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Funding Policy – Regions and Rurality Fund (Component 2) – Agglomeration of La Tuque
Funding for strategic business development projects
Last Update: April 28, 2026
Funding available
$ 500,000
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Mauricie, Quebec, Canada
Overview
This program provides financial support for strategic business projects in the Agglomeration of La Tuque. It supports business start-up, expansion, succession, modernization, and local economic development, including private rental housing and proximity services.
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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 : 500,000 $
- Up to 80% of project cost
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Construction
- Manufacturing
- Wholesale trade
- Retail trade
- Real estate and rental and leasing
- Accommodation and food services
- Other services (except public administration)
- Public administration
Location
- Mauricie
- Quebec
Legal structures
- All legal structures
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Business start-up, expansion, succession, and modernization projects
- Development of private rental housing, including affordable and social housing
- Projects in commercial, industrial, airport, primary, secondary, tertiary, or tourism sectors
- Projects supporting proximity services in the Agglomeration of La Tuque
Documents Needed
- Business plan or executive summary
- Project cost estimate or quotation from a recognized company
- Any other document considered relevant by the advisor
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Social economy businesses, including non-profits and cooperatives
- For-profit businesses with a Quebec enterprise number
Who is not eligible
- Health institutions, hospitals, private or public clinics, and health cooperatives
- Educational institutions and their related organizations
- Financial sector businesses, including insurance and real estate brokers
- Individuals not operating a business
- Applicants listed in the Register of Enterprises Ineligible for Public Contracts
Eligible expenses
- Construction, setup, and implementation costs related to the project
- Capital expenditures such as land, buildings, equipment, machinery, and incorporation fees
- Technology, software, patent acquisition, and professional fees
- Working capital strictly tied to the first year of start-up, succession, or expansion/modernization
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Expenses incurred before the application is submitted
- Costs related to projects already completed
- Loans, loan guarantees, and equity investments
- Operating deficit, interest charges, debt repayment, and working capital replenishment
- Costs not directly related to the project, including rolling stock, severance, lobbying, and refundable taxes
Eligible geographic areas
- Agglomeration of La Tuque
Processing and Agreement
- The advisor reviews the application and prepares a recommendation.
- The investment advisory committee reviews the file and may request changes or additional details.
- The council decides whether to approve or refuse the project.
- If approved, a financing agreement is signed before any payment is made.
- If refused, the applicant is informed by email and may resubmit only if the project changes significantly.
Additional information
- Technical assistance is available from the Ville de La Tuque economic and forestry development team.
- The fund operates under a territorial development agreement ending March 31, 2028.
- Approved projects and funding amounts are made public.
- Beneficiaries must follow the visibility protocol in the funding agreement.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Funding Policy – Regions and Rurality Fund (Component 2) – Agglomeration of La Tuque Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Funding Policy – Regions and Rurality Fund (Component 2) – Agglomeration of La Tuque. 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 Funding Policy – Regions and Rurality Fund (Component 2) – Agglomeration of La Tuque?
This program provides financial support for strategic business projects in the Agglomeration of La Tuque. It supports business start-up, expansion, succession, modernization, and local economic development, including private rental housing and proximity services.
How much funding can be received?
Funding Policy – Regions and Rurality Fund (Component 2) – Agglomeration of La Tuque Funds up to 80% of admissible expenses, capped at $500,000 per project.
Who is eligible for the Funding Policy – Regions and Rurality Fund (Component 2) – Agglomeration of La Tuque program?
To be eligible for the Funding Policy – Regions and Rurality Fund (Component 2) – Agglomeration of La Tuque program, you must:
Legally incorporated business in La Tuque
Project for start-up, expansion, succession, or modernization
Minimum 10% cash contribution
What expenses are eligible under Funding Policy – Regions and Rurality Fund (Component 2) – Agglomeration of La Tuque?
Business start-up, expansion, succession, and modernization projects
Development of private rental housing, including affordable and social housing
Projects in commercial, industrial, airport, primary, secondary, tertiary, or tourism sectors
Projects supporting proximity services in the Agglomeration of La Tuque
Where is the Funding Policy – Regions and Rurality Fund (Component 2) – Agglomeration of La Tuque available?
The Funding Policy – Regions and Rurality Fund (Component 2) – Agglomeration of La Tuque program is available Mauricie, Quebec.
Is the Funding Policy – Regions and Rurality Fund (Component 2) – Agglomeration of La Tuque a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Funding Policy – Regions and Rurality Fund (Component 2) – Agglomeration of La Tuque is a Grant and Funding
Who are the financial supporters of the Funding Policy – Regions and Rurality Fund (Component 2) – Agglomeration of La Tuque?
Funding Policy – Regions and Rurality Fund (Component 2) – Agglomeration of La Tuque is funded by Ville de La Tuque