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Investment Fund for the Economic Development of the Municipality of Concepción
Interest-free financing for local business projects
Last Update: April 21, 2026
Funding available
$ 10,000
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
La Conception, Laurentides, Quebec
Overview
This program provides up to $10,000 in interest-free financing for businesses in La Conception. It supports start-up, growth, expansion, succession, consolidation, and other local economic development projects.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Increase production or service capacity
- Implement environmental initiatives
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 10,000 $
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Manufacturing
- Retail trade
- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Accommodation and food services
Location
- La Conception
- Laurentides
- 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
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Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Start-up projects.
- Growth and expansion projects.
- Succession and consolidation projects.
- Local business projects that support community development.
- Projects promoting sustainable and eco-responsible practices.
Documents Needed
- Financial assistance application form
- Business plan
- Financial forecasts
- Proof of zoning compliance
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Legally incorporated businesses.
- Entrepreneurs with a business location in La Conception.
- Businesses led by an owner aged 18 or older.
- Occupants of an eligible property, if they meet the other conditions.
Who is not eligible
- Organizations or projects of a sexual, religious, or political nature.
- Businesses involved in controversial activities.
- Businesses operating in cannabis cultivation, matchmaking, war games, weapons, tarot, astrology, self-growth courses, or pawn shops.
- Activities considered non-priority for the community.
Eligible expenses
- Capital costs such as land, buildings, equipment, machinery, and vehicles.
- Incorporation fees and similar business setup costs.
- Technology, software, software packages, and patents.
- Professional fees related to the project.
- Marketing and communications fees.
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Goodwill expenses.
- Research and development activities.
- Projects or organizations of a sexual, religious, or political nature.
- Controversial activities, including cannabis cultivation, matchmaking agencies, war games, weapons, tarot, astrology, self-growth courses, and pawn shops.
- Activities considered non-priority for the community.
Eligible geographic areas
- Municipality of La Conception
Processing and Agreement
- The file is analyzed and presented to the investment committee.
- The committee reviews the project and recommends whether financial support should be granted.
- A funding agreement is signed between the CDE and the business.
- After acceptance, the business has one year to complete the project.
- A final activity report must be completed at the end of the project.
Additional information
- Applications are reviewed by an investment committee appointed by the Municipality of La Conception.
- A non-refundable file opening fee of $150 applies.
- Only one financial assistance request per year is allowed per business.
- The program is managed in partnership with the CDE of the MRC des Laurentides.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Investment Fund for the Economic Development of the Municipality of Concepción Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Investment Fund for the Economic Development of the Municipality of Concepción. 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 Investment Fund for the Economic Development of the Municipality of Concepción?
This program provides up to $10,000 in interest-free financing for businesses in La Conception. It supports start-up, growth, expansion, succession, consolidation, and other local economic development projects.
How much funding can be received?
Investment Fund for the Economic Development of the Municipality of Concepción Funds up to $10,000 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Investment Fund for the Economic Development of the Municipality of Concepción program?
To be eligible for the Investment Fund for the Economic Development of the Municipality of Concepción program, you must:
Legally incorporated business.
Business located in La Conception.
Project with growth potential.
What expenses are eligible under Investment Fund for the Economic Development of the Municipality of Concepción?
Start-up projects.
Growth and expansion projects.
Succession and consolidation projects.
Local business projects that support community development.
Projects promoting sustainable and eco-responsible practices.
Who can I contact for more information about the Investment Fund for the Economic Development of the Municipality of Concepción?
You can contact CDE of the Laurentians by email at none or by phone at none.
Where is the Investment Fund for the Economic Development of the Municipality of Concepción available?
The Investment Fund for the Economic Development of the Municipality of Concepción program is available Laurentides, Quebec.
Is the Investment Fund for the Economic Development of the Municipality of Concepción a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Investment Fund for the Economic Development of the Municipality of Concepción is a Loans and Capital investments