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Grant for a circular economy assessment
Supports businesses in Montreal adopting circular economy practices
Last Update: March 3, 2026
Funding available
$ 15,000
Timeline
- Open Date : June 27, 2024
- Closing date : September 30, 2027
Location
Montreal, Montréal, Quebec, Canada
Overview
The Grant for a Circular Economy Assessment offers up to $15,000 in financial assistance to businesses in Montréal for conducting an expert-led assessment of their current practices and developing actionable strategies to integrate circular economy principles. The program supports activities such as evaluating existing business models, identifying improvement opportunities, proposing sustainable solutions, and creating an implementation plan focused on both economic and environmental benefits.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Optimize production processes
- Reduce environmental footprint
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 15,000 $
- Up to 75% of project cost
Timeline
- Open Date : June 27, 2024
- Closing date : September 30, 2027
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Manufacturing
- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Administrative and support, waste management and remediation services
- Other services (except public administration)
- Public administration
Location
- Montreal
- Montréal
- Quebec
Legal structures
- Non-profit
- For-profit business
- Social economy enterprise
Annual revenue
- From $ 500,000 to $ 50,000,000 in revenue
Organisation size
- 3 employees minimum
Audience
- Canadians
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- All industries
Target groups
- All the groups
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- All dimensions
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Assessment of current business practices to identify opportunities for integrating circular economy strategies.
- Development of a concrete action plan to incorporate at least two circular economy approaches into the company's operations.
- Analysis of the potential economic and environmental impacts resulting from the implementation of these strategies.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Private companies
- Social economy enterprises
- Non-profit organizations (NPOs)
- Partnerships (general, limited, or joint ventures)
Who is not eligible
- Companies listed in the Registre des entreprises non admissibles aux contrats publics (RENA).
- Businesses operating in certain sectors such as petroleum, mining, coal, logging, and public institutions.
Eligible expenses
- Fees charged by an expert for conducting a circular economy assessment.
- Detailed invoices for the approved diagnostic and related deliverables.
- Expenses documented by contracts with the mandated expert.
Eligible geographic areas
- City of Montreal agglomeration (Agglomération de Montréal), Quebec
Additional information
- This program is part of the 20 structuring actions of the Montréal Circular Economy Action Plan 2025-2027.
- A regulation overview (RCG 25-021) applies to this program.
- Only one grant application is permitted per business during the program period.
- Templates and guides are provided for certain required documents, such as the French language declaration and expert compliance statement.
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Frequently Asked Questions about the Grant for a circular economy assessment Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Grant for a circular economy assessment. 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 Grant for a circular economy assessment?
The Grant for a Circular Economy Assessment offers up to $15,000 in financial assistance to businesses in Montréal for conducting an expert-led assessment of their current practices and developing actionable strategies to integrate circular economy principles. The program supports activities such as evaluating existing business models, identifying improvement opportunities, proposing sustainable solutions, and creating an implementation plan focused on both economic and environmental benefits.
How much funding can be received?
Grant for a circular economy assessment Funds up to 75% of admissible expenses, capped at $15,000 per project.
What is the deadline to apply?
The application deadline for this grant program is **September 30, 2027**. Applicants must submit their complete application before this date to be considered for funding.
Who is eligible for the Grant for a circular economy assessment program?
To be eligible for the Grant for a circular economy assessment program, you must:
Be a legal entity or partnership registered with the Registraire des entreprises du Québec for at least 2 years
Have headquarters in Quebec and a place of business in Montreal
Generate annual revenue between $500,000 and $50 million and employ at least 3 full-time staff
What expenses are eligible under Grant for a circular economy assessment?
Assessment of current business practices to identify opportunities for integrating circular economy strategies.
Development of a concrete action plan to incorporate at least two circular economy approaches into the company's operations.
Analysis of the potential economic and environmental impacts resulting from the implementation of these strategies.
Who can I contact for more information about the Grant for a circular economy assessment?
You can contact City of Montreal (MTL) or by phone at 5143941793.
Where is the Grant for a circular economy assessment available?
The Grant for a circular economy assessment program is available Montréal, Quebec.