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MRC Les Basques — Business Assistance Fund / FDE

Q: How much funding can be received?

There is no informations about how much funding can be received.

Q: What is the deadline to apply?

The application deadline for this grant program was May 6, 2025.

Q: Is the MRC Les Basques — Business Assistance Fund / FDE a grant, loan, or tax credit?

MRC Les Basques — Business Assistance Fund / FDE is a Grant and Funding

Q: Who are the financial supporters of the MRC Les Basques — Business Assistance Fund / FDE?

MRC Les Basques — Business Assistance Fund / FDE is funded by MRC Les Basques

Q: Who is eligible for the MRC Les Basques — Business Assistance Fund / FDE program?

To be eligible for the MRC Les Basques — Business Assistance Fund / FDE program, you must: • Business start-up, acquisition/transfer, consolidation or expansion projects. • Projects requiring support for commercialization, professional expertise, management training or online commerce. • Projects located within the MRC Les Basques territory.

Q: Who can I contact for more information about the MRC Les Basques — Business Assistance Fund / FDE?

You can contact MRC Les Basques.

Q: Where is the MRC Les Basques — Business Assistance Fund / FDE available?

The MRC Les Basques — Business Assistance Fund / FDE program is available the province of Quebec.

Q: Are startups eligible for the MRC Les Basques — Business Assistance Fund / FDE program?

Yes, startups are eligible to apply for the MRC Les Basques — Business Assistance Fund / FDE program.

Last Update: December 9, 2025

QC, Canada

Non-repayable financial support for business creation, growth and succession

Grant and Funding

Loans and Capital investments

At a glance

Funding available

Financing goals

Marketing a product

Develop an online presence

Selling in a new market

Eligible Funding

No Condition

Timeline

Open Date : December 3, 2024
Closing date : May 6, 2025

Eligible candidates

Eligible Industries

All industries

Location

Les Basques

Legal structures

For-profit business
Sole proprietorship
Social economy enterprise

Annual revenue

All revenue ranges

Organisation size

All organization sizes

Audience

Startups

Overview

The MRC Les Basques Business Assistance Fund (FDE) offers non-repayable financial contributions (amount not specified) to support businesses at various stages, from start-up and acquisition/transfer to consolidation and expansion. Eligible activities include professional expertise, marketing of products and services, management training, structuring events and initiatives, support for investment, online commerce, microgrants, and projects that promote business autonomy, diversification, and long-term sustainability.

Activities funded

Launching a new business within the MRC Les Basques territory.
Acquiring an existing business or taking over a business as part of a succession plan.
Carrying out projects that require specialized professional expertise (e.g., strategic, technical or advisory support for the business).
Developing and implementing initiatives to commercialize products or services, including expanding markets.
Undertaking projects to consolidate, expand, diversify or ensure the long-term sustainability of an existing business, including online commerce initiatives.

Eligibility

The project must be located in the territory of the MRC des Basques.
The applicant must be an entrepreneur, business promoter or existing company seeking support.
The project must relate to starting, acquiring/transferring, consolidating, expanding, diversifying or ensuring the sustainability of a business.
The funding request must be tied to eligible needs such as professional expertise, commercialization, management training, structuring events/initiatives, business empowerment, microgrant support, investment support or e-commerce development.
The project must align with the economic development objectives supported by the CLD des Basques.

Who is eligible?

Entrepreneurial projects located in the MRC Les Basques territory
Start-up businesses
Existing businesses seeking consolidation
Businesses involved in acquisition or business succession (relève)
Entrepreneurs and enterprises requiring professional expertise or management training

Eligible expenses

Professional expertise services (e.g. external consultants, specialists).
Marketing and commercialization costs for products and services.
Training expenses related to business management.
Costs linked to organizing or participating in structuring events or initiatives.
Expenses that support business investment projects.
Costs associated with setting up or improving online commerce.

Eligible geographic areas

Businesses located within the territory of the MRC Les Basques.

How to apply

Identification and initial preparation

Identify the appropriate funding program based on the needs of the business (startup, consolidation, acquisition, succession).
Contact the local development center (CLD) of Basques for a first advisory meeting.

Preparation of the request

Collaborate with the CLD to benefit from consulting services and develop a comprehensive business plan.
Seek funding and explore available financing solutions such as the Business Assistance Fund (FDE) or the Local Investment Fund (FLI).

Compilation of the necessary documents

Gather all required documents such as the business plan, financial forecasts, and legal documents.
Obtain letters of support or recommendation if necessary.

Submission of the request

Fill out the application forms provided by the CLD des Basques.
Submit the application along with the required documents directly to the CLD, either electronically or in person according to the provided instructions.

Follow-up on the request

Wait for confirmation of the receipt of the request.
Ensure to stay in contact with the CLD for any feedback or requests for additional documents.

Additional information

The fund is administered by the Centre local de développement (CLD) de la MRC des Basques as part of its broader business support services.
The financial assistance is integrated into a global approach that includes ongoing business follow-up and support tailored to the client’s needs.
The CLD also offers strategic advisory services, business plan support, and referrals to specialized services alongside this financial fund.
The fund is positioned within a wider mandate to develop and promote entrepreneurship in the MRC Les Basques territory.

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Frequently Asked Questions about the MRC Les Basques — Business Assistance Fund / FDE Program

Here are answers to the most common questions about the MRC Les Basques — Business Assistance Fund / FDE. 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 MRC Les Basques — Business Assistance Fund / FDE?

How much funding can be received?

What expenses are eligible under MRC Les Basques — Business Assistance Fund / FDE?

Launching a new business within the MRC Les Basques territory. Acquiring an existing business or taking over a business as part of a succession plan. Carrying out projects that require specialized professional expertise (e.g., strategic, technical or advisory support for the business). Developing and implementing initiatives to commercialize products or services, including expanding markets. Undertaking projects to consolidate, expand, diversify or ensure the long-term sustainability of an existing business, including online commerce initiatives.