Open
Last Update: May 28, 2026
Funding available
$ 20,000 - $ 250,000
Timeline
- Open Date : February 3, 2026
Location
Laval, Quebec, Canada
Overview
This program provides loans of up to $250,000 to support business start-ups and growth in Laval. It also supports succession or acquisition projects, working capital, equipment, and related investment needs.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase production or service capacity
- Increase operational productivity
- Complete an acquisition or business transfer
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 250,000 $
- Minimum amount : 20,000 $
Timeline
- Open Date : February 3, 2026
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Construction
- Manufacturing
- Retail trade
- Real estate and rental and leasing
- Accommodation and food services
Location
- Laval
- Laval
- Quebec
Legal structures
- For-profit business
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Startups
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Business start-up.
- Business expansion.
- Business succession or acquisition.
- Purchase or renewal of equipment.
- Working capital support.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Start-up businesses.
- Growing businesses.
- Entrepreneurs seeking business succession or acquisition.
Who is not eligible
- Retail businesses.
- Construction companies.
- Tobacco and cannabis businesses.
- Real estate businesses.
- Traditional agricultural producers.
- Food service businesses.
- Businesses focused on sexual, religious, or political activities.
- Services to individuals.
- Controversial activities.
Eligible expenses
- Capital expenses such as land, buildings, equipment, machinery, rolling stock, and incorporation costs.
- Technology, software, and patent acquisition.
- Working capital.
- Professional fees directly related to an acquisition transaction.
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Research and development activities.
- Goodwill expenses.
Eligible geographic areas
- Laval
Additional information
- The program has two components: general and succession.
- The financing takes the form of a conventional loan.
- General applications are processed on an ongoing basis.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Laval Économique — Local Investment Fund Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Laval Économique — Local Investment Fund. 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 Laval Économique — Local Investment Fund?
This program provides loans of up to $250,000 to support business start-ups and growth in Laval. It also supports succession or acquisition projects, working capital, equipment, and related investment needs.
How much funding can be received?
Laval Économique — Local Investment Fund Funds up to $250,000 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Laval Économique — Local Investment Fund program?
To be eligible for the Laval Économique — Local Investment Fund program, you must:
Business activities must be in Laval.
Project must fit a program stream.
Business model must be solid and innovative.
What expenses are eligible under Laval Économique — Local Investment Fund?
Business start-up.
Business expansion.
Business succession or acquisition.
Purchase or renewal of equipment.
Working capital support.
Who can I contact for more information about the Laval Économique — Local Investment Fund?
You can contact Laval Economique by email at a.lafreniere@laval.ca or by phone at 450-978-6888.
Where is the Laval Économique — Local Investment Fund available?
The Laval Économique — Local Investment Fund program is available Laval, Quebec.
Is the Laval Économique — Local Investment Fund a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Laval Économique — Local Investment Fund is a Loans and Capital investments