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CED — Business Information Services
Get referrals and market data for your SME
Last Update: March 3, 2026
Funding available
Varies by project
Timeline
- Open Date : October 13, 2023
Location
Canada
Overview
If you are a future entrepreneur or need help for your SME, you can get front-line referrals to programs, support resources, regulations and market information on trends and opportunities in your sector. Find information about your market, or be directed
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Access new markets
- Conduct research or evaluation activities
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Timeline
- Open Date : October 13, 2023
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Canada
Legal structures
- Financial cooperative
- Non-profit
- Public or Parapublic institution
- For-profit business
- Sole proprietorship
- Social economy enterprise
- Non-financial cooperative
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Startups
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Economic, Social and Community Development
- Business Associations
Target groups
- Business owners / entrepreneurs
- Nonprofits / charities
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- All dimensions
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
This grant provides tailored business information services to future entrepreneurs and small businesses, focusing on market data and referral assistance to guide business development and decision-making. The eligible activities are aimed at refining business strategy and gaining insights into market dynamics.
- Access to tailored referrals for guidance on funding programs and resources.
- Provision of information on business plans, legal structures, regulations, permits, and licenses.
- Introduction to partners for development strategy support.
- Access to business trends, consumption statistics, and financial performance indicators.
- Market data analysis including sales volume, market size, and competitive landscape insights.
- Provision of business lists and profiles to identify clients, suppliers, or competitors.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
Anyone considering going into business or launching a business and who is seeking information on a sector of activity, reliable data from databases or regulatory information.Any small or medium-sized business or organization looking for support, information or funding sources. Special attention will be paid to businesses and organizations with fewer than 100 employees.Consultants and for-profit entities working on behalf of a client wishing to submit a service request are invited to ask their clients to submit their request directly to CED.Eligible expenses
There are eligible expenses for this grant. Eligible expenses include:
- Business plans
- Legal structures to found a business
- Regulations, permits, and licenses
- Funding programs and sources
- Market data and analysis
Eligible geographic areas
This service is offered by Canada Economic Development for Quebec Regions, specifically targeting businesses and entrepreneurs within Quebec. The geographical focus aligns with the regional economic development objectives of Quebec.
- Quebec
Additional information
Here are some additional relevant details for accessing CED's information services:
- Service requests should be submitted directly by the individual or organization seeking assistance, not by third parties such as consultants.
- Response times for requests vary based on their complexity, and users are encouraged to consult CED's service standards for expectations.
- CED provides introductions to partners who could aid in business development strategies, offering a network of valuable contacts.
- Attention is focused on aiding small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with fewer than 100 employees.
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Frequently Asked Questions about the CED — Business Information Services Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the CED — Business Information Services. 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 CED — Business Information Services?
If you are a future entrepreneur or need help for your SME, you can get front-line referrals to programs, support resources, regulations and market information on trends and opportunities in your sector. Find information about your market, or be directed
Who is eligible for the CED — Business Information Services program?
To be eligible for the CED — Business Information Services program, you must:
Prospective entrepreneurs or small and medium-sized businesses seeking market information or guidance on funding programs and resources.
Businesses and organizations with fewer than 100 employees looking for support, information, or funding sources.
What expenses are eligible under CED — Business Information Services?
This grant provides tailored business information services to future entrepreneurs and small businesses, focusing on market data and referral assistance to guide business development and decision-making. The eligible activities are aimed at refining business strategy and gaining insights into market dynamics. Access to tailored referrals for guidance on funding programs and resources.
Provision of information on business plans, legal structures, regulations, permits, and licenses.
Introduction to partners for development strategy support.
Access to business trends, consumption statistics, and financial performance indicators.
Market data analysis including sales volume, market size, and competitive landscape insights.
Provision of business lists and profiles to identify clients, suppliers, or competitors.
Who can I contact for more information about the CED — Business Information Services?
You can contact Canada Economic Development for Quebec Regions (CED).
Where is the CED — Business Information Services available?
The CED — Business Information Services program is available across Canada.
Is the CED — Business Information Services a grant, loan, or tax credit?
CED — Business Information Services is a Expert Advice
Who are the financial supporters of the CED — Business Information Services?
CED — Business Information Services is funded by Canada Economic Development for Quebec Regions (CED), Government of Canada