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FIJE Fund
Financing for startup projects led by young, women and immigrant entrepreneurs
Last Update: April 9, 2026
Funding available
$ 50,000
Timeline
- Open Date : November 1, 2023
- Closing date : March 31, 2024
Location
Montérégie, Quebec, Canada
Overview
This program provides loans of up to $50,000 to support business creation projects led by women, immigrants, and young entrepreneurs aged 18 to 39. It is intended to encourage creative and meaningful business projects.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Start a business
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 50,000 $
Timeline
- Open Date : November 1, 2023
- Closing date : March 31, 2024
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Montérégie
- Quebec
Legal structures
- For-profit business
- Sole proprietorship
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Newcomers to Canada
- Youth (<40)
- Women
Next steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Business creation projects.
Documents Needed
- Financial statements
- Financial forecasts
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Young entrepreneurs aged 18 to 39.
- Women entrepreneurs.
- Immigrants.
Additional information
- The program offers workshops, mentoring, and resources.
- Reduced set-up fees and applicable management fees apply.
- Personal guarantees and other securities are required.
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Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the FIJE Fund Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the FIJE Fund. 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 FIJE Fund?
This program provides loans of up to $50,000 to support business creation projects led by women, immigrants, and young entrepreneurs aged 18 to 39. It is intended to encourage creative and meaningful business projects.
How much funding can be received?
FIJE Fund Funds up to $50,000 of admissible expenses.
What is the deadline to apply?
The application deadline for this grant program was March 31, 2024.
Who is eligible for the FIJE Fund program?
To be eligible for the FIJE Fund program, you must:
Age 18 to 39
Women entrepreneurs
Immigrants
Who can I contact for more information about the FIJE Fund?
You can contact Centre d'Aide aux Entreprises Haute-Yamaska et région (CAEHYR) by email at none or by phone at none.
Where is the FIJE Fund available?
The FIJE Fund program is available Montérégie, Quebec.
Is the FIJE Fund a grant, loan, or tax credit?
FIJE Fund is a Loans and Capital investments
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