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Loan for Business Acquisition or Sale
Financing for business transfers in Quebec
Last Update: June 12, 2026
Funding available
$ 25,000 - $ 250,000
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Quebec, Canada
Overview
Loan for Business Acquisition or Sale supports business buyers and sellers with financing for ownership transfers in Quebec. It can be used for business acquisition or sale projects, with possible moratorium conditions and tailored financial solutions.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Complete an acquisition or business transfer
- Ensure financial sustainability
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 250,000 $
- Minimum amount : 25,000 $
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Quebec
Legal structures
- For-profit business
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Business acquisition projects.
- Business sale and ownership transfer projects.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Businesses in Quebec.
- Collective entrepreneurship ventures.
- Businesses involved in acquisition or sale transactions.
Who is not eligible
- Health-care staffing agencies.
- Accounting firms.
- Cryptocurrency businesses.
- Finance and insurance businesses.
- Legal services, public relations and media, and land development businesses.
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Agencies supplying health-care personnel.
- Accounting firms.
- Cryptocurrency-related businesses.
- Finance and insurance companies.
- Real estate land development, public relations and media, and legal services.
Eligible geographic areas
- Quebec
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed based on the applicant’s overall financing needs.
- Applicants may be offered financing solutions tailored to their situation.
- Applicants are directed to contact a account manager or submit the online form for follow-up.
Additional information
- Conditions may apply, and guarantees or sureties may be required.
- Applicants may receive customized business support.
- Advisory support and access to experts and partners are available.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Loan for Business Acquisition or Sale Program
What is the Loan for Business Acquisition or Sale?
Loan for Business Acquisition or Sale supports business buyers and sellers with financing for ownership transfers in Quebec. It can be used for business acquisition or sale projects, with possible moratorium conditions and tailored financial solutions.
How much funding can be received?
Loan for Business Acquisition or Sale Funds up to $250,000 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Loan for Business Acquisition or Sale program?
To be eligible for the Loan for Business Acquisition or Sale program, you must:
Business established in Quebec
Registered with the Quebec business registry
Positive economic impact for Quebec
What expenses are eligible under Loan for Business Acquisition or Sale?
Business acquisition projects.
Business sale and ownership transfer projects.
Who can I contact for more information about the Loan for Business Acquisition or Sale?
You can contact Investissement Québec (IQ) by email at none or by phone at 1 844 474-6367.
Where is the Loan for Business Acquisition or Sale available?
The Loan for Business Acquisition or Sale program is available the province of Quebec.
Is the Loan for Business Acquisition or Sale a grant, loan, or tax credit?
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