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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.
Frequently Asked Questions about the MRC Abitibi-Ouest — Social Economy Fund Program
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 (MRC).
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