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DÉPART Program – Features of Financial Assistance
Financial support for feasibility studies and project delivery
Last Update: June 10, 2026
Funding available
$ 15,000 - $ 300,000
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Quebec, Canada
Overview
DÉPART Program – Features of Financial Assistance provides non-repayable funding to support feasibility studies and other projects. It can also cover hiring costs tied to project delivery, including salaries and related benefits within the stated limits.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop team skills
- Attract or retain talent
- Increase production or service capacity
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 300,000 $
- Minimum amount : 15,000 $
- Up to 70% of project cost
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Professional, scientific and technical services
Location
- Quebec
Legal structures
- All legal structures
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Feasibility studies.
- Other projects supported under the program.
- Hiring a professional to carry out the project.
Eligibility
Eligible expenses
- Eligible project expenses tied to feasibility studies or other projects.
- Salary costs for hiring, including related employee benefits, within the program limits.
Additional information
- Only one financial assistance award may be granted per company per fiscal year.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the DÉPART Program – Features of Financial Assistance Program
What is the DÉPART Program – Features of Financial Assistance?
DÉPART Program – Features of Financial Assistance provides non-repayable funding to support feasibility studies and other projects. It can also cover hiring costs tied to project delivery, including salaries and related benefits within the stated limits.
How much funding can be received?
DÉPART Program – Features of Financial Assistance Funds up to 70% of admissible expenses, capped at $300,000 per project.
Who is eligible for the DÉPART Program – Features of Financial Assistance program?
To be eligible for the DÉPART Program – Features of Financial Assistance program, you must:
Feasibility study or other project
Hiring costs related to the project
What expenses are eligible under DÉPART Program – Features of Financial Assistance?
Feasibility studies.
Other projects supported under the program.
Hiring a professional to carry out the project.
Who can I contact for more information about the DÉPART Program – Features of Financial Assistance?
You can contact Investissement Québec (IQ) by email at none or by phone at none.
Where is the DÉPART Program – Features of Financial Assistance available?
The DÉPART Program – Features of Financial Assistance program is available the province of Quebec.
Is the DÉPART Program – Features of Financial Assistance a grant, loan, or tax credit?
DÉPART Program – Features of Financial Assistance is a Grant and Funding