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Fonds Émergence Estrie — Financing - QC - Canada

Fonds Émergence Estrie — Financing

Last Update: July 22, 2025
QC, Canada
Regional microloans for Estrie entrepreneurial projects

At a glance

Eligible Funding
  • Max. $20,000
Timeline
  • Unspecified
Financing Type
Loans and Capital investments
Eligible Industries
  • All industries
Funds Providers
Unspecified
Program status
Open

Overview

The Fonds Émergence Estrie offers financing up to $20,000 to support the pre-startup, startup, and development phases of entrepreneurial projects in Estrie. Eligible activities include projects led by self-employed workers and incorporated businesses across all sectors.

Financing terms and conditions

  • Loans available up to a maximum of $20,000 at a fixed interest rate ranging from 5% to 10%.
  • Flexible repayment terms up to five years.
  • No penalties for early loan repayment.
  • Loans are granted to individuals for their business projects, not directly to businesses.
  • Funding can be considered as equity by some financial partners.

Activities funded

  • Pre-startup entrepreneurial projects.
  • Startup business initiatives.
  • Development projects for existing businesses.

Eligibility

  • The applicant must have its headquarters and conduct activities in Estrie.
  • A complete business plan, including financial forecasts, must be submitted.
  • The applicant must provide a personal contribution to the project.

Who is eligible?

  • Self-employed workers from all sectors.
  • Incorporated businesses across various industries.

Eligible geographic areas

  • Region of Estrie, Quebec.

How to apply

1

Prepare the necessary documentation

  • Write a complete business plan including financial forecasts.
  • Provide a personal contribution to the project.
2

Check regional eligibility

Ensure that the head office and activities are located in Estrie.
3

Submit the request

  • Contact the Émergence Estrie Fund for specific instructions on submitting the application.
  • Submit all required documents to the evaluation committee.

Additional information

  • The financing under Fonds Émergence Estrie is structured on the principles of microcredit, emphasizing community involvement in regional funding efforts.
  • Loan conditions are advantageous, with fixed interest rates ranging from 5% to 10% and flexible repayment terms up to five years.
  • No penalties are charged for early repayment of the loan, providing borrowers flexibility in managing their finances.
  • While loans are issued to individuals for entrepreneurial projects, the financing can be recognized as equity by certain financial partners.
  • The process of accumulating and managing the funds is conducted regionally, ensuring that resources remain within the Estrie community.
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