How much funding can be received?

The "Mon virage écologique" fund provides non-refundable financial aid of up to 50% of eligible project expenses, with a maximum of $15,000, to support SMEs in Trois-Rivières in reducing their environmental impact. Eligible activities include feasibility studies, acquisition and implementation of clean technologies, and modification of operations to incorporate bio-based materials or circular economy projects.

Financing terms and conditions

The Fonds Mon virage écologique provides financial support for businesses aiming to enhance their sustainability efforts within Trois-Rivières. The funding helps cover various project costs while promoting local economic activities.

Non-repayable financial aid covers up to 50% of eligible project expenses, with a funding limit of $15,000 per project.
For non-profit and social economy enterprises, funding covers up to 80% of project expenses, respecting a maximum cumulative aid limit of 80% from municipal, provincial, or federal sources.
Projects must respect a cumulative municipal, provincial, or federal financial aid limit of 75%.
Enterprises may not use other funds from Innovation et Développement économique Trois-Rivières to cover the remaining 50% of project expenses not funded by the Fonds Mon virage écologique.
Financial aid is limited to one application per enterprise per year.
A financial agreement outlines the conditions for the disbursement of funds, with payments made in two installments.
All financial aid is contingent upon the availability of money within the Fonds Mon virage écologique.
Enterprises that relocate their principal activities outside Trois-Rivières within one year of receiving the grant must repay the full amount of financial aid granted.

Eligible projects & activities

This grant supports projects aimed at enhancing sustainability and reducing environmental impacts for businesses in Trois-Rivières. Eligible projects involve improvements in efficiency, use of sustainable materials, and waste management.

Feasibility study conducted by an expert.
Acquisition and implementation of clean technologies.
Adjustment of operations to minimize energy or resource losses.
Modification of a product or process to incorporate bio-based materials.
Circular economy projects.
Acquisition of efficient waste management systems.
Establishment of water-saving systems or equipment for waste reclamation.

Eligibility criteria of the Fonds Mon virage écologique program

The eligibility criteria for this grant are specific to the location, establishment time, and nature of the projects of the applicants and their business structure.

The company must be located within the territory of the city of Trois-Rivières.
The project must be executed within the territory of Trois-Rivières.
The company must have been established in Trois-Rivières for one year or more.
The applicant must be a corporation, partnership (SENC), social economy enterprise (non-profit organizations and cooperatives engaged in commercial activities), or an association of companies within the same sector.

Who is eligible?

Eligible entities for this grant include business corporations, partnerships, social economy enterprises (NPOs and cooperatives) engaging in merchant activities, and business sector groups. Non-eligible entities are government bodies, quasi-governmental organizations, municipal corporations, NPOs not engaging in merchant activities, any insolvent or financially restructured entity, national franchises, and businesses with religious, sexual, political, seasonal, or personal services nature. Companies applying must be located in Trois-Rivières and in operation there for at least a year prior to application.

Who is not eligible

This grant excludes certain companies and industries based on their governance structure or core activities. These exclusions ensure the fund supports sustainable and community-driven projects within Trois-Rivières.

Governmental, paragovernmental, and municipal corporations are not eligible.
Non-profit organizations not engaged in commercial activities are excluded.
Any company or organization deemed insolvent, or undergoing financial restructuring, cannot apply.
National brand franchises or chains are not permitted.
Religious, sexual, political, seasonal businesses, and personal services are non-eligible for the fund.

Eligible expenses

The grant aims to support small and medium-sized businesses in Trois-Rivières in their efforts to reduce environmental impacts through sustainable initiatives. Eligible projects are those that focus on improving sustainability through technological, operational, and material modifications.

Conducting feasibility studies by an expert to assess environmental impact enhancements.
Acquiring and implementing clean technologies to reduce environmental footprint.
Modifying operations to decrease energy or resource losses within the company.
Altering products or processes to incorporate bio-sourced materials.
Engaging in circular economy projects to promote resource efficiency.
Obtaining efficient waste management systems to handle residual materials.
Installing water-saving systems or equipment to valorize discharge waste.

Eligible geographic areas

This grant is available exclusively to businesses situated within a specific geographical area, aligning with the regional development objectives of the funding body. Eligible locations are carefully defined to support strategic initiatives.

Businesses located in the city of Trois-Rivières, Quebec, Canada.

Eligibility criteria of the Fonds Mon virage écologique program

The evaluation and selection of projects for the Fonds Mon virage écologique are likely based on specific criteria with an emphasis on sustainability, originality, and alignment with the objectives of reducing environmental impact.

Potential of the project to reduce the environmental footprint of the company.
Originality and innovative nature of the project.
Economic viability and potential profitability of the project.
The project's contribution to the structuring and development of the company.

How to apply to the Fonds Mon virage écologique program

Verification of eligibility

Confirm that your business meets the eligibility criteria for the fund (located in Trois-Rivières, eligible sector, etc.).
Check that the project complies with eligible and non-eligible expenses and the accumulation of financial aid.

Project preparation

Develop a project that reduces the environmental footprint and meets the objectives of the fund.
Establish a project budget including an estimate of eligible costs and required contributions.
Plan the implementation of the project with start and end dates in accordance with the requirements.

Collection of required documents

Gather all necessary documents to prove the eligibility of the project and the company (such as financial statements, project plan, etc.).

Submission of the request

Visit the website of Innovation and Economic Development Trois-Rivières and access the online form.
Complete the application form with all the required information.
Upload all necessary supporting documents.
Submit the application online without restricting it to a specific period as applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

Confirmation and follow-up

Receive a confirmation of the submission of your request.
Keep a copy of the submitted documents and the confirmation for your records.
Wait for the evaluation by the committee reviewing the files of the organization.

Additional information

Here are additional relevant details for this grant:

The funding is non-repayable and covers up to 50% of eligible project expenses, with a cap of $15,000.
Not-for-profit organizations and social economy enterprises can receive up to 80% funding per project, respecting a maximum cumulative limit of 80% from all government sources.
All financial assistance is contingent upon the availability of funds in the Mon virage écologique fund.
A protocol of agreement is signed between the recipient and Innovation et Développement économique Trois-Rivières, outlining the terms of the financial assistance.
Funding is disbursed in two installments.
Companies must demonstrate a positive social and environmental balance sheet.
If a company relocates its primary activities outside Trois-Rivières within one year of grant issuance, the full amount of the aid must be reimbursed.
A four-member evaluation committee, including three representatives from the sustainable development sector and one from IDÉ Trois-Rivières, assesses the applications.

Contact Innovation et Développement économique Trois-Rivières (IDETR)

acastonguay@idetr.com

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