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Development Capital — Equity financing
Financing for ambitious Quebec business projects
Last Update: April 9, 2026
Funding available
$ 5,000,000 - $ 100,000,000
Timeline
- Open continuously
Location
Quebec, Canada
Overview
Investissement Québec provides development capital for ambitious business projects in Quebec, with equity financing starting at $5 million. It supports company acquisitions, share buybacks, expansion, and equipment upgrades.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase production or service capacity
- Increase operational productivity
- Complete an acquisition or business transfer
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 100,000,000 $
- Minimum amount : 5,000,000 $
Timeline
- Open continuously
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Manufacturing
Location
- Quebec
Legal structures
- For-profit business
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
- Company acquisition in Quebec or abroad.
- Partial or total share redemption to maintain Quebec ownership.
- Growth or productivity improvement, such as expansion or equipment upgrades.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Quebec businesses.
- SMBs and large corporations.
Who is not eligible
- Businesses in agriculture.
- Businesses in finance and insurance.
- Businesses in real estate, for certain activities.
- Retail businesses and similar activities.
- Businesses mainly serving individuals, except tourism.
Eligible geographic areas
- Quebec
Additional information
- Investissement Québec offers several financing options, which can be combined.
- Equity financing is generally between 20% and 30% of shares.
- Debt financing can reach up to $100 million.
- Contact an Investissement Québec expert for more information.
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Frequently Asked Questions about the Development Capital — Equity financing Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Development Capital — Equity financing. 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 Development Capital — Equity financing?
Investissement Québec provides development capital for ambitious business projects in Quebec, with equity financing starting at $5 million. It supports company acquisitions, share buybacks, expansion, and equipment upgrades.
How much funding can be received?
Development Capital — Equity financing Funds up to $100,000,000 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Development Capital — Equity financing program?
To be eligible for the Development Capital — Equity financing program, you must:
Quebec-based business
Ambitious development project
Outside excluded sectors
What expenses are eligible under Development Capital — Equity financing?
Company acquisition in Quebec or abroad.
Partial or total share redemption to maintain Quebec ownership.
Growth or productivity improvement, such as expansion or equipment upgrades.
Who can I contact for more information about the Development Capital — Equity financing?
You can contact Investissement Québec (IQ) by email at none or by phone at 1 844 474-6367.
Where is the Development Capital — Equity financing available?
The Development Capital — Equity financing program is available the province of Quebec.
Is the Development Capital — Equity financing a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Development Capital — Equity financing is a Loans and Capital investments