Open
Last Update: March 3, 2026
Funding available
$ 150,000
Timeline
- Open Date : August 27, 2025
Location
Quebec City, Capitale-Nationale, Quebec, Canada
Overview
The program offers a non-repayable contribution of up to $150,000, covering up to 40% of eligible expenses. It supports investment projects tied to business growth, productivity improvement, eco-responsible practices, equipment, real estate projects, and first-time establishment in the Québec agglomeration.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase performance through digital transformation
- Increase operational productivity
- Optimize production processes
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 150,000 $
- Up to 40% of project cost
Timeline
- Open Date : August 27, 2025
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Quebec City
- Capitale-Nationale
- Quebec
Legal structures
- Sole proprietorship
- Social economy enterprise
- For-profit business
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Indigenous Peoples
- Canadians
- Startups
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Acquisition and installation of production, operational, or technology equipment
- Sustainable development projects tied to water, materials, circular economy, GHG reduction, sustainable production, logistics, transport, or environmental certification
- Real estate projects for site development or requalification supported by the City of Québec
- First-time establishment in the Québec agglomeration of a company headquartered outside Québec
Documents Needed
- Board resolution authorizing the application and signature of related documents
- Projected financial statements for two years
- Financial statements for the last three completed fiscal years, if applicable
- Completed eligibility application form
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Private incorporated companies
- Indigenous-owned sole proprietorships and partnerships in Wendake
- Social economy enterprises carrying out mainly commercial activities
- Property owners with commercial urban agriculture projects
Who is not eligible
- Social economy organizations without sound democratic governance
- Applicants who are not discharged from bankruptcy
- Companies listed in the Register of enterprises ineligible for public contracts
- Applicants with outstanding amounts owed to the City of Québec
- Discriminatory, controversial, or event-based projects
Eligible expenses
- Purchase or rental of goods, equipment, and assets related to the project
- Leasehold improvement works
- Professional fees, consulting services, and studies supporting these expenses
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Land or building acquisition, standard furniture, and salaries
- Regular operating costs, debt repayment, and reimbursement of existing loans
- Charity-related activities and volunteer resource payments
- Expenses incurred before the substantially complete application is filed
- Projects involving relocation of production outside the Québec agglomeration without written consent
Eligible geographic areas
- Québec City agglomeration
- Wendake
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are received and analyzed under the current investment policy
- Project admissibility does not guarantee funding approval
- Final approval depends on fund availability and municipal authorization
- Applicants are notified through the normal review process
Additional information
- Any outstanding amounts owed to the City of Québec will be deducted from the financial assistance upon payment.
- Prior financial obligations with the city must be settled before applying.
- For leasehold improvement projects, a minimum 5-year lease is required.
- Funding approval remains subject to fund availability and final municipal authorization.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Capitale-Productivity Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Capitale-Productivity. 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 Capitale-Productivity?
The program offers a non-repayable contribution of up to $150,000, covering up to 40% of eligible expenses. It supports investment projects tied to business growth, productivity improvement, eco-responsible practices, equipment, real estate projects, and first-time establishment in the Québec agglomeration.
How much funding can be received?
Capitale-Productivity Funds up to 40% of admissible expenses, capped at $150,000 per project.
Who is eligible for the Capitale-Productivity program?
To be eligible for the Capitale-Productivity program, you must:
Private incorporated businesses, social economy enterprises, or Indigenous-owned businesses in Wendake
Investment projects linked to growth or productivity
Project located in Québec agglomeration or Wendake
What expenses are eligible under Capitale-Productivity?
Acquisition and installation of production, operational, or technology equipment
Sustainable development projects tied to water, materials, circular economy, GHG reduction, sustainable production, logistics, transport, or environmental certification
Real estate projects for site development or requalification supported by the City of Québec
First-time establishment in the Québec agglomeration of a company headquartered outside Québec
Who can I contact for more information about the Capitale-Productivity?
You can contact Quebec City by email at degp@ville.quebec.qc.ca or by phone at 4186416185.
Where is the Capitale-Productivity available?
The Capitale-Productivity program is available Capitale-Nationale, Quebec.
Is the Capitale-Productivity a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Capitale-Productivity is a Grant and Funding