Flat-rate grant: businesses in sectors affected by major works

Q: What is the deadline to apply?

The deadline to apply is not specified.

Q: Who is eligible for the Flat-rate grant: businesses in sectors affected by major works program?

To be eligible for the Flat-rate grant: businesses in sectors affected by major works program, you must: • Operate in retail, rental, or consumer services • Be located in an eligible sector affected by major public infrastructure works • Be active prior to the start of construction

Q: Who can I contact for more information about the Flat-rate grant: businesses in sectors affected by major works?

You can contact City of Montreal (MTL).

Q: Where is the Flat-rate grant: businesses in sectors affected by major works available?

The Flat-rate grant: businesses in sectors affected by major works program is available the province of QC.

Last Update: July 22, 2025

Montréal, QC

Support for businesses impacted by major municipal construction projects

At a glance

Eligible Funding

From $5,000 to $5,000

Timeline

Unspecified

Financing Type

Grant and Funding

Eligible Industries

Retail trade
Real estate and rental and leasing
Accommodation and food services
Other services (except public administration)
Public administration

Funds Providers

Unspecified

Program status

Open

Overview

The Flat-rate grant offers up to $5,000 to eligible businesses located in Montreal sectors impacted by major public infrastructure works. The program aims to help retail, rental, and consumer service establishments maintain operations during disruptive construction projects.

Financing terms and conditions

Flat-rate grant of $5,000 for each eligible establishment.
Only one grant can be awarded per establishment during the 3-year program duration.

Activities funded

Maintaining retail, rental, or consumer service business operations during major public infrastructure works in designated sectors of Montreal.
Supporting continuity of business activities in areas impacted by extended construction work.

Examples of admissible projects:

$ 5,000

Install temporary outdoor signage and rent sandwich boards for visibility

$ 5,000

Launch a local delivery program with third-party courier services

$ 4,800

Set up a temporary pick-up counter and purchase mobile POS

Eligibility

The business must be located in a sector of the agglomeration affected by major infrastructure works managed by the City of Montreal, a related city, or the STM.
The business must be engaged in retail sales, product rental, or the provision of consumer services.
The business must have been operating before the start of the public works project.
The establishment must be situated in an eligible zone, as designated for this program.

Who is eligible?

Retail businesses
Businesses involved in the rental of products
Businesses providing consumer services

Who is not eligible

Businesses providing massage services.
Companies in professional, scientific, and technical services (except interior design and photography services).
Businesses in finance and insurance sectors.
Healthcare and social assistance providers (except daycare services).
Real estate service providers (except self-storage mini-warehouses).

Eligible geographic areas

Businesses located in sectors of the Montréal agglomeration affected by major infrastructure projects initiated by the City of Montréal, a related city, or the Société de transport de Montréal (STM).

How to apply

Gather required documents

Gather digital copies of required documents, including the company information statement from the Registre des entreprises du Québec
Obtain a valid certificate of occupancy
Consult the Guide on the Charter of the French Language and complete the Declaration form, signed and accompanied by the necessary certificate or attestation, if applicable
Provide a document granting power of attorney for any representative, if applicable
Attach a complete copy of the lease, signed by both parties, proving tenant status before and during the works, if applicable

Complete and assemble application

Complete the application form for each eligible establishment
Attach all required supporting documents to the application

Submit the application

Submit each completed application online with the attached documents

Additional information

The grant amount is a flat rate of $5,000 per eligible establishment.
Only one grant per establishment can be awarded for the duration of the three-year program.
Applications are accepted until the allocated funds are exhausted.
The grant can be awarded as soon as major construction begins, and no proof of loss of income is required.

Apply to this program

Frequently Asked Questions about the Flat-rate grant: businesses in sectors affected by major works Program

Here are answers to the most common questions about the Flat-rate grant: businesses in sectors affected by major works. 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.