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ARBJ — Pre-start-up program (PPE)
Supports pre-start-up business activities
Last Update: June 19, 2026
Funding available
$ 15,000
Timeline
- Open continuously
Location
Nord-du-Québec, Quebec, Canada
Overview
The ARBJ Pre-start-up Program (PPE) supports activities before the investment phase or to help launch a business. Eligible expenses include consultant fees, prototype development, and travel and representation costs, with maximum funding of $15,000.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop a new product or service
- Conduct research and development activities
- Reduce environmental footprint
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 15,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Timeline
- Open continuously
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Nord-du-Québec
- Quebec
Legal structures
- Non-profit
- Sole proprietorship
- Non-financial cooperative
- For-profit business
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Rural or Northern Residents
- Startups
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Economic, Social and Community Development
Target groups
- Rural / Remote communities
- Business owners / entrepreneurs
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- Regional
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Pre-start-up planning activities
- Business plan development
- Financial planning
- Market analysis and R&D studies
- Prototype creation
Documents Needed
- Completed contribution application form
- Curriculum vitae
- Proof of REQ registration, if applicable
- Two quotes, if applicable
- Any other document deemed necessary for the analysis
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Individuals wishing to start a business
- For-profit businesses
- Non-profit organizations
- Cooperatives
Eligible expenses
- Consultant fees for a business plan, financial plan, market analysis, and R&D studies
- Consultant fees for other pre-start-up studies deemed relevant
- Prototype development costs
- Travel and representation expenses
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Start-up costs related to creating the business, including incorporation fees or other financing plan costs
- Expenses related to projects already completed
- Expenses used to move a business or part of its production outside the region
- Consultant fees or other expenses billed by a business in which the promoter, a family member, a shareholder, the organization, or one of its directors holds an interest
Eligible geographic areas
- Chapais
- Chibougamau
- Lebel-sur-Quévillon
- Matagami
- Eeyou Istchee James Bay Regional Government territory, excluding Cree residents
Selection criteria
- Economic diversification and market saturation
- Promoter experience and track record
- Consultant experience and track record
- Project realism and viability
- Potential impact on regional sustainable development
How to apply
1
Preparation of the documentation
- Fill out the contribution request form for economic development programs.
- Prepare the promoter's resume.
- Gather proof of registration with the REQ, if applicable.
- Obtain two quotes, prioritizing businesses from the Nord-du-Québec region when possible.
- Assess what other documents may be necessary for the analysis.
2
Submission of the application
- Send all required documents to the organization managing the PPE program.
- Ensure that the application is complete and meets the requirements.
Additional information
- The financial assistance is non-repayable.
- It cannot be used as a contribution to secure other financing partners.
Frequently Asked Questions about the ARBJ — Pre-start-up program (PPE) Program
What is the ARBJ — Pre-start-up program (PPE)?
The ARBJ Pre-start-up Program (PPE) supports activities before the investment phase or to help launch a business. Eligible expenses include consultant fees, prototype development, and travel and representation costs, with maximum funding of $15,000.
How much funding can be received?
ARBJ — Pre-start-up program (PPE) Funds up to 50% of admissible expenses, capped at $15,000 per project.
Who is eligible for the ARBJ — Pre-start-up program (PPE) program?
To be eligible for the ARBJ — Pre-start-up program (PPE) program, you must:
18 years old or older
50% cash contribution required
Project must benefit the listed territory
What expenses are eligible under ARBJ — Pre-start-up program (PPE)?
Pre-start-up planning activities
Business plan development
Financial planning
Market analysis and R&D studies
Prototype creation
Who can I contact for more information about the ARBJ — Pre-start-up program (PPE)?
You can contact Administration régionale Baie-James (ARBJ).
Where is the ARBJ — Pre-start-up program (PPE) available?
The ARBJ — Pre-start-up program (PPE) program is available Nord-du-Québec, Quebec.
Is the ARBJ — Pre-start-up program (PPE) a grant, loan, or tax credit?
ARBJ — Pre-start-up program (PPE) is a Grant and Funding