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MRC La Matanie — Business Support Program (PAE)
Non-repayable support for business growth
Last Update: April 9, 2026
Funding available
$ 250,000
Timeline
- Open continuously
Location
Matane, Bas-Saint-Laurent, Quebec, Canada
Overview
This program offers non-repayable support to businesses in MRC La Matanie. It helps fund startup, growth, acquisition, professional expertise, marketing, consolidation, rural retail and restaurant services, and crowdfunding-related projects.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Increase operational productivity
- Complete an acquisition or business transfer
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 250,000 $
Timeline
- Open continuously
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Retail trade
- Accommodation and food services
Location
- La Matanie
- Matane
- Bas-Saint-Laurent
- Quebec
Legal structures
- For-profit business
- Social economy enterprise
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Startups
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Startup and business expansion projects.
- Business acquisition or succession projects.
- Professional expertise and advisory support.
- Marketing and commercialization projects.
- Business consolidation and rural retail or restaurant service projects.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Businesses in MRC La Matanie
- Project promoters in MRC La Matanie
- Accredited social economy enterprises
Who is not eligible
- Non-profit organizations under Part III of the Quebec Companies Act that are not accredited social economy enterprises.
Eligible geographic areas
- MRC La Matanie
Additional information
- The program is offered by DEM for businesses in MRC La Matanie.
- Support may be combined with partner financing options.
- The program also offers help with business planning and financial forecasting.
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Frequently Asked Questions about the MRC La Matanie — Business Support Program (PAE) Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the MRC La Matanie — Business Support Program (PAE). 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 MRC La Matanie — Business Support Program (PAE)?
This program offers non-repayable support to businesses in MRC La Matanie. It helps fund startup, growth, acquisition, professional expertise, marketing, consolidation, rural retail and restaurant services, and crowdfunding-related projects.
How much funding can be received?
MRC La Matanie — Business Support Program (PAE) Funds up to $250,000 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the MRC La Matanie — Business Support Program (PAE) program?
To be eligible for the MRC La Matanie — Business Support Program (PAE) program, you must:
Business or promoter in MRC La Matanie
Project supports jobs, consolidation, or innovation
Fits a supported business need
What expenses are eligible under MRC La Matanie — Business Support Program (PAE)?
Startup and business expansion projects.
Business acquisition or succession projects.
Professional expertise and advisory support.
Marketing and commercialization projects.
Business consolidation and rural retail or restaurant service projects.
Who can I contact for more information about the MRC La Matanie — Business Support Program (PAE)?
You can contact MRC La Matanie by email at none or by phone at none.
Where is the MRC La Matanie — Business Support Program (PAE) available?
The MRC La Matanie — Business Support Program (PAE) program is available Bas-Saint-Laurent, Quebec.
Is the MRC La Matanie — Business Support Program (PAE) a grant, loan, or tax credit?
MRC La Matanie — Business Support Program (PAE) is a Grant and Funding