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Economic Diversification Fund (FDE) - Centre-du-Québec and Mauricie regions
Supports economic diversification and business development in targeted regions
Last Update: March 4, 2026
Funding available
Varies by project
Timeline
- Open Date : September 1, 2017
- Closing date : March 31, 2022
Location
Centre-du-Québec, Quebec, Canada
Overview
The Economic Diversification Fund (FDE) for the Centre-du-Québec and Mauricie regions provided financial support totaling $79 million to assist SMEs in realizing projects that promote regional economic diversification and growth. Eligible activities include project implementation in key sectors, business start-ups, and initiatives that create or maintain jobs and generate socio-economic benefits in the targeted regions.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase performance through digital transformation
- Optimize production processes
- Access new markets
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Timeline
- Open Date : September 1, 2017
- Closing date : March 31, 2022
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Manufacturing
- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Other services (except public administration)
- Public administration
Location
- Centre-du-Québec
- Quebec
Legal structures
- For-profit business
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Rural or Northern Residents
- Canadians
- Startups
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Projects that support economic diversification in the Centre-du-Québec and Mauricie regions.
- Initiatives aimed at increasing business revenue through development activities.
- Support for the creation and growth of small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) within eligible sectors.
- Projects generating job creation or job retention in the targeted regions.
- Projects that contribute to regional economic development and the creation of local wealth.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in eligible sectors located in the Centre-du-Québec and Mauricie regions
Eligible geographic areas
- Centre-du-Québec region
- Mauricie region
Additional information
- An evaluation covering 2017–2022 indicates that 80% of participating businesses would not have completed their projects without this financial support.
- The program demonstrated a high level of client satisfaction, with 98% of survey respondents expressing satisfaction with the fund as a whole.
- The fund’s operational governance and responsibilities are clearly defined, and the approach is regarded as consistent with sustainable development principles.
- Future improvements may include systematic tracking of project results and economic impacts after project completion.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Economic Diversification Fund (FDE) - Centre-du-Québec and Mauricie regions Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Economic Diversification Fund (FDE) - Centre-du-Québec and Mauricie regions. 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 Economic Diversification Fund (FDE) - Centre-du-Québec and Mauricie regions?
The Economic Diversification Fund (FDE) for the Centre-du-Québec and Mauricie regions provided financial support totaling $79 million to assist SMEs in realizing projects that promote regional economic diversification and growth. Eligible activities include project implementation in key sectors, business start-ups, and initiatives that create or maintain jobs and generate socio-economic benefits in the targeted regions.
What is the deadline to apply?
The application deadline for this grant program was March 31, 2022.
Who is eligible for the Economic Diversification Fund (FDE) - Centre-du-Québec and Mauricie regions program?
To be eligible for the Economic Diversification Fund (FDE) - Centre-du-Québec and Mauricie regions program, you must:
Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in eligible sectors
Located in Centre-du-Québec or Mauricie regions
What expenses are eligible under Economic Diversification Fund (FDE) - Centre-du-Québec and Mauricie regions?
Projects that support economic diversification in the Centre-du-Québec and Mauricie regions.
Initiatives aimed at increasing business revenue through development activities.
Support for the creation and growth of small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) within eligible sectors.
Projects generating job creation or job retention in the targeted regions.
Projects that contribute to regional economic development and the creation of local wealth.
Who can I contact for more information about the Economic Diversification Fund (FDE) - Centre-du-Québec and Mauricie regions?
You can contact Ministère de l'économie, de l'innovation et de l'énergie du Québec (MEIE) by email at evaluation@economie.gouv.qc.ca.
Where is the Economic Diversification Fund (FDE) - Centre-du-Québec and Mauricie regions available?
The Economic Diversification Fund (FDE) - Centre-du-Québec and Mauricie regions program is available Centre-du-Québec, Quebec.
Is the Economic Diversification Fund (FDE) - Centre-du-Québec and Mauricie regions a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Economic Diversification Fund (FDE) - Centre-du-Québec and Mauricie regions is a Grant and Funding