Open
Last Update: April 9, 2026
Funding available
$ 5,000 - $ 30,000
Timeline
- Open continuously
Location
Gatineau, Outaouais, Quebec, Canada
Overview
Non-repayable support for social economy projects in Gatineau, up to 30,000. It helps fund innovative initiatives that support local development, community needs, and social economy growth.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop a new program or service
- Increase social or community impact
- Increase production or service capacity
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
- All organization sizes
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
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Start-up or expansion of social economy projects
- Innovative projects in new sectors, new practices, or new expertise areas
- Projects that support local development and community needs
Documents Needed
- Project documents required for evaluation
- Financial statements
- Supporting documents requested by ID Gatineau
- Other documents or reports required during review
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Social economy enterprises
- Cooperatives
- Non-profit organizations
- Start-up and expansion projects in social economy
Who is not eligible
- Worker cooperatives
- Health cooperatives
- Worker-shareholder cooperatives
- Projects based on non-monetizable goods or services
- One-off events such as conferences, festivals, or book publishing
Eligible expenses
- Purchase and improvement of project-related spaces or buildings
- Land, equipment, vehicles, and furniture
- Leasehold improvements
- Professional fees and expertise costs tied to capital and equipment expenses
- Working capital for the first year of operations
- Non-recoverable sales taxes (GST/QST)
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Costs incurred before the application is received by ID Gatineau
- Project development costs such as market, feasibility, or pre-feasibility studies
- General operating costs of a social economy organization
- Debt service, loan repayment, or future borrowing costs
- Funding for projects already completed
Eligible geographic areas
- Gatineau, Quebec
Processing and Agreement
- Applications can be submitted at any time during the year
- ID Gatineau reviews the file for completeness and eligibility
- A project sheet is prepared with the company and submitted to the Joint Investment Committee
- The committee evaluates the project and makes a recommendation or decision
- The company is informed of the decision, and approved projects sign a contribution agreement
Additional information
- Applications can be submitted year-round, subject to fund availability.
- Approved projects require a contribution agreement with ID Gatineau.
- The project name and funding amount are public.
- Legal fees related to the investment may be charged to the company.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the ID Gatineau — FDEES Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the ID Gatineau — FDEES. 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 ID Gatineau — FDEES?
Non-repayable support for social economy projects in Gatineau, up to 30,000. It helps fund innovative initiatives that support local development, community needs, and social economy growth.
How much funding can be received?
ID Gatineau — FDEES Funds up to 25% of admissible expenses, capped at $30,000 per project.
Who is eligible for the ID Gatineau — FDEES program?
To be eligible for the ID Gatineau — FDEES program, you must:
Social economy enterprise
Head office in Gatineau
Supported by ID Gatineau or CDROL
What expenses are eligible under ID Gatineau — FDEES?
Start-up or expansion of social economy projects
Innovative projects in new sectors, new practices, or new expertise areas
Projects that support local development and community needs
Who can I contact for more information about the ID Gatineau — FDEES?
You can contact ID Gatineau by email at none or by phone at 819 595-8002.
Where is the ID Gatineau — FDEES available?
The ID Gatineau — FDEES program is available Outaouais, Quebec.
Is the ID Gatineau — FDEES a grant, loan, or tax credit?
ID Gatineau — FDEES is a Grant and Funding