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Financial assistance for businesses located in areas affected by major infrastructure projects
Assists businesses impacted by major municipal infrastructure projects
Last Update: March 4, 2026
Funding available
$ 30,000
Timeline
- Open Date : January 1, 2024
- Closing date : September 30, 2026
Location
Quebec City, Capitale-Nationale, Quebec, Canada
Overview
The program provides non-repayable financial assistance of up to $30,000 per business per year. It supports eligible businesses affected by major infrastructure works and certain promotion-focused organizations linked to the TramCité project.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- No objectives are currently available
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 30,000 $
- Up to 5% of project cost
Timeline
- Open Date : January 1, 2024
- Closing date : September 30, 2026
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Quebec City
- Capitale-Nationale
- Quebec
Legal structures
- For-profit business
- Financial cooperative
- Non-profit
- Sole proprietorship
- Public or Parapublic institution
- Non-financial cooperative
- Social economy enterprise
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Canadians
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Economic, Social and Community Development
Target groups
- Business owners / entrepreneurs
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- Municipal
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Businesses affected by major infrastructure works on arterial streets in Quebec City.
- For organizations, promotion projects for commercial streets or commercial sectors affected by TramCité-related works.
Documents Needed
- Business information statement from the Quebec business register.
- Authorization document for any representative.
- Lease copy, if the business is a tenant.
- Proof of the main commercial activity at the establishment.
- Financial statements or tax returns, plus calculation grids and tax notices if available.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Businesses located in a territory affected by major infrastructure works in Quebec City.
- Organizations representing at least 15 eligible businesses on a commercial street or in a commercial sector affected by TramCité-related works.
Who is not eligible
- Businesses or organizations that have ceased operations or are bankrupt at the time of application.
- Businesses that move outside the designated territory after the applicable order is adopted.
- Businesses located in a shopping center with access to another public road.
- Businesses or organizations listed in the Register of Enterprises Ineligible for Public Contracts.
Eligible expenses
- Loss of gross profit directly attributable to major infrastructure works causing a significant decrease in business activity.
Eligible geographic areas
- Quebec City
Additional information
- The program was modified in 2024, so applicants should consult the edition of the program corresponding to their territory.
- A calculation grid for determining the eligible subsidy amount is provided as an annex to the application form.
- If an establishment initially eligible moves outside the designated territory after the executive committee adopts the applicable order, it becomes ineligible.
- Applicants who provide false or incomplete information will lose eligibility and must repay any granted subsidy.
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Frequently Asked Questions about the Financial assistance for businesses located in areas affected by major infrastructure projects Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Financial assistance for businesses located in areas affected by major infrastructure projects. 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 Financial assistance for businesses located in areas affected by major infrastructure projects?
The program provides non-repayable financial assistance of up to $30,000 per business per year. It supports eligible businesses affected by major infrastructure works and certain promotion-focused organizations linked to the TramCité project.
How much funding can be received?
Financial assistance for businesses located in areas affected by major infrastructure projects Funds up to 5% of admissible expenses, capped at $30,000 per project.
What is the deadline to apply?
The application deadline for this grant program is **September 30, 2026**. Applicants must submit their complete application before this date to be considered for funding.
Who is eligible for the Financial assistance for businesses located in areas affected by major infrastructure projects program?
To be eligible for the Financial assistance for businesses located in areas affected by major infrastructure projects program, you must:
Establishment in an eligible territory
Eligible commercial activity
Not under bankruptcy protection
What expenses are eligible under Financial assistance for businesses located in areas affected by major infrastructure projects?
Businesses affected by major infrastructure works on arterial streets in Quebec City.
For organizations, promotion projects for commercial streets or commercial sectors affected by TramCité-related works.
Who can I contact for more information about the Financial assistance for businesses located in areas affected by major infrastructure projects?
You can contact Quebec City by email at commerce@ville.quebec.qc.ca.
Where is the Financial assistance for businesses located in areas affected by major infrastructure projects available?
The Financial assistance for businesses located in areas affected by major infrastructure projects program is available Capitale-Nationale, Quebec.