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CAE Beauce-Chaudière — Quasi-Equity Loan

Q: How much funding can be received?

CAE Beauce-Chaudière — Quasi-Equity Loan Funds up to $300,000 of admissible expenses.

Q: Who is eligible for the CAE Beauce-Chaudière — Quasi-Equity Loan program?

To be eligible for the CAE Beauce-Chaudière — Quasi-Equity Loan program, you must: The business must be located in Beauce. The business must have been in operation for at least 3 years. The project cost must be at least $1 million.

Q: Where is the CAE Beauce-Chaudière — Quasi-Equity Loan available?

The CAE Beauce-Chaudière — Quasi-Equity Loan program is available Chaudière-Appalaches, Quebec.

Q: Is the CAE Beauce-Chaudière — Quasi-Equity Loan a grant, loan, or tax credit?

CAE Beauce-Chaudière — Quasi-Equity Loan is a Loans and Capital investments

Q: Who are the financial supporters of the CAE Beauce-Chaudière — Quasi-Equity Loan?

CAE Beauce-Chaudière — Quasi-Equity Loan is funded by CAE Beauce-Chaudière

Last Update: March 4, 2026

Quebec, Canada

Quasi-equity loans supporting business projects in Beauce-Chaudière

Loans and Capital investments

Overview

The CAE Beauce-Chaudière Quasi-Equity Loan offers up to $300,000 to enhance equity for business projects requiring a minimum of $1 million. This program is designed to complement traditional financing and supports eligible businesses in Beauce that meet specific operational and financial criteria.

At a glance

Funding available

Financing goals

Renovate your business/factory

Eligible Funding

Maximum amount : 300,000 $
Minimum amount : 100,000 $

Timeline

Unspecified

Eligible candidates

Eligible Industries

All industries

Location

Chaudière-Appalaches
Quebec

Legal structures

For-profit business

Annual revenue

All revenue ranges

Organisation size

200 employees maximum

Audience

Rural or Northern Residents
Startups

Eligibility

The business must be located in Beauce.
The business must have been in operation for at least 3 years.
A minimum EBITDA of $250,000 in the last two years is required.
The business must generate a minimum of $100,000 in funds.
The project must have a cost of at least $1 million.
The business must have 200 employees or fewer.
The loan cannot be used to refinance debt.

Eligible geographic areas

Businesses located in Beauce.

How to apply

Preparation of the initial file Evaluate if the company meets the eligibility criteria for this grant.

Gather the financial information and necessary documents such as recent financial statements.

Project Development Design a detailed project plan, highlighting the objectives, strategies, and benefits for the company.

Prepare a profitability analysis justifying the need for the quasi-equity loan.

Consultation with a financial advisor Meet with a financial advisor or a grants expert to review the file and ensure that it is complete and meets the requirements.

Submission of the application Contact the CAE Beauce-Chaudière to learn about the submission procedures, such as the postal or electronic sending of documents.

Submit the complete application file according to the instructions provided by the organization.

Follow-up and confirmation Check the receipt of the request through written or electronic confirmation from the organization.

Keep all correspondence for future reference.

Additional information

The loan is structured to complement traditional financial institution offerings, enhancing project viability.
Capital repayment moratorium provides flexibility, allowing businesses to stabilize financially before starting repayments.
The loan encourages business owners to leverage their equity by matching personal investment with loan funds.

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Frequently Asked Questions about the CAE Beauce-Chaudière — Quasi-Equity Loan Program

Here are answers to the most common questions about the CAE Beauce-Chaudière — Quasi-Equity Loan. 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.