Consolidating the entrepreneurial life cycle in the ecological transition
Montréal, QC, Canada
Montréal provides financial aid to NPOs helping companies at all stages implement ecological transition projects.
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- grant_single|openingDateJuly 1, 2022
- grant_single|closingDateAugust 15, 2022
- grant_single|grantStatusClosed
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Grant and Funding
grant_single|eligibleIndustries
- Manufacturing
- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Administrative and support, waste management and remediation services
- Educational services
- Other services (except public administration)
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- City of Montreal (MTL)
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This program, funded with a $1,000,000 annual budget, supports projects in three categories: raising awareness and skill development for ecological entrepreneurship, aiding start-ups in eco-transition from conception to market, and enabling SMEs and large corporations to adopt sustainable practices and technologies.
grant_single_labels|terms_and_conditions
This grant aims to provide financial aid to organizations engaged in the ecological transition, offering structured funding options based on project needs and city stipulations.
- The city's financial assistance will cover up to 80% of the total project funding.
- At least 20% of the project costs must be sourced from the applicant or other public/private contributions, including in-kind contributions.
- The funding is distributed over a two-year period starting from the signing of the financial contribution agreement.
- Financial assistance cannot include more than 10% of project costs allocated to management fees.
- Exclusions include expenses that are already covered by other government programs, and capital expenditures.
- No direct financial support to businesses is permitted under this grant.
grant_single_labels|projects
This grant supports projects related to the ecological transition that focus on entrepreneurship and business development. Eligible activities span from raising awareness to technology transfer among various business sizes.
- Development of knowledge and skills through innovation challenges and business community building with an ecological transition perspective.
- Support for start-ups in Montréal oriented towards ecological transition, from idea validation to commercialization.
- Facilitation of environmental solution transfers, clean technologies, or circular economy practices to SMEs and large companies.
grant_single|admissibleProjectsExample
$ 175,000
Development of a circular economy initiative for reducing plastic waste
$ 65,000
Launching a community garden to promote ecological entrepreneurship skills in youth
$ 100,000
Creating a renewable energy solutions training program for local tradespeople
$ 30,000
Conducting a series of eco-transition webinars for financial cooperatives
$ 120,000
Supporting start-ups in eco-transition through a technology incubator
$ 75,000
Eco-friendly waste management system implementation for SMEs
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Eligibility for this grant is determined by specific requirements related to the status and operations of the applicant organization, as well as the nature of the submitted project.
- The applicant must be a legally incorporated non-profit organization in Canada.
- The organization must have an active business establishment in Montréal’s 19 boroughs or neighbouring municipalities.
- The organization's mission should be related to helping entrepreneurs or supporting the ecological transition.
- The organization must demonstrate sound financial and governance practices.
- Submitted projects must meet at least one of the program objectives and fall into one of the defined categories: Awareness, Start-ups, or SMEs and large companies.
- Projects must be carried out on the territory of the Montréal agglomeration and primarily target Montrealers.
- The applicant organization must implement the project, handling most stages in-house, including recruitment, promotion, management, and accountability.
grant_eligibility_criteria|who_can_apply
Non-profit organizations legally incorporated in Canada and with an active establishment in Montréal's 19 boroughs or neighbouring municipalities are eligible to apply for this grant. These organizations must have missions related to assisting entrepreneurs or the ecological transition and demonstrate sound financial and governance practices.
grant_eligibility_criteria|eligible_expenses
This grant supports projects by non-profit organizations aimed at advancing ecological transition within the business community of Montréal. The activities eligible for this funding emphasize the start-up and growth of businesses in ecological transition, fostering entrepreneur communities, and transferring innovative solutions to companies.
- Supporting start-ups oriented towards ecological transition, from idea validation to commercialization.
- Facilitating business communities through awareness and knowledge-building initiatives focused on ecological solutions.
- Encouraging the implementation of clean technologies and circular economy practices in SMEs and large corporations.
- Launching innovation challenges that prioritize ecological transition goals.
- Transferring environmental solutions to various sectors and supporting their operational adoption.
- Promoting the acquisition and distribution of best practices and research outcomes in ecological transition.
grant_eligibility_criteria|zone
This grant is available to non-profit organizations with an active establishment operating within specific geographical boundaries. The eligible areas are those within the jurisdiction of Montréal, focusing on its agglomeration.
- Montréal’s 19 boroughs.
- Neighbouring municipalities of Montréal.
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The evaluation and selection of projects for this grant are based on specific criteria not explicitly detailed in the context provided, leaving the exact scoring system or criteria unknown.
grant_single_labels|register
Here are the steps to submit an application for this grant:
- Step 1: Download and Complete Application Form
- Download the application form titled "Formulaire de dépôt de projet - Consolidation de la chaîne entrepreneuriale" from the specified link on the program page.
- Fill in all required sections of the application form with accurate and complete information about your project and organization.
- Step 2: Gather Supporting Documents
- Prepare a resolution from the Board of Directors authorizing the submission of the application and designating a representative for signing documents.
- Collect the organization's letters patent.
- Gather financial statements for the past two years.
- Create a list of the members of the board of directors.
- Assemble any other relevant documents that support your application.
- Step 3: Submission of Application
- Submit the completed application form and all supporting documents by the deadline of August 15, 2022.
- Ensure submission is made according to the instructions provided, typically through a designated portal or via email to the specified contact.
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Here are additional relevant details for this grant:
- Financial support is offered as a percentage, which must not exceed 80% of the total project costs.
- The applicant organization must cover at least 20% of the project costs with their contributions or external sources.
- Eligible expenses include salaries, space rentals related to the project, professional fees, and technology costs directly related to the project, among others.
- Funding is delivered over a two-year period following the signing of the financial contribution agreement.
- The project must be completed no later than October 2024.
- Funding cannot be used for expenses occurred before the agreement is signed, nor for certain ineligible expenses like travel, operating expenses, or direct financial support to businesses.
- The project submission guide is available in French and provides comprehensive details on project funding.
