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ID Gatineau — FDEES
Last Update: March 24, 2026
Gatineau, Quebec, Canada
Funding for social economy projects in Gatineau
Grant and Funding
Loans and Capital investments
Overview
This program offers a non-repayable contribution of up to $30,000 for social economy projects in Gatineau. It supports new projects, eligible expenses, and initiatives that promote local development and community impact.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Integrate new technologies
- Increasing community impact
- Develop a new product
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 30,000 $
- Minimum amount : 5,000 $
- Up to 25% of project cost
Timeline
- Open continuously
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Gatineau
- Outaouais
- Quebec
Legal structures
- Non-profit
- Social economy enterprise
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- 2 employees minimum
Audience
- Startups
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Economic, Social and Community Development
Target groups
- Business owners / entrepreneurs
- Nonprofits / charities
Revenue structures
- Fee-for-service model
Scope
- Municipal
Activities funded
- Start-up or expansion of social economy projects.
- New social economy projects that diversify the local economy.
- Innovative projects exploring new sectors, methods, or expertise.
Examples of admissible projects:
$ 30,000
Expand specialty sauce production for retail and foodservice
$ 30,000
Build a community kitchen and catering hub for steady growth
Documents Needed
- Project documents required for evaluation.
- Supporting documents requested through ID Gatineau's internal process.
- Financial information needed to assess the project.
Eligibility
- Start-up or expansion social economy enterprise.
- Head office located in Gatineau.
- Personalized support from ID Gatineau or CDROL.
- Project aligns with FDEES priorities.
- Project shows financial usefulness and community benefit.
Who is eligible?
- Social economy enterprises.
- Cooperatives.
- Non-profit organizations.
- Start-up or expanding businesses with a head office in Gatineau.
Who is not eligible
- Worker cooperatives.
- Health cooperatives.
- Worker-shareholder cooperatives (CTA).
- Projects that replace government responsibilities.
- Projects in saturated markets or causing job displacement or unfair competition.
Eligible expenses
- Purchase or improvement of premises and buildings used for the project.
- Land, equipment, vehicles, and furniture.
- Leasehold improvements.
- Professional fees and expert services tied to capital expenditures.
- Working capital for the first year and non-recoverable sales taxes.
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Project costs incurred before the application is received.
- Project preparation costs, such as market or feasibility studies.
- Operating costs of a social economy organization.
- Debt service, future loan repayments, or financing for an already completed project.
Eligible geographic areas
- Gatineau, Quebec.
Selection criteria
- Creation or maintenance of at least two permanent jobs or the equivalent within two years.
- Local hiring and integration of people excluded from the labour market.
- Sound entrepreneurial potential and economic viability.
- Ability to secure other funding and maintain financial strength.
- Community support and, where relevant, sectoral support.
How to apply
1
Check eligibility
- Confirm that your project fits the FDEES target: an economy social project in Gatineau
- Make sure your enterprise is accompanied by ID Gatineau or CDROL
- Check that your project is not among the excluded projects
2
Prepare application file
- Prepare the documents required to evaluate your project
- Work with ID Gatineau staff to complete the information requested
- Build the project file in collaboration with the organization
3
Submit for review
- Submit the completed project file for analysis
- Your request may be submitted at any time during the year, subject to available funds
- The file is then reviewed by the joint investment committee
4
Await decision
- Wait for the joint investment committee decision
- ID Gatineau will communicate the decision according to its internal process
- If approved, a contribution agreement will be signed
Processing and Agreement
- Applications can be submitted year-round, subject to available funds.
- ID Gatineau reviews whether the file is complete and eligible.
- A project sheet is prepared and submitted to the Joint Investment Committee.
- The committee evaluates the project and makes a recommendation or decision.
- ID Gatineau communicates the decision and approved projects sign a contribution agreement.
Additional information
- Applications can be submitted at any time during the year.
- Funding availability is subject to available funds.
- Approved projects require a non-repayable contribution agreement.
- The project name and funding amount may be made public.
Contacts
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