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Business Support Fund

Q: How much funding can be received?

Business Support Fund Funds up to 50% of admissible expenses, capped at $25,000 per project.

Q: Who is eligible for the Business Support Fund program?

To be eligible for the Business Support Fund program, you must: The business must be located in Gatineau. The business must promote economic development and diversification in Gatineau. The business must demonstrate financial health or, if starting, strong future prospects and financial capacity.

Q: Who can I contact for more information about the Business Support Fund ?

You can contact City of Gatineau or by phone at 819 595-8002.

Q: Where is the Business Support Fund available?

The Business Support Fund program is available Outaouais, Quebec.

Q: Is the Business Support Fund a grant, loan, or tax credit?

Business Support Fund is a Grant and Funding

Last Update: March 4, 2026

Gatineau, Quebec, Canada

Financial aid for growing businesses in Gatineau

Grant and Funding

Overview

The "Soutien aux entreprises" fund provides a maximum non-repayable contribution of $25,000 to support growth or startup projects for high-value-added manufacturing businesses in Gatineau. Eligible activities include hiring specialized external resources for productivity challenges, market development, and supporting business implantation or recovery plans.

At a glance

Funding available

Financing goals

Integrate new technologies

Strengthening governance

Improve employee retention

Eligible Funding

Maximum amount : 25,000 $
Up to 50% of project cost

Timeline

Unspecified

Eligible candidates

Eligible Industries

Manufacturing

Location

Gatineau
Outaouais
Quebec

Legal structures

For-profit business
Social economy enterprise

Annual revenue

All revenue ranges

Organisation size

All organization sizes

Audience

Other Racialized Persons
Startups

Activities funded

Implementation or expansion of technology-focused, manufacturing, or innovative businesses in Gatineau.
Business projects aiming at export outside the region.
Establishment or expansion of strategic infrastructure.
Development of new markets and productivity enhancement initiatives.
Creation and growth of social economy enterprises to diversify the local economy.

Examples of admissible projects:

$ 25,000

Conducting a feasibility study for expanding into new international markets.

$ 25,000

Implementing a cybersecurity plan for a local Gatineau manufacturing enterprise.

$ 25,000

Launching a new marketing strategy for a social enterprise in Gatineau.

Eligibility

The business must be located in Gatineau or seek to establish operations in Gatineau.
The company must be financially healthy; start-ups should demonstrate strong future prospects and an ability to meet financial obligations.
The funding must be necessary for the realization of the project.
The project should contribute to economic development, diversification, or wealth creation in the Gatineau area.

Who is eligible?

Technology companies
Manufacturing companies
Innovative businesses
Export-oriented enterprises
Social economy enterprises (for certain funds)

Who is not eligible

Companies with projects in a saturated market sector or projects causing job displacement or creating undue competition.
Projects whose activities substitute for government responsibilities.

Eligible expenses

Fees for hiring specialized external resources for targeted interventions.
Capital expenditures related to project realization.
Professional fees directly linked to project implementation.
Working capital requirements for the project.

Eligible geographic areas

Businesses located in the city of Gatineau, Quebec.

Selection criteria

Alignment with the objectives and mission of ID Gatineau.
Contribution to the development and diversification of Gatineau's economy.
Potential for wealth creation within the Gatineau territory.
Financial health of the applying business and demonstrated need for financial aid.

How to apply

Preliminary consultation

Contact a strategic advisor at ID Gatineau’s reception to discuss your project.
Evaluate your business's eligibility for the "Business Support" fund.

Preparation of the request

Draft a pre-diagnostic and an action plan in collaboration with ID Gatineau.
Gather the necessary documents for the project evaluation.

Submission of the request

Submit the application accompanied by a project sheet written with ID Gatineau.
Attach all the required documents for the evaluation.

Post-Submission Follow-up

Participate in the analysis procedure with the ID Gatineau staff.
Participate in a semi-annual meeting to follow up on the progress of the project.

Additional information

A satisfaction survey conducted in 2023 indicated that 94% of clients were satisfied or very satisfied with the advisory services provided.
A Common Investment Committee (CIC), comprised of members of the Gatineau business community, evaluates financial assistance applications to ensure alignment with organizational objectives and mission.
The support provided is tailored to companies accompanied by ID Gatineau, emphasizing personalized guidance throughout the funding process.
Applicants are encouraged to contact a strategic advisor at ID Gatineau for further details and support during the application process.

Contacts

819 595-8002

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Frequently Asked Questions about the Business Support Fund Program

Here are answers to the most common questions about the Business Support 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.