MRC La Côte-de-Beaupré — Microcredit Fund – Microcredit Côte-de-Beaupré / Charlevoix
Last Update: January 24, 2025
QC, Canada
Empowerment through microcredit for Côte-de-Beaupré entrepreneurs
MRC La Côte-de-Beaupré — Microcredit Fund – Microcredit Côte-de-Beaupré / Charlevoix at a glance
Eligible Funding
- Max. $25,000
Timeline
- Continuous Intakes
Financing Type
Loans and Capital investments
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Accommodation and food services
- Other services (except public administration)
- Public administration
Grant Providers
- MRC La Côte-de-Beaupré
Status
Open
Overview of the MRC La Côte-de-Beaupré — Microcredit Fund – Microcredit Côte-de-Beaupré / Charlevoix program
The Fonds de microcrédit – Microcrédit Côte-de-Beaupré / Charlevoix program offers access to microcredit of up to $25,000 to support individuals aged 18 and over, residing in Côte-de-Beaupré, who aspire to develop or validate their self-employment or microenterprise projects through a group entrepreneurial approach. The program emphasizes peer support as a crucial component for individuals wishing to establish their place in the economy and society.
Financing terms and conditions
This grant provides financial support through microcredit, specifically structured to aid entrepreneurial progress and project development. The modalities are crafted to ensure access to essential financial resources under clearly defined terms.
- Microcredit loans available up to $25,000 to support project development and entrepreneurial endeavors.
Eligible projects & activities
The grant provides financial support to individuals engaging in entrepreneurial projects or developing small businesses. The eligible activities revolve around project validation, business development, and fostering peer collaboration within micro-enterprises.
- Development and validation of new business projects.
- Expansion and growth of existing small businesses.
- Participatory entrepreneurial workshops and training sessions.
- Peer-support networking activities for business enhancement.
- Collaboration initiatives for business idea refinement.
Examples of admissible projects:
$ 75,000
Expansion of eco-tourism venture with sustainable cabins
$ 30,000
Revitalization project of local markets promoting fresh produce
$ 45,000
Launch of a community-cooperative cafe with local art displays
$ 35,000
Digital platform for local artists to sell and promote artworks
$ 40,000
Artisan collective creating sustainable handmade crafts
Eligibility criteria of the MRC La Côte-de-Beaupré — Microcredit Fund – Microcredit Côte-de-Beaupré / Charlevoix program
Eligibility for this grant is primarily based on individual entrepreneurial engagement and residency criteria.
- The applicant must be an individual interested in self-employment or starting a micro-enterprise.
- The applicant must be willing to engage in group entrepreneurial development processes with peer support.
- The applicant must be 18 years or older.
- The applicant must reside in the Côte-de-Beaupré region.
Who is eligible?
Individuals aged 18 and over who want to establish themselves in the economy and society through self-employment or micro-enterprise. The program is designed to benefit individuals residing in the Côte-de-Beaupré area, looking to maximize involvement in a collective approach where peer support is crucial.
Eligible geographic areas
This grant is available to participants residing in specific geographical areas. Eligibility is focused on supporting individuals from certain regions to promote local economic engagement.
- Individuals residing within the Côte-de-Beaupré region.
How to apply to the MRC La Côte-de-Beaupré — Microcredit Fund – Microcredit Côte-de-Beaupré / Charlevoix program
1
Initial Consultation
- Contact Développement Côte-de-Beaupré to discuss your financing needs.
- Schedule an appointment with a consultant for a preliminary assessment of your project.
2
Eligibility Assessment
- Provide the necessary information about the company and the project.
- The advisor evaluates your eligibility for the various proposed financing solutions.
3
Preparation of the request
- Gather the required documents according to the specific requirements of the chosen financing solution.
- Write a proposal or business plan if necessary.
4
Submission of the request
- Submit the required documents to Côte-de-Beaupré Development.
- Complete any additional forms or documents requested.
5
Follow-up on the request
- Await a response from Développement Côte-de-Beaupré regarding the acceptance of the application.
- Respond to any requests for additional information if necessary.
Additional information
Here are additional relevant details for this grant:
- The grant can be combined with other public funding, as its purpose is to complement existing sources of financing.
- Specific funds are available depending on the sector, such as microcredit for small ventures or support for social economy enterprises.
- There is a focus on supporting sectors that are key to the regional economic ecosystem.
- Beneficiaries might be featured in various media or publications as successful case studies.