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CED support for incubators and accelerators 2024–2028 - Call for proposals
Support for Quebec startup incubators and accelerators
Last Update: May 28, 2026
Funding available
$ 100,000 - $ 500,000
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Quebec, Canada
Overview
Canada Economic Development for Quebec Regions provides support to incubators and accelerators serving tech and innovation startups in Quebec. The program funds incubation and acceleration activities that help startups grow, innovate, and strengthen their regional impact.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Develop a new program or service
- Increase social or community impact
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 500,000 $
- Minimum amount : 100,000 $
- Up to 75% of project cost
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Information and cultural industries
- Professional, scientific and technical services
Location
- Quebec
Legal structures
- Non-profit
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Startups
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Economic, Social and Community Development
Target groups
- Business owners / entrepreneurs
Revenue structures
- Mixed revenue (<50% earned)
Scope
- Regional
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Incubation and acceleration services for startups
- Coaching, mentoring, and support services
- Product and service development support
- Technology and knowledge transfer
- Networking, business contacts, and strategic information services
Documents Needed
- Completed application form
- Organization’s financial statements and annual reports for the last two years
- Project proposal in Word format
- CVs of the management team and five mentors
- Performance grid file
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Non-profit organizations
- Incubators
- Accelerators
Who is not eligible
- For-profit businesses
- Organizations not operating in Quebec
- Organizations whose head office is not in Quebec
- Organizations whose primary mission is not incubation or acceleration
Eligible expenses
- Wages related to eligible activities
- Consulting fees
- Travel expenses
- Other costs directly needed to carry out eligible activities
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Setting up a fund to finance business projects
- Debt refinancing
- Amortization expenses
- Purchase of assets above fair market value
- Goodwill and other non-essential costs
Eligible geographic areas
- Quebec
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are assessed against the published evaluation criteria
- CED may contact supported businesses to verify information submitted
- Applications are reviewed and prioritized based on the proposal’s merit
- Organizations not selected will not be eligible for CED funding for the same activities in future years
- A contribution agreement and related official documents must be approved by the authorized person before funding is finalized
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the CED support for incubators and accelerators 2024–2028 - Call for proposals Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the CED support for incubators and accelerators 2024–2028 - Call for proposals. 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 support for incubators and accelerators 2024–2028 - Call for proposals?
Canada Economic Development for Quebec Regions provides support to incubators and accelerators serving tech and innovation startups in Quebec. The program funds incubation and acceleration activities that help startups grow, innovate, and strengthen their regional impact.
How much funding can be received?
CED support for incubators and accelerators 2024–2028 - Call for proposals Funds up to 75% of admissible expenses, capped at $500,000 per project.
Who is eligible for the CED support for incubators and accelerators 2024–2028 - Call for proposals program?
To be eligible for the CED support for incubators and accelerators 2024–2028 - Call for proposals program, you must:
Non-profit organization
Based and operating in Quebec
Primary mission in incubation or acceleration
What expenses are eligible under CED support for incubators and accelerators 2024–2028 - Call for proposals?
Incubation and acceleration services for startups
Coaching, mentoring, and support services
Product and service development support
Technology and knowledge transfer
Networking, business contacts, and strategic information services
Who can I contact for more information about the CED support for incubators and accelerators 2024–2028 - Call for proposals?
You can contact Canada Economic Development for Quebec Regions (CED) by email at none or by phone at none.
Where is the CED support for incubators and accelerators 2024–2028 - Call for proposals available?
The CED support for incubators and accelerators 2024–2028 - Call for proposals program is available the province of Quebec.
Is the CED support for incubators and accelerators 2024–2028 - Call for proposals a grant, loan, or tax credit?
CED support for incubators and accelerators 2024–2028 - Call for proposals is a Grant and Funding