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MRC Les Etchemins — Local investment fund and local solidarity fund
Financing for business growth and start-up
Last Update: April 9, 2026
Funding available
$ 200,000
Timeline
- Open continuously
Location
Chaudière-Appalaches, Quebec, Canada
Overview
Financing support for business start-up, acquisition, growth, and transformation projects in MRC Les Etchemins. It offers complementary loans for eligible working capital, assets, technologies, and professional fees, up to $150,000 or $100,000 depending on the fund.
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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 production or service capacity
- Increase operational productivity
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 200,000 $
- Up to 90% of project cost
Timeline
- Open continuously
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Construction
- Manufacturing
- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Educational services
- Health care and social assistance
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Accommodation and food services
- Other services (except public administration)
- Public administration
Location
- Les Etchemins
- Chaudière-Appalaches
- 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
- Business start-up.
- Business succession and acquisition.
- Business improvement and transformation.
- Contract financing.
- Business growth and expansion.
Documents Needed
- Application form
- Financial package
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Businesses operating on the territory of MRC Les Etchemins.
- Social economy enterprises.
Who is not eligible
- None specified.
Eligible expenses
- Working capital for current operating expenses, up to two years.
- Capital expenditures such as land, buildings, equipment, machinery, vehicles, and incorporation costs.
- Technology, software, and patent acquisitions, excluding R&D.
- Professional fees directly tied to the project.
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Goodwill acquisition.
- Research and development activities.
Eligible geographic areas
- MRC Les Etchemins
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are submitted by email to the MRC economic development service.
- The file is reviewed after submission to ensure compliance.
- Applicants are expected to contact the MRC for complete filing information.
Additional information
- A $150 application fee applies.
- The loan term can be up to 10 years.
- The interest rate depends on project risk.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the MRC Les Etchemins — Local investment fund and local solidarity fund Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the MRC Les Etchemins — Local investment fund and local solidarity fund. 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 Les Etchemins — Local investment fund and local solidarity fund?
Financing support for business start-up, acquisition, growth, and transformation projects in MRC Les Etchemins. It offers complementary loans for eligible working capital, assets, technologies, and professional fees, up to $150,000 or $100,000 depending on the fund.
How much funding can be received?
MRC Les Etchemins — Local investment fund and local solidarity fund Funds up to 90% of admissible expenses, capped at $200,000 per project.
Who is eligible for the MRC Les Etchemins — Local investment fund and local solidarity fund program?
To be eligible for the MRC Les Etchemins — Local investment fund and local solidarity fund program, you must:
Business located in MRC Les Etchemins.
Social economy enterprises eligible.
Project must fit eligible business stages.
What expenses are eligible under MRC Les Etchemins — Local investment fund and local solidarity fund?
Business start-up.
Business succession and acquisition.
Business improvement and transformation.
Contract financing.
Business growth and expansion.
Who can I contact for more information about the MRC Les Etchemins — Local investment fund and local solidarity fund?
You can contact MRC des Etchemins by email at developpement@mrcetchemins.qc.ca or by phone at (418) 625-9000, poste 2264.
Where is the MRC Les Etchemins — Local investment fund and local solidarity fund available?
The MRC Les Etchemins — Local investment fund and local solidarity fund program is available Chaudière-Appalaches, Quebec.
Is the MRC Les Etchemins — Local investment fund and local solidarity fund a grant, loan, or tax credit?
MRC Les Etchemins — Local investment fund and local solidarity fund is a Grant and Funding