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ID Gatineau — Economic Diversification Fund

Non-repayable funding for Gatineau economic diversification

Offered by
ID Gatineau

Record updated

Funding available
$ 100,000
Up to 15.000001% of project cost
Deadline
Open continuously
Location
Gatineau, Quebec, Canada
Who can apply
For-profit organizations legally incorporated in Quebec and registered with the REQ
See full eligibility

Overview

This program provides non-repayable funding of up to CAD 100,000 to support economic diversification and wealth creation in Gatineau. It backs business establishment, strategic infrastructure, innovation ecosystem development, and initiatives that strengthen the city’s visibility.

At a glance

Funding available

Maximum funding
$100,000
Maximum share of project costs
15%
Financing goals
  • Develop strategic partnerships
  • Develop a new program or service
  • Increase social or community impact
  • Increase production or service capacity
  • Implement environmental initiatives
  • Develop a new product or service
  • Increase operational productivity
  • Conduct research and development activities
  • Optimize production processes
  • Reduce environmental footprint
  • Access new markets
  • Start a business
  • Launch or market a product/service
  • Renovate or expand facilities

Eligible candidates

Location
  • Gatineau
  • Outaouais
  • Quebec
Eligible Industries
All industries
Annual revenue
All revenue ranges
Organisation size
All organization sizes
Audience
  • Startups
Legal structures
For-profit business, Social economy enterprise

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Take a practical assessment to gain a clear understanding of how well this program aligns with your specific needs and long-term goals.

Availability timeline

2026
Periods: 1

Latest changes

ID Gatineau funding programs updated

The funding programs page now adds PAUPME tariff-related application details, a downloadable form and email submission instructions, and it also shows new funding information for ID Gatineau-supported businesses.

See more

The Programmes de financement page now includes a new PAUPME tariff-related borrowing option, with a downloadable form and instructions to submit the request by email. The page also now shows a maximum amount of 250,000 $ for the ID Gatineau-supported business financing section, along with added FLI/FLS information and a requirement that the economic diversification fund is reserved for businesses accompanied by CDROL. The application and contact details tied to the program content were expanded at the same time, including a new email submission path and revised references to the supporting policy documents.

Official source: idgatineau.ca
September 30, 2026

Eligibility

Who is eligible?

  • For-profit organizations legally incorporated in Quebec and registered with the REQ
  • Non-profit organizations and cooperatives legally incorporated in Quebec and registered with the REQ
  • Educational institutions legally incorporated in Quebec and registered with the REQ
  • Research centers legally incorporated in Quebec and registered with the REQ

Who is not eligible

  • Projects in saturated markets or causing undue competition.
  • Projects that displace jobs rather than create them.
  • Municipal infrastructure projects for leisure, sports, community life, roads, sewers, or aqueducts.
  • Projects that replace government responsibilities.
  • Controversial projects that ID Gatineau or its partners cannot reasonably be associated with.

Eligible expenses

  • Capital expenditures such as land, buildings, equipment, machinery, vehicles, and leasehold improvements.
  • Pre-commercialization and commercialization costs for innovative products.
  • Technology, software, licenses, and related training costs.
  • Professional fees for international prospecting and specialized studies.
  • Working capital for the first year of operations and preliminary investment studies.

Ineligible Costs and Activities

  • Costs incurred before the project is submitted.
  • Consulting fees linked to the applicant without written authorization.
  • Refundable sales taxes.
  • Goodwill acquisition.
  • Debt service and loan repayment.
  • Projects in saturated markets, involving undue competition, or shifting jobs from one business to another.
  • Municipal leisure, sports, community, road, sewer, and aqueduct infrastructure projects.
  • Projects that replace government responsibilities or are controversial.

Eligible geographic areas

  • Gatineau, Quebec.
  • Organizations legally incorporated in Quebec.

Activities funded

  • Establishment of high value-added businesses in Gatineau, including attracting businesses from outside Quebec.
  • Development and/or renovation of strategic infrastructure.
  • Implementation of new programs and services aimed at accelerating innovation, sustainable development, exports, and the development of the manufacturing sector.
  • Deployment of a commercialization plan for innovative products or processes.
  • New cultural, tourism, or sporting activities and events aimed at raising Gatineau's profile; support for technology companies involved in Gatineau's innovation zone.

How to apply

  • Contact your strategic business development advisor at ID Gatineau.
  • The project sponsor, in collaboration with ID Gatineau staff, must attach the documents required for the project assessment according to an internal process established by ID Gatineau management.

Selection criteria

  • Economic viability and project relevance to Gatineau’s entrepreneurial ecosystem.
  • Expected economic impact and wealth creation in Gatineau.
  • Distinct expertise, product, or service with market potential.
  • Ability to develop international markets, where applicable.
  • Project usefulness and strategic fit with ID Gatineau’s mission and priorities.

Processing and Agreement

  • Applications can be submitted at any time during the year, subject to available funds.
  • ID Gatineau staff review the project and may provide technical support to refine it.
  • A project sheet is prepared with the applicant and submitted to the Investment Committee.
  • The Investment Committee evaluates the project and makes a recommendation to the Board of Directors.
  • If approved, a funding agreement is signed and disbursement conditions must be met within 12 months of the offer letter.

Additional information

  • Applications can be submitted at any time during the year, subject to available funds.
  • Approved projects require a signed agreement with ID Gatineau.
  • Project names and funding amounts are public.

Contacts

819 595-8002
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Frequently Asked Questions about the ID Gatineau — Economic Diversification Fund Program

What is the ID Gatineau — Economic Diversification Fund?

This program provides non-repayable funding of up to CAD 100,000 to support economic diversification and wealth creation in Gatineau. It backs business establishment, strategic infrastructure, innovation ecosystem development, and initiatives that strengthen the city’s visibility.

How much funding can be received?

ID Gatineau — Economic Diversification Fund Funds up to 15.000001% of admissible expenses, capped at $100,000 per project.

What is the deadline to apply?

The program is accepting continuous intake

Who is eligible for the ID Gatineau — Economic Diversification Fund program?

To be eligible for the ID Gatineau — Economic Diversification Fund program, you must: Legally incorporated in Quebec Project in Gatineau Aligned with ID Gatineau priorities

What expenses are eligible under ID Gatineau — Economic Diversification Fund?

Capital expenditures such as land, buildings, equipment, machinery, vehicles, and leasehold improvements. Pre-commercialization and commercialization costs for innovative products. Technology, software, licenses, and related training costs. Professional fees for international prospecting and specialized studies. Working capital for the first year of operations and preliminary investment studies.

Who can I contact for more information about the ID Gatineau — Economic Diversification Fund?

You can contact ID Gatineau or by phone at 819 595-8002.

Where is the ID Gatineau — Economic Diversification Fund available?

The ID Gatineau — Economic Diversification Fund program is available Outaouais, Quebec.