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ID Gatineau — FDEES

Support for social economy projects in Gatineau
ID Gatineau
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 new projects 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
  • Social economy enterprise
  • Non-profit
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

Selection criteria

  • Job creation or retention, with at least two permanent jobs or equivalent within two years
  • Local hiring and integration of people often excluded from the labour market
  • Marketable goods or services with an established or developing market
  • Economic viability based mainly on self-generated revenue
  • Community support, financial strength, and ability to mobilize partners

How to apply

  • Step 1: Contact ID Gatineau or CDROL
    • Work with the assigned support team.
    • Confirm that your project fits the program orientation.
  • Step 2: Prepare the file
    • Provide the documents needed to assess the project.
    • Build the project sheet with ID Gatineau staff.
  • Step 3: Submit for review
    • Send the complete file through the internal process established by ID Gatineau.
    • The project is then reviewed by the Joint Investment Committee.
  • Step 4: Receive the decision
    • ID Gatineau communicates the decision to the company.
    • If approved, sign the contribution agreement before funding is paid.

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

819 595-8002

Frequently Asked Questions about the ID Gatineau — FDEES Program

What is the ID Gatineau — FDEES?

Non-repayable support for social economy projects in Gatineau, up to $30,000. It helps fund new projects 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 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