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La Pocatière – Business Financial Assistance Program
Business support for property development projects
Last Update: April 2, 2026
Funding available
$ 5,000
Timeline
- Open continuously
Location
La Pocatiere, Bas-Saint-Laurent, Quebec, Canada
Overview
This program provides up to CAD 50,000 to support business construction, expansion, or modernization projects in La Pocatière. It helps companies invest in commercial property and business development, with additional support available for certain growth and job-creation projects.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- No objectives are currently available
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 5,000 $
- Up to 20% of project cost
Timeline
- Open continuously
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Manufacturing
- Wholesale trade
- Retail trade
- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Other services (except public administration)
- Public administration
Location
- La Pocatiere
- Bas-Saint-Laurent
- Quebec
Legal structures
- For-profit business
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Youth (<40)
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Construction projects on commercial buildings.
- Expansion projects for business premises.
- Modernization projects for business facilities.
Documents Needed
- Written project submission describing the activities and objective.
- Proof of municipal property assessment increase.
- Certificate from the assessor.
- Documents showing no municipal tax arrears for the property.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Private businesses.
- Business owners or occupants of non-residential buildings.
- Franchise businesses, if the work is paid by the franchisee.
Who is not eligible
- Residential properties.
- Private senior residences.
- Businesses relocating activities from another municipality.
- Applicants already receiving a tax-reduction government aid for the same property, unless linked to a recovery plan.
Eligible expenses
- Construction, expansion, and modernization work on the building.
- Leasehold improvements for occupied premises.
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Projects that transfer activities from another municipality.
- Projects receiving tax-reduction government assistance, unless linked to a recovery plan.
- Expenses already reimbursed by the franchisor.
Eligible geographic areas
- La Pocatière
Processing and Agreement
- DELP reviews the project and prepares a recommendation.
- The municipal council approves or refuses the request by resolution.
- The applicant is notified of the decision.
- If approved, work must start within 4 months of the acceptance notice.
- The aid is paid after the work is completed and the assessment certificate is provided.
Additional information
- Applications are reviewed by the municipal council after analysis by DELP.
- Priority may be given to the first complete applications submitted if available funds are insufficient.
- The same owner or occupant cannot combine this aid with certain relocation or revitalization programs chosen by the City.
- A separate evaluation grid applies to Volet 1 projects.
Frequently Asked Questions about the La Pocatière – Business Financial Assistance Program Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the La Pocatière – Business Financial Assistance Program. 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 La Pocatière – Business Financial Assistance Program?
This program provides up to CAD 50,000 to support business construction, expansion, or modernization projects in La Pocatière. It helps companies invest in commercial property and business development, with additional support available for certain growth and job-creation projects.
How much funding can be received?
La Pocatière – Business Financial Assistance Program Funds up to 20% of admissible expenses, capped at $5,000 per project.
Who is eligible for the La Pocatière – Business Financial Assistance Program program?
To be eligible for the La Pocatière – Business Financial Assistance Program program, you must:
Private business owner or occupant of a non-residential building.
Project increases property assessment by at least CAD 50,000.
Project complies with applicable regulations.
What expenses are eligible under La Pocatière – Business Financial Assistance Program?
Construction projects on commercial buildings.
Expansion projects for business premises.
Modernization projects for business facilities.
Where is the La Pocatière – Business Financial Assistance Program available?
The La Pocatière – Business Financial Assistance Program program is available Bas-Saint-Laurent, Quebec.
Is the La Pocatière – Business Financial Assistance Program a grant, loan, or tax credit?
La Pocatière – Business Financial Assistance Program is a Grant and Funding
Who are the financial supporters of the La Pocatière – Business Financial Assistance Program?
La Pocatière – Business Financial Assistance Program is funded by La Pocatière