Open
Last Update: April 22, 2026
Funding available
$ 30,000
Timeline
- Open Date : April 24, 2025
- Closing date : March 31, 2027
Location
Quebec, Canada
Overview
The program offers non-repayable financial assistance of up to $50,000 to support the implementation of a digital plan. It helps businesses carry out a digital transformation project based on a plan developed under sub-component 1B.
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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
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 30,000 $
- Up to 30% of project cost
Timeline
- Open Date : April 24, 2025
- Closing date : March 31, 2027
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Quebec
Legal structures
- For-profit business
- Social economy enterprise
Annual revenue
- $ 2,500,000 minimum revenue
Organisation size
- 250 employees maximum
Audience
- Canadians
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Implementation of a digital plan
- Use of preliminary studies for an investment project
Documents Needed
- Completed and signed board representative consent form
- Detailed project and financing description
- Digital plan from sub-component 1B
- Annual financial statements for the last two years
- Compliant service offers and francization compliance proof
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- For-profit businesses
- Social economy enterprises
- Businesses operating in Quebec
- Foreign businesses registered in Quebec
Who is not eligible
- Companies listed on the RENA registry
- Businesses not compliant with francization requirements
- State-owned or government-controlled entities
- Businesses under bankruptcy or insolvency protection
- Businesses mainly active in weapons, fossil fuels, gambling, sexual exploitation, or tobacco and drugs
Eligible expenses
- Professional fees for external consultants
- Purchase of specialized information
- Travel, accommodation, and meal expenses
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Human resources activities
- Business development activities outside Quebec
- Equipment installation activities
- Expenses incurred before the application is filed
- Capital, internal, debt service, and sales tax expenses
Eligible geographic areas
- Quebec
Processing and Agreement
- Eligible applications are analyzed as submitted
- Additional information may be requested during review
- The ministry may limit the number of selected applications
- Approved projects receive an offer letter with payment conditions
- Any requested change must be sent in writing before the expense is incurred
Additional information
- The website must be available in French.
- Applications must be complete and compliant to be accepted.
- Only applications submitted through ClicSEQUR Enterprises are accepted.
- A prequalification step is required before submitting the application.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the ESSOR – Component 1C Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the ESSOR – Component 1C. 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 ESSOR – Component 1C?
The program offers non-repayable financial assistance of up to $50,000 to support the implementation of a digital plan. It helps businesses carry out a digital transformation project based on a plan developed under sub-component 1B.
How much funding can be received?
ESSOR – Component 1C Funds up to 30% of admissible expenses, capped at $30,000 per project.
What is the deadline to apply?
The application deadline for this grant program is **March 31, 2027**. Applicants must submit their complete application before this date to be considered for funding.
Who is eligible for the ESSOR – Component 1C program?
To be eligible for the ESSOR – Component 1C program, you must:
French-language website required
Digital plan from sub-component 1B
Plan completed within 24 months
What expenses are eligible under ESSOR – Component 1C?
Implementation of a digital plan
Use of preliminary studies for an investment project
Who can I contact for more information about the ESSOR – Component 1C?
You can contact Investissement Québec (IQ) by email at aidefinanciere@invest-quebec.com or by phone at 1 844 474-6367.
Where is the ESSOR – Component 1C available?
The ESSOR – Component 1C program is available the province of Quebec.