
MRC La Jacques-Cartier — Young Promoters Fund (JP)
Overview
The Fonds Jeunes promoteurs aims to support young entrepreneurs aged 18 to 35 in launching their first business in the MRC de La Jacques-Cartier area, with a maximum funding of up to $9,000 for two promoters. Eligible activities include business start-up, studies, training, and business succession planning, with the requirement to create two jobs within two years.
At a glance
Funding available
- Develop workforce skills
- Start a business
- Maximum amount : 9,000 $
- Up to 20% of project cost
Eligible candidates
- All industries
- La Jacques-Cartier
- Capitale-Nationale
- Quebec
- Sole proprietorship
- For-profit business
- All revenue ranges
- 2 employees minimum
- Youth (<40)
- Startups
Next Steps
Activities funded
The Young Promoters Fund (JP) provides financial support for activities aimed at fostering new business ventures among young entrepreneurs in the La Jacques-Cartier region. It emphasizes investments in projects that contribute to job creation within their first two years of operation.
- Activities related to the concretization phase such as feasibility studies or initial planning.
- Creation of new business initiatives or start-ups.
- Training and professional development to enhance business skills and knowledge.
- Succession planning or business continuity activities to ensure long-term sustainability.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
Young entrepreneurs aged 18 to 35 who are in the process of starting their first business or have been in business for less than 12 months within the MRC de La Jacques-Cartier region. These entrepreneurs must commit to working full-time in their businesses and contribute to job creation.
Eligible geographic areas
This grant is available to companies located within a specific geographical area determined by the funding body. Companies must be situated in the region to qualify for the financial support provided.
- Businesses located in the territory of the MRC de La Jacques-Cartier.
How to apply
Here are the steps to submit an application for this grant:
- Step 1: Check Eligibility Requirements
- Ensure you are between 18 and 35 years old or meet the exceptional criteria for the Création d’entreprise sector.
- Verify that your business is in the start-up phase or under 12 months old.
- Confirm your commitment to work full-time in the business and aim to create 2 jobs within two years of starting operations.
- Ensure you have a personal contribution of 20% of the project's cost or at least 50% of the Jeunes Promoteurs grant amount.
- Step 2: Prepare Your Application
- Gather necessary business documentation and financial information to support your application.
- Prepare a detailed business plan highlighting project goals and employment impact.
- Document how the grant will be used across Concrétisation, Création, Formation, or Relève sectors as applicable.
- Step 3: Complete and Submit Application
- Access the application form provided by the funding body.
- Fill out the application form accurately with all required details.
- Attach your business plan and any supporting documents.
- Step 4: Submission of Application
- Submit your completed application through the designated submission process—this may be via email or an online platform.
- Ensure you receive confirmation of submission, which may include an application reference number.