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MRC Charlevoix — Support Fund for the Emergence of Business Projects
Funding for business project feasibility and expert analysis
Last Update: April 9, 2026
Funding available
$ 10,000
Timeline
- Open Date : January 1, 2024
- Closing date : April 30, 2024
Location
Baie-Saint-Paul, Capitale-Nationale, Quebec, Canada
Overview
Non-repayable support of up to $5,000 for business project emergence in Charlevoix. It funds expert assessments, feasibility studies, documentation, and prototype development to support business decisions.
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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 production or service capacity
- Increase operational productivity
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 10,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Timeline
- Open Date : January 1, 2024
- Closing date : April 30, 2024
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Manufacturing
- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Location
- Charlevoix
- Baie-Saint-Paul
- Capitale-Nationale
- Quebec
Legal structures
- For-profit business
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Rural or Northern Residents
- Startups
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Project opportunity assessment
- Market, technical, and financial feasibility studies
- Process and technology assessments
- Use of consultants and other experts
- Business valuation
Documents Needed
- Cover letter including the amount requested
- Articles of incorporation
- Financial statements for the last three years
- Project or study description with objectives and timeline
- Consultant offer and final selection rationale, if applicable
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Private for-profit businesses
Who is not eligible
- Businesses in gambling, esotericism, clairvoyance, astrology, or personal growth
- Projects with political, religious, sexual, war-related, discriminatory, or degrading purposes
- Projects considered controversial or inappropriate to associate with the MRC de Charlevoix
Eligible expenses
- Consultant fees and expert fees
- Documentation purchases
- Prototype development
- Other costs required to complete the study
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Costs incurred before submitting the project
- Normal operating expenses of the business
- Debt service and future loan repayments
- Already completed projects
- Financing search costs, R&D work, and drafting plans and specifications
Eligible geographic areas
- MRC de Charlevoix
Processing and Agreement
- The project must be authorized by MRC council resolution
- An agreement is signed between the MRC and the eligible business
- 50% of the funding is paid when the agreement is signed
- The balance is paid after required supporting documents and a final report are submitted
- For studies, the final report from the firm or professional must be provided
Additional information
- The project must include go/no-go steps where possible.
- The fund is non-repayable.
- Approval does not guarantee renewal for future applications.
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Frequently Asked Questions about the MRC Charlevoix — Support Fund for the Emergence of Business Projects Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the MRC Charlevoix — Support Fund for the Emergence of Business Projects. 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 MRC Charlevoix — Support Fund for the Emergence of Business Projects?
Non-repayable support of up to $5,000 for business project emergence in Charlevoix. It funds expert assessments, feasibility studies, documentation, and prototype development to support business decisions.
How much funding can be received?
MRC Charlevoix — Support Fund for the Emergence of Business Projects Funds up to 50% of admissible expenses, capped at $10,000 per project.
What is the deadline to apply?
The application deadline for this grant program was April 30, 2024.
Who is eligible for the MRC Charlevoix — Support Fund for the Emergence of Business Projects program?
To be eligible for the MRC Charlevoix — Support Fund for the Emergence of Business Projects program, you must:
Private for-profit businesses
Project in the MRC de Charlevoix
Uses specialized expertise
What expenses are eligible under MRC Charlevoix — Support Fund for the Emergence of Business Projects?
Project opportunity assessment
Market, technical, and financial feasibility studies
Process and technology assessments
Use of consultants and other experts
Business valuation
Who can I contact for more information about the MRC Charlevoix — Support Fund for the Emergence of Business Projects?
You can contact MRC Charlevoix by email at sdle@mrccharlevoix.ca or by phone at 418-435-2639.
Where is the MRC Charlevoix — Support Fund for the Emergence of Business Projects available?
The MRC Charlevoix — Support Fund for the Emergence of Business Projects program is available Capitale-Nationale, Quebec.