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City of Lévis — Desjardins Business Fund (FDE) - Levis - Quebec - Canada
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City of Lévis — Desjardins Business Fund (FDE)

Economic development support for Lévis businesses and entrepreneurs
Last Update: March 4, 2026
Funding available
$ 100,000
Timeline
  • Open continuously
Location
Levis, Chaudière-Appalaches, Quebec, Canada

Overview

The grant program offered by Développement économique Lévis provides support for structured projects in sectors such as social, cultural, economic, and environmental areas, with a focus on enhancing the quality of life and promoting entrepreneurship. Eligible businesses can access a maximum funding amount of $100,000, primarily available through Desjardins Entreprises-Lévis-Lotbinière-Bellechasse for those who hold customer status with the institution.

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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.

At a glance

Funding available

Financing goals
  • Reduce environmental footprint
  • Start a business
Eligible Funding
  • Maximum amount : 100,000 $
Timeline
  • Open continuously

Eligible candidates

Eligible Industries
  • Manufacturing
  • Retail trade
  • Information and cultural industries
  • Accommodation and food services
  • Other services (except public administration)
  • Public administration
Location
  • Levis
  • Chaudière-Appalaches
  • Quebec
Legal structures
  • For-profit business
Annual revenue
  • All revenue ranges
Organisation size
  • All organization sizes
Audience
  • Startups

Next Steps

1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility

Activities funded

  • Business start-up or establishment in Lévis.
  • Expansion or growth initiatives for existing businesses.
  • Business transfer projects within the Lévis area.

Eligibility

Eligible geographic areas

  • Client companies of Desjardins Enterprises - Lévis - Lotbinière - Bellechasse

How to apply

1

Eligibility verification

Confirm that your company is a client of Desjardins Enterprises-Lévis-Lotbinière-Bellechasse.

2

Initial contact

Contact a Desjardins advisor to discuss your project and obtain the necessary documents for the loan application.

3

Preparation of the file

Prepare the necessary documents such as the business plan, financial statements, and any other relevant documentation.

4

Meeting with the advisor

Make an appointment with a Desjardins advisor to finalize your file and discuss the terms of the loan.

5

Submission of the request

Submit the complete file to your advisor during your meeting or via the submission channel designated by Desjardins.

6

Follow-up on the request

  • Wait for a response from Desjardins regarding the approval of your loan application.
  • Eventually provide additional information if requested by Desjardins.

Additional information

  • The program is managed by Développement économique Lévis (DEL) in partnership with the Mouvement Desjardins.
  • Support is designed to complement traditional financial institutions.
  • Applicants must be clients of Desjardins Entreprises-Lévis-Lotbinière-Bellechasse.
  • Additional business development support may be available through DEL.

Frequently Asked Questions about the City of Lévis — Desjardins Business Fund (FDE) Program

What is the City of Lévis — Desjardins Business Fund (FDE)?

The grant program offered by Développement économique Lévis provides support for structured projects in sectors such as social, cultural, economic, and environmental areas, with a focus on enhancing the quality of life and promoting entrepreneurship. Eligible businesses can access a maximum funding amount of $100,000, primarily available through Desjardins Entreprises-Lévis-Lotbinière-Bellechasse for those who hold customer status with the institution.

How much funding can be received?

City of Lévis — Desjardins Business Fund (FDE) Funds up to $100,000 of admissible expenses.

Who is eligible for the City of Lévis — Desjardins Business Fund (FDE) program?

To be eligible for the City of Lévis — Desjardins Business Fund (FDE) program, you must: The applicant must be a client of Desjardins Entreprises-Lévis-Lotbinière-Bellechasse. The business should aim for projects that align with the regional economic development goals.

What expenses are eligible under City of Lévis — Desjardins Business Fund (FDE)?

Business start-up or establishment in Lévis. Expansion or growth initiatives for existing businesses. Business transfer projects within the Lévis area.

Where is the City of Lévis — Desjardins Business Fund (FDE) available?

The City of Lévis — Desjardins Business Fund (FDE) program is available Chaudière-Appalaches, Quebec.

Is the City of Lévis — Desjardins Business Fund (FDE) a grant, loan, or tax credit?

City of Lévis — Desjardins Business Fund (FDE) is a Loans and Capital investments

Who are the financial supporters of the City of Lévis — Desjardins Business Fund (FDE)?

City of Lévis — Desjardins Business Fund (FDE) is funded by Ville de Lévis