • Utilities
    • Manufacturing
    • Professional, scientific and technical services
    • Educational services
    Types of eligible projects
    Innovation
    Quebec, Canada
  • MicroEntreprendre logo
    Loans and Capital investmentsOpen

    Fonds Émergence Estrie — Financing

    Microcredit for startup, growth and succession
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 20,000 $
    Eligible Industries
    • All industries
    Types of eligible projects
    Business Buyout
    Quebec, Canada
  • Mirabel Economique logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    Fund for Innovation and Technology (FIT)

    Funds innovation for Mirabel businesses' productivity enhancement
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 25,000 $
    • Up to 50% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • All industries
    Types of eligible projects
    TechnologyInnovationDigital Transformation
    Mirabel, Quebec, Canada
  • ID Gatineau logo
    Grant and FundingLoans and Capital investmentsOpen

    ID Gatineau — FDEES

    Support for social economy projects in Gatineau
    Eligible Funding
    • From $5,000 to $30,000
    • Up to 25% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • All industries
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationEnvironment and ClimateConstruction and Renovation
    Gatineau, Quebec, Canada
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  • Ministère de l'économie, de l'innovation et de l'énergie du Québec (MEIE) logo
    Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingOpen

    Innovation in Quantum Technologies — Stream 4

    Collaborative funding for quantum innovation projects
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 1,500,000 $
    • Up to 50% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
    • Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction
    • Utilities
    • Construction
    Types of eligible projects
    Artificial Intelligence (AI)TechnologyInnovation
    Quebec, Canada
  • innovÉÉ logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    innovÉÉ — Primo-adoptants

    Supports collaboration between startups and early technology adopters
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 75,000 $
    • Up to 60% of project cost
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationInnovation
    Timeline
    • Closing date : November 4, 2026
    Quebec, Canada
  • La Ruche logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    La Ruche — FMC+

    Supports innovative waste reduction projects in Quebec
    Eligible Funding
    • From $5,000 to $25,000
    • Up to 1% of project cost
    Types of eligible projects
    Environment and Climate
    Timeline
    • Closing date : March 31, 2027
    Quebec, Canada
  • RCM Vallée-Du-Richelieu logo
    Loans and Capital investmentsOpen

    La Vallée-du-Richelieu Agricultural Microcredit Fund

    Interest-free loans for agricultural business development in Vallée-du-Richelieu
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 10,000 $
    • Up to 20% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationTechnologyBusiness BuyoutInnovation
    Quebec, Canada
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  • Laval Economique logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    Laval Économique — Business Launch Fund

    Supports new business creation and acquisition in Laval
    Eligible Funding
    • From $5,000 to $25,000
    • Up to 50% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • All industries
    Types of eligible projects
    TechnologyEnvironment and ClimateBusiness BuyoutInnovationDigital Transformation
    Laval, Quebec, Canada
  • MRC Abitibi (CLD) logo
    Other SupportGrant and FundingLoans and Capital investmentsOpen

    MRC Abitibi — Local Investment Fund (FLI)

    Local financing for business growth and succession
    Eligible Funding
    • From $5,000 to $35,000
    Eligible Industries
    • All industries
    Types of eligible projects
    Construction and Renovation Business Buyout
    Quebec, Canada
  • Desjardins logo
    Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingExpert AdviceLoans and Capital investmentsOpen

    MRC Abitibi-Ouest — CRÉAVENIR Program

    Financing support for young entrepreneurs
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 15,000 $
    • Up to 25% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • All industries
    Types of eligible projects
    Human ResourcesBusiness BuyoutDigital Transformation
    Quebec, Canada
  • MRC Abitibi-Ouest (MRC) logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    MRC Abitibi-Ouest — Emergence Fund

    Support for preparatory stages of strategic projects
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 25,000 $
    • Up to 50% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • All industries
    Types of eligible projects
    Innovation
    Quebec, Canada
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  • MRC Abitibi-Ouest (MRC) logo
    Loans and Capital investmentsOpen

    MRC Abitibi-Ouest — Local Investment Funds

    Repayable financing for local business growth
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 250,000 $
    Eligible Industries
    • Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
    • Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction
    • Manufacturing
    • Information and cultural industries
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationConstruction and Renovation Business BuyoutDigital Transformation
    Quebec, Canada
  • MRC Abitibi-Ouest (MRC) logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    MRC Abitibi-Ouest — Social Economy Fund

    Funding for social economy business start-up
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 5,000 $
    • Up to 80% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • Educational services
    • Health care and social assistance
    • Arts, entertainment and recreation
    • Other services (except public administration)
    Types of eligible projects
    Construction and Renovation InnovationDigital Transformation
    Quebec, Canada
  • MRC Acton logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    MRC Acton — PDZA

    Agricultural development plan for local producers
    Eligible Funding
    • Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    • Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationEnvironment and ClimateHuman ResourcesBusiness Buyout
    Quebec, Canada
  • MRC Arthabaska (MRC) logo
    Loans and Capital investmentsOpen

    MRC Arthabaska - Honorary loan

    Short-term financing for young entrepreneurs
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 15,000 $
    Eligible Industries
    • All industries
    Types of eligible projects
    Victoriaville, Quebec, Canada
  • MRC Arthabaska (MRC) logo
    Other SupportLoans and Capital investmentsOpen

    MRC Arthabaska - Local Investment Fund (FLI)

    Term financing for business growth
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 5,000 $
    Eligible Industries
    • Manufacturing
    • Professional, scientific and technical services
    Types of eligible projects
    Business Buyout
    Quebec, Canada
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  • MRC Arthabaska (MRC) logo
    Expert AdviceLoans and Capital investmentsOpen

    MRC Arthabaska - Local Solidarity Fund (LSF)

    Term financing for business start-ups and expansions
    Eligible Funding
    • From $5,000 to $40,000
    Eligible Industries
    • Manufacturing
    • Professional, scientific and technical services
    Types of eligible projects
    Quebec, Canada
  • MRC Beauharnois-Salaberry (MRC) logo
    Grant and FundingExpert AdviceOpen

    MRC Beaharnois-Salaberry — Policy to support structuring projects

    Supports innovative projects to enhance local quality of life
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 100,000 $
    • Up to 70% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • Information and cultural industries
    • Educational services
    • Health care and social assistance
    • Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    Environment and ClimateInnovation
    Quebec, Canada
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  • Desjardins logo
    Grant and FundingLoans and Capital investmentsOpen

    MRC Beauce-Centre — Créavenir

    Financing support for young entrepreneurs
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 15,000 $
    • Up to 50% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • All industries
    Types of eligible projects
    Business Buyout
    Quebec, Canada
  • MRC Beauce-Centre logo
    Loans and Capital investmentsOpen

    MRC Beauce-Centre — Local Investment Funds (FLI-FLS)

    Local financing for business growth in Beauce-Centre
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 150,000 $
    Eligible Industries
    • Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
    • Manufacturing
    Types of eligible projects
    Construction and Renovation Business Buyout
    Quebec, Canada
  • MRC Beauce-Centre logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    MRC Beauce-Centre — Propulsion Fund

    Funding for Beauce-Centre business growth
    Eligible Funding
    • From $1,000 to $10,000
    • Up to 50% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • All industries
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationInnovation
    Quebec, Canada
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  • MRC Beauce-Sartigan (CEB) logo
    Grant and FundingLoans and Capital investmentsOpen

    MRC Beauce-Sartigan — Créavenir program

    Financing and support for young entrepreneurs lacking guarantees
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 5,000 $
    • Up to 25% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • All industries
    Types of eligible projects
    Business Buyout
    Quebec, Canada
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  • MRC Bécancour (MRC) logo
    Other SupportGrant and FundingOpen

    MRC Bécancour — Social Economy Fund (SEF)

    Grant support for social economy enterprises
    Eligible Funding
    • Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    • Manufacturing
    • Wholesale trade
    • Retail trade
    • Other services (except public administration)
    Types of eligible projects
    Quebec, Canada
  • MRC de Bellechasse logo
    Grant and FundingLoans and Capital investmentsOpen

    MRC Bellechasse — Local Investment Fund & Local Solidarity Fund (FLI and FLS)

    Funding options for Bellechasse applicants
    Eligible Funding
    • From $5,000 to $100,000
    • Up to 80% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
    • Manufacturing
    • Information and cultural industries
    • Professional, scientific and technical services
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationTechnologyBusiness Buyout
    Quebec, Canada
  • MRC de Bellechasse logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    MRC Bellechasse — Support for initiatives from rural areas (AIMR)

    Support for rural collective initiatives
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 5,000 $
    • Up to 50% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • Educational services
    • Health care and social assistance
    • Arts, entertainment and recreation
    • Other services (except public administration)
    Types of eligible projects
    Innovation
    Quebec, Canada

Questions about startup funding in Quebec

Practical guidance on startup definitions, project stages, budgets, evidence, and broader Quebec searches.

How can a Quebec funding source define a startup?

Definitions differ by source and may consider years in operation, revenue, employee count, product maturity, ownership, incorporation, outside investment, or market traction. Some sources support pre-revenue ventures, while others expect established sales or growth potential. Use the current definition and avoid assuming that a new project makes an older company a startup.

Which startup stages can be useful to search in Quebec?

Useful stages can include problem validation, research, prototype development, testing, initial production, customer acquisition, regulatory preparation, commercialization, hiring, and scale-up. These stages guide the search rather than determine eligibility. State the current maturity, next milestone, work required, timeline, and evidence that the proposed step addresses a credible business need.

What makes a Quebec startup ready to research funding?

Define the customer problem, proposed solution, target market, current validation, business model, responsible founders, intellectual-property position, project scope, budget, and next measurable milestone. Identify technical, regulatory, production, sales, and financing risks. A clear use of funds helps distinguish project support from a general request to extend the company’s runway.

Which startup costs should be separated in a Quebec project budget?

Separate founder or employee labour, contractors, research, prototyping, testing, software, equipment, intellectual-property work, regulatory activities, marketing validation, and commercialization. Link every cost to a milestone and identify other financing. Confirm how the source treats owner compensation, equity, debt, working capital, routine overhead, taxes, and expenses incurred before approval.

What evidence can strengthen a Quebec startup funding file?

Useful evidence can include founder experience, incorporation records, customer interviews, letters of intent, pilot results, technical validation, market analysis, financial forecasts, quotes, milestones, partner commitments, and a capitalization summary. The appropriate evidence depends on stage. Keep claims proportionate and ensure that traction, budget, timeline, and project narrative tell the same story.

When should a Quebec startup use another funding directory?

Use a Quebec technology or innovation directory when the project objective matters more than company age. Use small-business or general Quebec funding when the venture is operating beyond a source’s startup definition. Industry, export, hiring, research, or commercialization directories may be more useful when that activity is the clearest qualifier.

Does being a Quebec startup establish access to grants?

No. Startup status is only one possible condition, and many sources assess a specific project rather than general company financing. Eligibility may depend on legal structure, location, ownership, sector, maturity, eligible work, costs, timing, financial capacity, and expected benefits. Confirm the source requirements before spending or relying on an award in cash-flow planning.

Which milestone should a Quebec startup fund first?

Choose the next milestone that materially reduces commercial or technical uncertainty. It could be validating demand, completing a prototype, securing a first sale, obtaining approval, or proving a repeatable delivery process. Tie the budget and schedule to that milestone. A general goal such as growth is harder to assess than a defined change with evidence and a responsible owner.

Which evidence can demonstrate a Quebec startup team's founder capacity?

Show each founder's role, relevant skills, available time, decision authority, and the gaps that employees or suppliers must fill. Separate founder work from contracted deliverables and explain how routine operations will continue. A promising idea also needs clear ownership of the budget, technical choices, customer validation, records, and reporting required to complete the funded milestone.

What financing mix can support a Quebec startup milestone?

Match grants, loans, investment, tax support, revenue, and founder contributions to the costs and timing of the milestone. Model repayment, ownership effects, claims paid after spending, and a lower-funding scenario. Avoid assigning the same expense to more than one source. The mix should leave the startup able to complete the work and continue operating if a decision or payment is delayed.

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