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Initiative to Support Economic Development in Montréal’s East End
Support for East End economic development
Last Update: May 7, 2026
Funding available
Varies by project
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Montréal, Quebec, Canada
Overview
This program provides up to $30M to support economic development in Montréal’s East End. It funds projects that help revitalize the area, strengthen attractiveness, and support sustainable reindustrialization through business growth and local ecosystem initiatives.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase performance through digital transformation
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Increase social or community impact
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Construction
- Manufacturing
- Wholesale trade
- Retail trade
- Transportation and warehousing
- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Educational services
- Public administration
Location
- Montréal
- Quebec
Legal structures
- All legal structures
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Starting or expanding local or regional businesses.
- Developing assets and economic diversification initiatives.
- Creating shared equipment in industrial zones.
- Supporting business innovation, productivity, expansion, and market access.
- Building a local ecosystem that supports business growth and collaboration.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Non-profit organizations
- SMEs
- Business associations
- Cooperatives and social economy businesses
- Cégeps and universities
- Municipalities and municipal economic development agencies
Eligible expenses
- Costs directly related to the project and considered reasonable by CED.
- Costs essential to carry out the project.
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Non-essential costs not directly related to the project.
- Refinancing of existing debt.
- Purchase of assets above fair market value.
- Amortization expenses.
- Goodwill costs.
Eligible geographic areas
- Montréal’s East End
- Adjacent territory, in exceptional cases if project benefits the targeted area
Additional information
- Exceptions may apply for projects led by Indigenous organizations and certain capital projects.
- Local SMEs may be considered exceptionally under this initiative.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Initiative to Support Economic Development in Montréal’s East End Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Initiative to Support Economic Development in Montréal’s East End. 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 Initiative to Support Economic Development in Montréal’s East End?
This program provides up to $30M to support economic development in Montréal’s East End. It funds projects that help revitalize the area, strengthen attractiveness, and support sustainable reindustrialization through business growth and local ecosystem initiatives.
Who is eligible for the Initiative to Support Economic Development in Montréal’s East End program?
To be eligible for the Initiative to Support Economic Development in Montréal’s East End program, you must:
Project benefits Montréal’s East End.
Applicant is an eligible organization.
Project supports revitalization or reindustrialization.
What expenses are eligible under Initiative to Support Economic Development in Montréal’s East End?
Starting or expanding local or regional businesses.
Developing assets and economic diversification initiatives.
Creating shared equipment in industrial zones.
Supporting business innovation, productivity, expansion, and market access.
Building a local ecosystem that supports business growth and collaboration.
Who can I contact for more information about the Initiative to Support Economic Development in Montréal’s East End?
You can contact Canada Economic Development for Quebec Regions (CED) by email at none or by phone at none.
Where is the Initiative to Support Economic Development in Montréal’s East End available?
The Initiative to Support Economic Development in Montréal’s East End program is available Montréal, Quebec.
Is the Initiative to Support Economic Development in Montréal’s East End a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Initiative to Support Economic Development in Montréal’s East End is a Grant and Funding
Who are the financial supporters of the Initiative to Support Economic Development in Montréal’s East End?
Initiative to Support Economic Development in Montréal’s East End is funded by Canada Economic Development for Quebec Regions (CED)