MRC Abitibi-Ouest — Digital Transition Fund
Last Update: January 24, 2025
QC, Canada
International market expansion and support for businesses
MRC Abitibi-Ouest — Digital Transition Fund at a glance
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Timeline
- Continuous Intakes
Financing Type
Grant and Funding
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Manufacturing
- Wholesale trade
- Retail trade
- Accommodation and food services
Grant Providers
- MRC Abitibi-Ouest
Status
Open
Overview of the MRC Abitibi-Ouest — Digital Transition Fund program
The grant aims to support businesses looking to expand their market reach, focusing on market study execution, project planning, strategic information sourcing, and exportation efforts. It provides access to local investment funds, Emergence funds, and Digital Transition funds, offering comprehensive guidance for international business development.
Eligible projects & activities
This grant aims to support businesses in expanding their market reach and facilitating their digital transition. It also assists in strategic planning and access to specialized resources for growth and international development.
- Conducting market research and project planning.
- Seeking financing opportunities.
- Accessing strategic information for business expansion.
- Identifying suppliers of specialized products and services.
- Completing the necessary steps for project realization.
Eligibility criteria of the MRC Abitibi-Ouest — Digital Transition Fund program
Who is eligible?
Companies or industries looking to expand their market presence and engage in export initiatives would potentially be candidates for this program. The grant aims to support businesses at various stages of their development, particularly in strategic sectors tied to local and international market expansion. Specific stakeholder groups include:- Businesses aiming to conduct market studies and strategic planning.- Organizations searching for funding opportunities to support growth.- Entities requiring access to strategic information for market development.- Companies involved in the biofood sector within the MRC d'Abitibi-Ouest or related to strategic value chains.- Collaborations within the value creation network that connects various stakeholders like producers, processors, and retailers.
Eligible geographic areas
This grant specifically targets companies situated within the MRC of Abitibi-Ouest region. It is designed to promote the digital transition efforts of businesses to enhance their business dynamics in these particular areas.
- Companies located within the MRC of Abitibi-Ouest.
How to apply to the MRC Abitibi-Ouest — Digital Transition Fund program
1
Project preparation
- Identify the expansion objectives of your business and the target markets.
- Conduct market research to support your project.
- Plan the key steps in the development of your project.
2
Search for funding
- Explore the available financing options such as Local Investment Funds, Emergence Fund, and Digital Transition Fund.
- Prepare the necessary documents to prove eligibility for these funds.
3
Collection of strategic information
- Research and analyze relevant information to strengthen your application.
- Identify key players and suppliers in the agri-food sector if applicable.
4
Drafting the request
- Use guides such as the Business Plan Writing Guide and the Business Plan Writing Workbook to structure your request.
- Include necessary agreements such as the Non-Disclosure Agreement and the Signature Authorization if required.
5
Submission of the request
- Send the application to the specified grant program by following the provided instructions.
- Check that all required documents are included and complete.
Additional information
Here are additional relevant details for this grant:
- The organization offers support in market research and strategic planning to assist businesses in their expansion goals.
- The program provides comprehensive international business development support through 48e Nord International.
- Local funding opportunities include Fonds locaux d'investissement, Fonds Émergence, and Fonds Transition numérique.
- Various tools are available, such as a business plan writing guide, a non-disclosure agreement, and authorization to sign documents.
- A special focus is placed on bioalimentaire value creation networks to promote local product channels.