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Humami Center — A structured approach to innovation and commercialization based on the specific needs of institutions
Last Update: March 4, 2026
Quebec, Canada
Supports Quebec companies innovating and commercializing for institutional markets
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Overview
The Humami Center program supports Quebec-based companies in adapting and commercializing their products to meet the specific needs of public institutions, fostering innovation and access to institutional markets. The grant offers structured guidance including practical workshops, networking, and expert support, but no specific maximum funding amount is indicated.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
Develop strategic partnerships
Develop a new product
Optimize production processes
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Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Timeline
- Open Date : July 1, 2025
- Closing date : June 30, 2026
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Manufacturing
- Wholesale trade
- Retail trade
- Accommodation and food services
Location
- Quebec
Legal structures
- For-profit business
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Canadians
Activities funded
- Participation in structured innovation and commercialization support programs tailored to the specific needs of public institutions.
- Adaptation and development of existing products to better meet institutional market requirements.
- Integration of institutional needs and expectations into product or service offerings.
- Collaborative engagement with other companies and stakeholders in a cohort-based approach to foster innovation and knowledge sharing.
- Expansion and diversification of product offerings for the institutional sector.
Eligibility
- The applicant must be a Quebec-based company with at least one retail product.
- The company must have internal capacity for adaptation and/or development.
- The company must have a resource available to participate in activities and ensure follow-up.
- The company must be able to provide a continuous and reliable supply.
Who is eligible?
- Quebec-based companies with at least one retail product
Eligible geographic areas
- Quebec
Selection criteria
- Adaptability and internal development capacity of the company.
- Availability of a dedicated resource to participate in activities and ensure follow-up.
- Ability to provide continuous and reliable supply.
How to apply
1
Confirm eligibility criteria
- Verify that your company is Québec-based and has at least one retail product
- Assess your ability to adapt and develop internally
- Ensure availability of staff for participation and follow-up
- Confirm capacity to provide continuous and reliable supply
2
Initiate your application
- Attend cohort information sessions and webinars if available
- Download program catalogs for current or upcoming cohorts
- Contact the program to express your interest or sign up
3
Engage in program activities
- Participate in orientation and adaptation activities with the ecosystem
- Engage in practical workshops to understand the institutional environment
- Develop and tailor your offer to institutional needs based on guidance
4
Collaborate and exchange within cohort
- Share your progress and learnings within your cohort
- Network and build links with other enterprises and institutions
- Access promotional and presentation tools provided by the program
Additional information
- The project is part of the National Strategy for the Purchase of Quebec Foods (SNAAQ) and is implemented by the Humami Center under a mandate from MAPAQ.
- Participation offers companies the opportunity to benefit from collaboration and networking with other actors in the institutional and business ecosystem.
- Cohorts are organized annually, with upcoming and current cohorts scheduled (2024–2026).
- The project supports the diversification and adaptation of product offerings to better meet specific needs of public institutional markets.
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