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CAEHM - Youth strategy
Financing for young entrepreneurs starting a business
Last Update: April 21, 2026
Funding available
$ 5,000 - $ 25,000
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Quebec, Canada
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.
How to apply
- Step 1
- Complete the Project Presentation and Applicant Profile form online.
- Step 2
- Complete the eligibility grid sent after Step 1.
- Step 3
- Prepare a business plan with management, market, and production information.
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.
Frequently Asked Questions about the CAEHM - Youth strategy Program
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 (CAE).
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