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Last Update: April 21, 2026
Funding available
$ 5,000 - $ 25,000
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Quebec
Overview
This loan provides financing of up to $25,000 for young entrepreneurs. It supports startup needs such as working capital, capital assets, and down payments, with repayment terms that include an initial interest-free period.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase production or service capacity
- Increase operational productivity
- Strengthen organizational capacity
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 25,000 $
- Minimum amount : 5,000 $
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Quebec
Legal structures
- For-profit business
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Youth (<40)
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Business start-up financing for young entrepreneurs.
Documents Needed
- Project Presentation and Applicant Profile form
- Eligibility grid
- Business plan
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Young entrepreneurs
- Businesses with young majority shareholders
Who is not eligible
- Businesses seeking to refinance existing debt
Eligible expenses
- Down payment in capital
- Purchase of capital assets
- Start-up costs
- Working capital
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Refinancing of existing debt
Eligible geographic areas
- Businesses with a head office in the CAEHM service area.
Processing and Agreement
- Submit the online application form as Step 1.
- A CAEHM advisor contacts the applicant to complete Steps 2 and 3.
- Complete the eligibility grid sent after Step 1.
- Prepare and submit a business plan.
Additional information
- Applicants must authorize a credit check.
- The entrepreneur must agree to ongoing monitoring during repayment.
- Financial statements must be provided at regular intervals.
- Support may include updated management skills, coaching, and/or mentoring.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the CAEHM - Youth strategy Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the CAEHM - Youth strategy. 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 CAEHM - Youth strategy?
This loan provides financing of up to $25,000 for young entrepreneurs. It supports startup needs such as working capital, capital assets, and down payments, with repayment terms that include an initial interest-free period.
How much funding can be received?
CAEHM - Youth strategy Funds up to $25,000 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the CAEHM - Youth strategy program?
To be eligible for the CAEHM - Youth strategy program, you must:
Applicants aged 18 to 39.
Majority ownership by young applicants.
Business located in CAEHM area.
What expenses are eligible under CAEHM - Youth strategy?
Business start-up financing for young entrepreneurs.
Who can I contact for more information about the CAEHM - Youth strategy?
You can contact CAE Haute-Montérégie by email at none or by phone at none.
Where is the CAEHM - Youth strategy available?
The CAEHM - Youth strategy program is available the province of Quebec.
Is the CAEHM - Youth strategy a grant, loan, or tax credit?
CAEHM - Youth strategy is a Loans and Capital investments