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AEBHS — Propulsion fund
Funding for business innovation and growth
Last Update: April 21, 2026
Funding available
$ 20,000
Timeline
- Open Date : March 23, 2026
- Closing date : April 20, 2026
Location
Montérégie, Quebec
Overview
This program offers non-repayable funding of up to $20,000 to support business innovation and productivity growth. It supports projects such as equipment purchases, internal tools, feasibility studies, productivity studies, and AI-related initiatives.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase performance through digital transformation
- Implement environmental initiatives
- Increase operational productivity
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 20,000 $
- Up to 70% of project cost
Timeline
- Open Date : March 23, 2026
- Closing date : April 20, 2026
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Manufacturing
- Wholesale trade
- Retail trade
- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Administrative and support, waste management and remediation services
- Other services (except public administration)
- Public administration
Location
- Montérégie
- Quebec
Legal structures
- All legal structures
Annual revenue
- $ 500,000 minimum revenue
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Business innovation projects that improve productivity
- Projects that increase operational efficiency or competitiveness
- Projects involving new tools, equipment, or internal solutions
- Feasibility and productivity improvement projects
- AI integration and circular economy adaptation projects
Documents Needed
- Completed and signed application form
- Project description document
- Financial statements for the last two fiscal years
- Supplier quotes and technical estimates
- Project financial plan
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Social economy organizations
- Small businesses
- Medium and large businesses
Who is not eligible
- Businesses whose main activity is weapons production or distribution
- Businesses mainly involved in fossil fuel exploration, extraction, drilling, production, or refining
- Gambling, violent games, or sexual exploitation businesses
- Businesses already selected under this program with an ongoing project
- Businesses under insolvency or creditor protection proceedings
Eligible expenses
- Innovative equipment and materials
- Internal development of an innovative solution or tool
- Productivity, process, and feasibility studies
- Productivity software and AI implementation studies
- Adaptation to circular economy practices
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Application preparation costs
- Expenses incurred before the application is submitted
- Debt service, loan refinancing, or repayment of an advance
- Operating salaries
- Any expense deemed ineligible by the selection committee
Eligible geographic areas
- Businesses with a main establishment in the MRC of Beauharnois-Salaberry
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed and prioritized by a selection committee
- Successful applicants are announced in June 2026
- No individual comments are provided in case of refusal
- Selected projects require an agreement before funding is paid
- The final payment requires a completion claim with invoices and proof of payment
Additional information
- Applicants must submit a complete file by the deadline.
- No individual feedback is provided if the application is refused.
- Selected projects may be promoted by the MRC of Beauharnois-Salaberry.
- The final payment requires a claim request, invoices, and proof of payment.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the AEBHS — Propulsion fund Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the AEBHS — Propulsion 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 AEBHS — Propulsion fund?
This program offers non-repayable funding of up to $20,000 to support business innovation and productivity growth. It supports projects such as equipment purchases, internal tools, feasibility studies, productivity studies, and AI-related initiatives.
How much funding can be received?
AEBHS — Propulsion fund Funds up to 70% of admissible expenses, capped at $20,000 per project.
What is the deadline to apply?
The application deadline for this grant program was April 20, 2026.
Who is eligible for the AEBHS — Propulsion fund program?
To be eligible for the AEBHS — Propulsion fund program, you must:
Registered and incorporated in Quebec
Main business location in Beauharnois-Salaberry
Operating for over 24 months
What expenses are eligible under AEBHS — Propulsion fund?
Business innovation projects that improve productivity
Projects that increase operational efficiency or competitiveness
Projects involving new tools, equipment, or internal solutions
Feasibility and productivity improvement projects
AI integration and circular economy adaptation projects
Who can I contact for more information about the AEBHS — Propulsion fund?
You can contact Accès Entreprise Beauharnois-Salaberry by email at w.cadieuxmeloche@mrcbhs.ca or by phone at 450 373-2214.
Where is the AEBHS — Propulsion fund available?
The AEBHS — Propulsion fund program is available Montérégie, Quebec.