Innovative Enterprise Program
- Open continuously
Overview
The Innovative Enterprise Program offers a maximum funding amount of $38,000 to support projects related to robotization, automation, and business process analysis for companies in the manufacturing and agri-food sectors within the MRC Pierre-De Saurel. Eligible activities include feasibility studies, digital diagnostics, and implementation of action plans based on prior analyses.
At a glance
Funding available
- Increase performance through digital transformation
- Maximum amount : 38,000 $
- Up to 95% of project cost
- Open continuously
Eligible candidates
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Manufacturing
- Pierre-De Saurel
- Montérégie
- Quebec
- For-profit business
- All revenue ranges
- All organization sizes
- Startups
Next Steps
Activities funded
Eligible projects for this grant focus on facilitating innovation through strategic planning and the integration of technology for business process enhancement. These initiatives aim to explore the feasibility and implement solutions that position businesses for growth and modernization.
- Feasibility studies to analyze and validate the technical and economic parameters of business start-up, modernization, or expansion projects.
- Digital diagnostics, digital plans, and implementation plans for business processes.
- Implementation of an action plan based on feasibility and digital studies performed.
- Implementation of new technologies identified by feasibility studies for business improvement.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
This program is designed for companies in the manufacturing and agri-food sectors located in the MRC Pierre-De Saurel that have been operational for over three years.
- Feasibility studies to analyze and validate the technical and economic parameters of business start-up, modernization or expansion projects.
- Digital diagnostics, digital plans, and implementation plans.
- Implementation of an action plan based on the studies carried out.
Who is not eligible
This grant specifies eligible companies but does not explicitly list ineligible types, leaving some ambiguity about precise exclusions. Eligibility is focused on strategic sectors within a specific region.
Eligible expenses
The grant covers specific expenses directly related to the implementation and success of the project.
- Professional fees.
- Purchase of specialized information.
- Travel and accommodation expenses.
Eligible geographic areas
This grant is available exclusively to companies situated in a designated area to promote regional innovation and development. Eligible businesses are required to operate within a specific geographical region.
- Companies in the MRC Pierre-De Saurel.
Additional information
Here are additional relevant details for this grant:
- While the grant does not specify that it can be combined with other public funding, it is advisable to clarify potential co-funding options with the administrative body.
- Preference is given to projects that collaborate with local suppliers, enhancing community economic development within the MRC Pierre-De Saurel.
- Additional funding is available for acquiring new equipment, ERP, and CRM systems, contingent upon recommendations from project studies.