"Artère en transformation" : Subsidy for businesses

This grant provides substantial financial support aimed at revitalizing commercial spaces affected by infrastructure work. The financing modalities offer a structured approach to fund the renovation and modernization projects.

• Financial support covers 40% of the cost of eligible work, up to a maximum of $250,000 per building.
• Additional funding is available to cover 50% of a design professional’s fees, with a cap of 7.5% of eligible work costs or $10,000 per project.
• The subsidy is disbursed only after the completion of the renovation work.

Eligibility for this grant requires that businesses meet specific location and project criteria.

• The business must be located on designated commercial streets: Boulevard Pie-IX, Rue Jean-Talon Est in Saint-Léonard, or Rue Saint-Catherine Est.
• The application must be submitted and approved before work begins.
• Interior renovations must be limited to commercial spaces only.
• The building must be located on the territory of the Société de développement commercial (SDC) or within a business association incorporated as a non-profit organization in its sector.
• The work must be completed within 36 months of the date of receipt of the eligibility notice.

Who is eligible?

This grant is available to businesses located on the designated commercial streets of Boulevard Pie-IX, Rue Jean-Talon Est in Saint-Léonard, and Rue Saint-Catherine Est, as approved by the city's executive committee. Additionally, the building where the work is to be done must be within the territory of a Société de développement commercial (SDC) or a business association incorporated as a non-profit organization in its sector.

Who is not eligible

This subsidy program excludes certain types of companies and industries to ensure the funds are used effectively for the revitalization of commercial areas. The restrictions are in place to focus on the primary objectives of the subsidy.

• Buildings wholly or partly used for industrial activities.
• Buildings housing gas stations, service stations, mechanic shops, or car washes.
• Projects for which another municipal subsidy has already been awarded.

Eligible expenses

The subsidy program covers specific renovation and modernization expenses for commercial spaces impacted by construction.

• Renovation of the front of a business on the first floor and in the basement.
• Replacement, repair, or modification of openings.
• Repair or replacement of an awning, exterior sign, or exterior lighting.
• Installation of a permanent terrace or access to the building.
• Renovation of protruding or decorative architectural elements and exterior walls.
• Renovation of the interior, framing, foundation, and roof.

Eligible geographic areas

This grant is available to businesses situated on designated commercial streets in the city where infrastructure work has affected economic activities. These locations have been selected by the city’s executive committee.

• Boulevard Pie-IX.
• Rue Jean-Talon Est in Saint-Léonard.
• Rue Saint-Catherine Est.

Here are additional relevant details for this grant:

• The subsidy is paid only once the work is completed.
• Applicants should ensure the application is submitted and approved before any work commences, as work that begins prior to eligibility confirmation will not be funded.
• The work must be completed within 36 months from the date the eligibility notice is received, emphasizing timely project completion.