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MRC Abitibi-Ouest — Social Economy Fund
Funding for social economy business start-up
Last Update: April 9, 2026
Funding available
$ 5,000
Timeline
- Open continuously
Location
Abitibi-Témiscamingue, Quebec, Canada
Overview
This program supports collective entrepreneurship and the start-up of social economy businesses in MRC d’Abitibi-Ouest. It provides non-repayable funding of up to $5,000 for market activities that create or consolidate jobs.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Attract or retain talent
- Start a business
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 5,000 $
- Up to 80% of project cost
Timeline
- Open continuously
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Educational services
- Health care and social assistance
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Other services (except public administration)
- Public administration
Location
- Abitibi-Ouest
- Abitibi-Témiscamingue
- Quebec
Legal structures
- Social economy enterprise
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Rural or Northern Residents
- Startups
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Launching social economy businesses
- Developing market-based activities that follow social economy principles
- Projects that create or consolidate jobs
Documents Needed
- Completed, dated and signed application form
- Business plan or detailed project description with timeline
- Detailed breakdown of project expenses
- Project financing plan and proof of other funding, if applicable
- Financial statements and personal balance sheet
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Social economy businesses
- Cooperatives
- Mutuals
- Non-profit organizations carrying on commercial activities
Who is not eligible
- Publicly controlled entities
- Projects that create unfair competition
- Businesses outside the MRC d’Abitibi-Ouest
Eligible expenses
- Land, buildings, equipment, and capital assets
- Technology, software, patents, and similar intangible assets
- Working capital needs for the first year after start-up, excluding wages
- Incorporation fees
- Other costs directly related to project development and delivery
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Employee wages, salaries, social charges, and benefits
- Travel, training, and administrative expenses
- Rolling equipment
Eligible geographic areas
- MRC d’Abitibi-Ouest
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed after submission and must include all required information.
- Funding is subject to a satisfactory credit assessment.
- Approval is not automatic and depends on program analysis.
- Approved funding is paid after project completion and supporting proof is provided.
Additional information
- The program is currently suspended until further notice.
- The grant is non-recurring.
- Applicants must provide a project timeline with the application.
- The project must be completed within one year of approval.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the MRC Abitibi-Ouest — Social Economy Fund Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the MRC Abitibi-Ouest — Social Economy Fund. This section explains what the program is, how much funding is available, eligibility requirements, application deadlines, and other important details to help you determine if this grant is right for your business.
What is the MRC Abitibi-Ouest — Social Economy Fund?
This program supports collective entrepreneurship and the start-up of social economy businesses in MRC d’Abitibi-Ouest. It provides non-repayable funding of up to $5,000 for market activities that create or consolidate jobs.
How much funding can be received?
MRC Abitibi-Ouest — Social Economy Fund Funds up to 80% of admissible expenses, capped at $5,000 per project.
Who is eligible for the MRC Abitibi-Ouest — Social Economy Fund program?
To be eligible for the MRC Abitibi-Ouest — Social Economy Fund program, you must:
Social economy business project
Job creation or consolidation
Located in MRC d’Abitibi-Ouest
What expenses are eligible under MRC Abitibi-Ouest — Social Economy Fund?
Launching social economy businesses
Developing market-based activities that follow social economy principles
Projects that create or consolidate jobs
Who can I contact for more information about the MRC Abitibi-Ouest — Social Economy Fund?
You can contact MRC Abitibi-Ouest by email at none or by phone at none.
Where is the MRC Abitibi-Ouest — Social Economy Fund available?
The MRC Abitibi-Ouest — Social Economy Fund program is available Abitibi-Témiscamingue, Quebec.
Is the MRC Abitibi-Ouest — Social Economy Fund a grant, loan, or tax credit?
MRC Abitibi-Ouest — Social Economy Fund is a Grant and Funding