Evol — Conventional loan

Evol — Conventional loan

Loans for diversified and inclusive Quebec businesses

At a glance

Eligible Funding
  • From 20,000$ to 450,000$
Timeline
  • Open Date : February 16, 2022
Financing Type
Loans and Capital investments
Eligible Industries
  • All industries
Grant Providers
  • Evol
Status
Open

Overview

Get a loan ranging from $20,000 to $450,000 for your business growth, acquisition or transfer project.

Eligibility criteria

The grant provides funding to entrepreneurs for business growth, acquisition, and transfer projects. Eligibility criteria include:

  • Minimum down payment of 5% of the project value
  • Maximum amortization period of 8 years
  • Interest rate based on risk premium
  • Possibility of moratorium at loan granting
  • Annual management fee of 1.5% of the loan balance
  • Required documents: business plan, financial statements, interim financial statements

Who is eligible

Most business sectors are eligible for this grant. The types of companies that can benefit from this grant include:

  • Start-ups
  • Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs)
  • Existing businesses looking for growth, acquisition, or transfer opportunities

Eligible expenses

Eligible expenses for this grant include the acquisition of tangible and intangible assets, working capital related to business operations, development and marketing of products/services, and purchase/redemption of shares.

  • Acquisition of tangible and intangible assets
  • Working capital for business operations
  • Development and marketing of products and services
  • Purchase and redemption of shares

Eligible projects & activities

We offer financing for various business projects and activities such as the acquisition of assets, working capital needs, development of products and services, and share purchases in eligible business sectors. The interest rates and terms are customized based on the risk level of the project.

  • Acquisition of tangible and intangible assets
  • Working capital for business operations
  • Development and marketing of new products and services
  • Purchase and redemption of shares

Evaluation & selection criteria

There are evaluation and selection criteria for this grant.

  • Business plan and/or project summary
  • 2-year projected financial statements
  • Financial reports for the past 3 years (where possible)
  • Most recent interim financial statements

How to apply

  • Step 1: Prepare a business plan and/or project summary.
  • Step 2: Provide 2-year projected financial statements.
  • Step 3: Submit financial reports for the past 3 years when possible.
  • Step 4: Include the most recent interim financial statements.

Additional information

Additional information for applicants:

  • Applicants should ensure that all financial documents are accurate and up-to-date to expedite the application process.
  • It is advisable to contact the financing institution for any specific requirements or guidelines related to the loan application.

Documents and links

Evol — Conventional loan

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