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PME MTL — Je relève le défi vert - Montreal - Quebec - Canada
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PME MTL — Je relève le défi vert

Supports Villeray businesses implementing sustainable and socially responsible initiatives
PME MTL
Last Update: March 3, 2026
Funding available
$ 5,000
Timeline
  • Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Montreal, Montréal, Quebec, Canada

Overview

Je relève le défi vert offers one of four grants of $5,000 to street-front businesses in Villeray that propose and implement concrete eco-responsible or social impact projects. Eligible activities include waste reduction, reuse or consignment systems, responsible sourcing, energy-efficient or sustainable renovations, and community or environmental initiatives.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.

At a glance

Funding available

Financing goals
  • Increase social or community impact
  • Develop strategic partnerships
  • Reduce environmental footprint
Eligible Funding
  • Maximum amount : 5,000 $
Timeline
  • Receipt of requests is now closed

Eligible candidates

Eligible Industries
  • Retail trade
  • Accommodation and food services
Location
  • Montreal
  • Montréal
  • Quebec
Legal structures
  • Financial cooperative
  • Non-profit
  • For-profit business
  • Non-financial cooperative
Annual revenue
  • All revenue ranges
Organisation size
  • All organization sizes
Audience
  • Canadians
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
  • All industries
Target groups
  • All the groups
Revenue structures
  • All structures
Scope
  • All dimensions

Next steps

1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility

Activities funded

  • Projects that reduce waste generated by the business, such as redesigning operations to limit disposables and improve recycling.
  • Initiatives that promote reuse, including systems for reusable containers, packaging or materials, or shared bulk/return systems with other businesses.
  • Responsible sourcing projects, such as prioritizing local or certified sustainable suppliers, or adopting a formal responsible purchasing policy.
  • Improvements to premises that enhance environmental performance, including better lighting, energy efficiency measures or renovations using recycled or durable materials.
  • Social impact initiatives, such as donation programs, partnerships with community organizations, or environmental and educational activities for customers.

Eligibility

Who is eligible?

  • Retail businesses with street frontage located in the Villeray borough.
  • Service companies with a commercial space accessible to the public in Villeray.
  • Restaurants with dining rooms or service counters in the Villeray borough.
  • Cafés located within the territory of Villeray.
  • Incorporated companies, cooperatives, or non-profit organizations operating a retail business, service, restaurant, or café in Villeray.

Who is not eligible

  • Businesses that are part of a chain or banner, or that operate under a franchise or licence.
  • Businesses owned by a Crown corporation (state-owned enterprise).
  • Businesses whose main activity is erotic in nature.
  • Businesses whose main activity is political.
  • Businesses whose main activity is religious.

Eligible expenses

  • Costs related to reducing waste (e.g., systems to cut down on waste generation).
  • Expenses for reusable containers or materials and systems for deposit, bulk or reuse with other businesses.
  • Costs for responsible sourcing, such as purchasing from local or certified sustainable suppliers and implementing responsible purchasing policies.
  • Investments to improve premises, including upgrading lighting and energy efficiency, and using recycled or durable materials in renovations.
  • Expenses for social initiatives, including donation programs, collaborations with community organizations, and environmental or educational activities for customers.

Eligible geographic areas

  • Businesses located in the Villeray borough of Montréal (Villeray–Saint-Michel–Parc-Extension), Quebec.

Additional information

  • Four grants of $5,000 each are available, funded by Desjardins (Caisses du Centre-nord de Montréal and Caisse Cœur-de-l’île).
  • The initiative is organized by PME MTL Centre-Est, in collaboration with PME MTL Centre-Ouest.
  • Participants must agree to ongoing follow-up throughout the project and to being mentioned in communications about the initiative, where applicable.
  • At the end of the contest, participating businesses must provide tangible proof of the actions implemented (e.g. invoices, photos, contracts).

Frequently Asked Questions about the PME MTL — Je relève le défi vert Program

Here are answers to the most common questions about the PME MTL — Je relève le défi vert. 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 PME MTL — Je relève le défi vert?

Je relève le défi vert offers one of four grants of $5,000 to street-front businesses in Villeray that propose and implement concrete eco-responsible or social impact projects. Eligible activities include waste reduction, reuse or consignment systems, responsible sourcing, energy-efficient or sustainable renovations, and community or environmental initiatives.

How much funding can be received?

PME MTL — Je relève le défi vert Funds up to $5,000 of admissible expenses.

Who is eligible for the PME MTL — Je relève le défi vert program?

To be eligible for the PME MTL — Je relève le défi vert program, you must: Be incorporated as a business corporation, cooperative, or non-profit organization. Operate a street-front retail business, restaurant, or café located in the Villeray borough. Be a Canadian citizen or permanent resident and submit the application form by October 30, 2025.

What expenses are eligible under PME MTL — Je relève le défi vert?

Projects that reduce waste generated by the business, such as redesigning operations to limit disposables and improve recycling. Initiatives that promote reuse, including systems for reusable containers, packaging or materials, or shared bulk/return systems with other businesses. Responsible sourcing projects, such as prioritizing local or certified sustainable suppliers, or adopting a formal responsible purchasing policy. Improvements to premises that enhance environmental performance, including better lighting, energy efficiency measures or renovations using recycled or durable materials. Social impact initiatives, such as donation programs, partnerships with community organizations, or environmental and educational activities for customers.

Where is the PME MTL — Je relève le défi vert available?

The PME MTL — Je relève le défi vert program is available Montréal, Quebec.

Is the PME MTL — Je relève le défi vert a grant, loan, or tax credit?

PME MTL — Je relève le défi vert is a Grant and Funding

Who are the financial supporters of the PME MTL — Je relève le défi vert?

PME MTL — Je relève le défi vert is funded by PME MTL

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