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Last Update: April 29, 2026
Funding available
Varies by project
Timeline
- Closing date : April 15, 2026
Location
Montréal, Quebec, Canada
Overview
AquaEntrepreneur supports Quebec water-tech companies with commercial growth over a 6- to 10-month program. It helps selected businesses accelerate market entry through coaching, pilot projects, visibility, and international business opportunities.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Implement environmental initiatives
- Develop a new product or service
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Timeline
- Closing date : April 15, 2026
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction
- Utilities
- Construction
- Manufacturing
- Transportation and warehousing
- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Health care and social assistance
- Public administration
Location
- Montréal
- Quebec
Legal structures
- For-profit business
Annual revenue
- $ 5,000,000 maximum revenue
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Startups
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Commercialization of innovative water technologies.
- Coaching and business development support for market growth.
- Pilot projects and commercial sales in real-world settings.
- Networking and market access activities with potential customers and partners.
- International trade missions and visibility events.
Documents Needed
- Completed participation form
- Company website link
- Quebec business number (NEQ), if available
- Pitch deck or other supporting documents, if relevant
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Incorporated Quebec companies
- Water technology businesses
- Innovative companies with real-world deployable solutions
- Revenue-generating growth-stage companies
Eligible geographic areas
- Quebec
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are submitted through the online form.
- Files are reviewed and eligible companies are presented to the selection committee.
- The selection committee reviews and selects candidates.
- Final results are sent by email to all applicants.
Additional information
- The program duration is 6 to 10 months.
- Participants gain access to coaching, pilot opportunities, and market connections.
- Selected companies must pay a $250 registration fee plus taxes.
- Most activities are offered in French.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Le programme aquaentrepreneur Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Le programme aquaentrepreneur. 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 Le programme aquaentrepreneur?
AquaEntrepreneur supports Quebec water-tech companies with commercial growth over a 6- to 10-month program. It helps selected businesses accelerate market entry through coaching, pilot projects, visibility, and international business opportunities.
Who is eligible for the Le programme aquaentrepreneur program?
To be eligible for the Le programme aquaentrepreneur program, you must:
Incorporated in Quebec
Innovative water solution
Revenue below $5M
What expenses are eligible under Le programme aquaentrepreneur?
Commercialization of innovative water technologies.
Coaching and business development support for market growth.
Pilot projects and commercial sales in real-world settings.
Networking and market access activities with potential customers and partners.
International trade missions and visibility events.
Who can I contact for more information about the Le programme aquaentrepreneur?
You can contact AQUAACTION by email at laila@aquaaction.org.
Where is the Le programme aquaentrepreneur available?
The Le programme aquaentrepreneur program is available Montréal, Quebec.
Is the Le programme aquaentrepreneur a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Le programme aquaentrepreneur is a Partnering and Collaboration
Who are the financial supporters of the Le programme aquaentrepreneur?
Le programme aquaentrepreneur is funded by AQUAACTION