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IQC 4.0 — Stream 1
Digital transformation plan for Quebec construction industry
Last Update: May 15, 2026
Funding available
$ 100,000
Timeline
- Closing date : March 28, 2024
Location
Quebec, Canada
Overview
The Initiative Québécoise for Construction 4.0 support the digital transformation of Quebec's construction industry, with a specific focus on implementing Building Information Modeling (BIM) on a large scale. Eligible activities include personalized digital diagnostics and the development of tailored action plans that address the specific challenges and needs of participating businesses and project owners.
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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 an online presence
- Optimize production processes
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 100,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Timeline
- Closing date : March 28, 2024
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Construction
Location
- Quebec
Legal structures
- For-profit business
- Financial cooperative
- Non-profit
- Sole proprietorship
- Public or Parapublic institution
- Non-financial cooperative
- Social economy enterprise
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Economic, Social and Community Development
- Employment and Training
- Business Associations
- Professional Associations
Target groups
- Business owners / entrepreneurs
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- Provincial
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Digital diagnostics for construction companies and project owners.
- Development of a tailored action plan for digital transformation.
- Follow-up support and training for organizations that have received their action plan.
- Structured digitalization and automation projects for Quebec suppliers supported by owners or distribution networks.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Construction companies
- Organizations in the built environment sector
- Project owners in construction-related activities
Eligible expenses
- Personalized support by experts for the implementation of a digital diagnosis.
- Development of a tailored action plan for digital transformation.
- Monitoring and feedback by specialists to ensure progress in the digital approach.
Eligible geographic areas
- Quebec
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed after submission and selected based on the stated criteria.
- Selected organizations are contacted after the review process.
- Participation involves a diagnostic process followed by a tailored action plan and follow-up.
Additional information
- Participation is free of charge for selected companies and project owners.
- Engagement from organization leaders and a time commitment of 20 to 40 hours over three months is required.
- The initiative is managed by Groupe BIM du Québec and the Institut de gouvernance numérique, in partnership with professional associations.
- Placements in the program are limited; early registration is recommended.
Frequently Asked Questions about the IQC 4.0 — Stream 1 Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the IQC 4.0 — Stream 1. 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 IQC 4.0 — Stream 1?
The Initiative Québécoise for Construction 4.0 support the digital transformation of Quebec's construction industry, with a specific focus on implementing Building Information Modeling (BIM) on a large scale. Eligible activities include personalized digital diagnostics and the development of tailored action plans that address the specific challenges and needs of participating businesses and project owners.
How much funding can be received?
IQC 4.0 — Stream 1 Funds up to 50% of admissible expenses, capped at $100,000 per project.
Who is eligible for the IQC 4.0 — Stream 1 program?
To be eligible for the IQC 4.0 — Stream 1 program, you must:
Office in Quebec
Construction or built environment sector
Completed IQC 4.0 diagnostic for follow-up support
What expenses are eligible under IQC 4.0 — Stream 1?
Digital diagnostics for construction companies and project owners.
Development of a tailored action plan for digital transformation.
Follow-up support and training for organizations that have received their action plan.
Structured digitalization and automation projects for Quebec suppliers supported by owners or distribution networks.
Who can I contact for more information about the IQC 4.0 — Stream 1?
You can contact Groupe BIM du Québec (GBQ).
Where is the IQC 4.0 — Stream 1 available?
The IQC 4.0 — Stream 1 program is available the province of Quebec.
Who are the financial supporters of the IQC 4.0 — Stream 1?
IQC 4.0 — Stream 1 is funded by Groupe BIM du Québec (GBQ), Ministère de l'économie, de l'innovation et de l'énergie du Québec (MEIE), Digital Governance Institute (IGN)