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Fonds Émergence Estrie — Financing
QC, Canada
Regional microloans for Estrie entrepreneurial projects
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Loans and Capital investments
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- MicroEntreprendre
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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.
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- 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.
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- Pre-startup entrepreneurial projects.
- Startup business initiatives.
- Development projects for existing businesses.
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- 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.
grant_eligibility_criteria|who_can_apply
- Self-employed workers from all sectors.
- Incorporated businesses across various industries.
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- Region of Estrie, Quebec.
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- Step 1: Develop a Business Plan
- Prepare a comprehensive business plan that includes financial forecasts and detailed project objectives.
- Ensure the business plan aligns with the funding requirements and targets entrepreneurial growth in the Estrie region.
- Step 2: Verify Eligibility
- Ensure that the business headquarters and activities are located in the Estrie region.
- Prepare to show a personal financial contribution to the project.
- Step 3: Prepare Application Documents
- Collect necessary documents including the full business plan with financial forecasts.
- Ensure all documents are organized and meet the submission guidelines.
- Step 4: Application Submission
- Complete the application form pertinent to the Fonds Émergence Estrie - Financing.
- Submit the application along with all required documentation to the relevant department or following the prescribed process by the fund provider.
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- 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.
