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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
- Launch or market a product/service
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
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Young entrepreneurs aged 18 to 39.
- Women entrepreneurs.
- Immigrants.
How to apply
1
Consultation of eligibility criteria
Check that you meet the eligibility criteria, such as age and immigrant or woman entrepreneur status.
2
Preparation of the documentation
- Prepare the current financial statements of your company as well as the financial forecasts.
- Compile all necessary supporting documents.
3
Project development
- Write a detailed description of your business project, highlighting its creativity and meaningful potential.
- Include a detailed business plan.
4
Meeting with a mentor
Participate in a mentoring session to refine your project and your application.
5
Submission of the request
- Fill out the FIJE fund application form.
- Attach all prepared and reviewed documents.
- Send the complete file electronically or through the submission method specified by the FIJE fund.
6
Reception and follow-up
- Receive a confirmation of receipt of your request.
- Track the status of your request and wait for a response from the organization.
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.
Frequently Asked Questions about the FIJE Fund Program
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).
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