Laval Community Lending Society
A solidarity-based organization for your success
Laval Community Lending Society, also known as MicroEntreprendre Laval (SOCLE), is a proud member of the MicroEntreprendre network. This network aims to promote and develop the entrepreneurial microcredit approach in Quebec as a unique tool for economic development and inclusion. With 20 members spread across 17 regions, the network offers local support and access to entrepreneurial microcredit for entrepreneurs.
Support for Entrepreneurship
Laval Community Lending Society provides comprehensive support to entrepreneurs through various services:
- Project validation assistance to help solidify business ideas
- Financing options tailored for entrepreneurs
- Ongoing monitoring and mentorship from a team of experts and volunteers
- Pre-startup business training to empower entrepreneurs
Innovative Microcredit Solutions
Laval Community Lending Society supports entrepreneurs excluded from the conventional banking system, making it possible for their business projects to take off through entrepreneurial microcredit. This innovative approach enables small enterprises to access funding, resources, and guidance that would otherwise be out of reach.
Highlighted Projects
Over the years, many projects have thrived thanks to Laval Community Lending Society:
- Teinture Réno Deck: Specializing in the protection and renovation of exterior wood surfaces, ensuring durability and aesthetics.
- Liquidation Fomo: Blending the thrill of thrift shopping with liquidation finds for accessible, unique fashion and essentials.
- Malo Paysagement: Creating sustainable, customized gardens for homeowners who care about eco-friendly landscaping.
- Éclair Extermination: Providing professional pest control services with an emphasis on a healthy environment.
- Unité d’intervention Hexagone: Innovating with high-quality beekeeping products to enhance hive productivity.
- Nayfa Scent: Offering handcrafted, eco-friendly scented candles and transforming spaces through artisanal products.
- Tinette Service Traiteur: Catering services with a personal touch.
- Otha Yoga, Constructions Pro-Confort, Horizonet, Innovapub, Le centre d'apprentissage Masters: More impactful local enterprises supported by the society.
Significant Local Impact
Since its inception in 2000, Laval Community Lending Society has:
- Granted $750,000 in loans
- Generated $1,500,000 in local economic leverage
- Created and maintained 600 jobs
Laval Community Lending Society remains a driving force for entrepreneurship, inclusion, and local economic development through innovative microcredit.