MRC La Côte-de-Beaupré — Support Measure for Self-Employment
grant_single|update January 24, 2025
Beaupré, QC
Support for viable and profitable self-employment business projects
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- grant_single|timelineUnspecified
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Grant and Funding
grant_single|eligibleIndustries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Construction
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
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- MRC La Côte-de-Beaupré
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grant_card_status|open
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The Mesure de soutien au travail autonome provides up to 42 weeks of financial assistance to eligible individuals aiming to launch a viable and profitable business project, with the support facilitated by Emploi-Québec. The program covers activities related to the development of a business plan over 12 weeks and the subsequent establishment of the business over 30 weeks.
grant_single_labels_website|terms_and_conditions
This grant provides financial support specifically structured to facilitate the successful launch and establishment of a business over a defined period. The financing modalities are aimed at the initial development and implementation stages of entrepreneurship.
- Financial assistance is available for a total of 42 weeks, divided into two distinct phases.
- Phase 1 covers 12 weeks, focusing on the development of a business plan.
- Phase 2 extends for 30 weeks, supporting the implementation of the business.
- Funding is provided in the form of individual allowances to eligible participants.
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This grant supports individuals in launching viable and profitable business ventures by providing financial support over a period of 42 weeks. The projects eligible under this grant are focused on the establishment and consolidation of new businesses.
- Development and completion of a comprehensive business plan.
- Implementation and establishment of a startup enterprise.
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$ 40,000
Launching a community-based organic food cooperative
$ 60,000
Beautification project for enhancing public spaces
$ 120,000
Expansion of a local solar energy company
$ 50,000
Development of a youth entrepreneurship training program
$ 150,000
Establishment of a community technology and innovation hub
$ 70,000
Implementation of a digital literacy initiative
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The eligibility criteria for this grant focus on the individual's employment status and the nature of the business project.
- The applicant must be an active recipient or eligible for employment insurance.
- The applicant must be a recipient of employment assistance.
- The applicant must be unemployed and without public income support.
- The applicant must be a worker with a precarious employment status.
- The business project must be a startup, though individuals on employment assistance may already have a business and wish to consolidate it.
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This measure is designed to assist eligible individuals wishing to implement a viable and profitable business project. Participants' allocations are provided by Emploi-Québec. Eligible applicants include active or eligible beneficiaries of employment insurance, employment assistance recipients, unemployed individuals without public income support, individuals with precarious employment status, and individuals on employment assistance who are already in business and wish to consolidate their enterprise.
grant_eligibility_criteria|zone
This grant is specifically tailored for individuals within the MRC La Côte-de-Beaupré region. It aims to foster local economic growth by supporting self-employment initiatives in this geographical area.
- MRC La Côte-de-Beaupré region.
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1
Consultation of financing solutions
Visit the Côte-de-Beaupré Development site to explore the different funding options available.
2
Assessment of Eligibility
Contact an advisor to discuss your project and check your eligibility for available funds.
3
Preparation of the request
- Gather information about your business and prepare the necessary documents, such as business plans and financial projections.
- Develop a clear presentation of your funding needs and how the chosen fund can meet those needs.
4
Submission of the request
Send your request by email or via the means of transmission indicated by Développement Côte-de-Beaupré.
5
Follow-up on the request
Wait for the response from Côte-de-Beaupré Development and provide additional information if requested.
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Here are additional relevant details for this grant:
- Développement Côte-de-Beaupré provides video capsules and a toolbox as resources to support applicants.
- Advisors are available to provide tailored guidance for project development or consolidation.