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Last Update: March 30, 2026
Montreal, Quebec, Canada
Funding for Montréal economic development projects
Grant and Funding
Overview
This program provides financial assistance for economic development projects in Montréal, with a maximum duration of 3 years. It supports training, support, business networking, and economic events that align with the city’s 2030 Economic Plan.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increasing community impact
- Strengthening governance
- Develop strategic partnerships
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Timeline
- Open continuously
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Montreal
- Montréal
- Quebec
Legal structures
- Non-profit
- Social economy enterprise
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Economic, Social and Community Development
- Employment and Training
Target groups
- Business owners / entrepreneurs
- Nonprofits / charities
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- Local
- Municipal
- Regional
Activities funded
- Training activities
- Support and accompaniment activities
- Business networking activities
- Economic events
Examples of admissible projects:
Business matchmaking series connects local suppliers and buyers effectively
Retail revitalization lab supports storefront activation and traffic
Green skills training helps SMEs reduce waste and energy
International forum showcases women-led firms and trade opportunities
Documents Needed
- Letters patent or memorandum of association
- Board member and project team lists with roles
- Board resolution authorizing the application
- Recent financial statements and annual activity report, if available
- Project budget, objectives summary, and partner letters, if applicable
Eligibility
- Be a not-for-profit organization or eligible solidarity cooperative
- Have a mission related to the project
- Show sound financial and governance practices
- The project must align with one of the 2030 Economic Plan priorities
- The project must have a direct impact on Montréal’s economic ecosystem
Who is eligible?
- Not-for-profit organizations
- Eligible non-profit solidarity cooperatives
Who is not eligible
- Organizations that are not eligible under the listed legal forms
- Applicants seeking another financial assistance request from the Service de développement économique
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Other financial assistance requests to the Service de développement économique
Eligible geographic areas
- Island of Montréal
Selection criteria
- Alignment with one of the four priorities of the 2030 Economic Plan
- Defining and/or innovative character
- Direct impact on Montréal’s economic ecosystem or economic vitality
- Contribution to Montréal’s local, national, or international attractiveness
How to apply
1
Prepare the application
- Review the Guide for Applicant Organizations to confirm all eligibility criteria.
- Prepare the required application documents in digital format.
- Complete the online application form.
2
Gather required documents
- Submit letters patent or the memorandum of association, if applicable.
- Provide the board members and project team lists with their roles.
- Attach the board resolution authorizing the representative to submit the application.
- Include the latest financial statements and, if available, the annual activity report.
- Add the detailed project budget, project summary, partner agreements, and any additional project documents if needed.
3
Submit the application
- Submit the complete application within the open period from March 16 to April 20, 2026 at noon.
- Ensure selected projects are planned to begin on or after September 1, 2026.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are submitted during the stated intake period.
- Projects are reviewed against the program’s eligibility requirements and priorities.
- Selected projects must start on or after September 1, 2026.
Additional information
- Selected projects must begin on or after September 1, 2026.
- The application period runs from March 16 to April 20, 2026 at noon.
- Applicants are directed to consult the Guide for Applicant Organizations for all eligibility criteria.
Contacts
affairesmontreal@montreal.ca
514-394-1793
