Open
Last Update: June 8, 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 $
- Up to 80% of project cost
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
- 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
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 80% of admissible expenses, capped at $250,000 per project.
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 the province of 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