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MRC Arthabaska — Social Economy Business Development Fund (FDEÉS)
Funding for social economy business development
Last Update: April 9, 2026
Funding available
Varies by project
Timeline
- Archived
Location
Centre-du-Québec, Quebec, Canada
Overview
This program provides grant funding to social economy organizations and cooperatives serving community needs. It supports business startup, feasibility studies, business planning, and related investments; the maximum funding amount is not specified.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Improve governance or administrative structure
- Strengthen organizational capacity
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Timeline
- Archived
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Manufacturing
- Wholesale trade
- Retail trade
- Other services (except public administration)
- Public administration
Location
- Arthabaska
- Centre-du-Québec
- Quebec
Legal structures
- Non-profit
- Public or Parapublic institution
- Social economy enterprise
- Non-financial cooperative
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Rural or Northern Residents
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Not Elsewhere Classified
Target groups
- General public
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- Regional
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Startup or development of a social economy business.
- Pre-feasibility and feasibility studies.
- Business plan development and startup implementation.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Non-profit social economy organizations.
- Cooperatives.
- Manufacturing, commercial, or service enterprises in the social economy.
Eligible expenses
- Land, building, equipment, machinery, and vehicles.
- Incorporation fees and similar start-up costs.
- Technology, software, and patents.
- Working capital related to business activities.
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Goodwill-related expenses.
- Research and development expenses.
Eligible geographic areas
- MRC d'Arthabaska
Additional information
- Technical support may be available for pre-feasibility and feasibility studies.
- Support is also provided for business plan development and startup follow-up.
- Additional conditions may be required during file review.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the MRC Arthabaska — Social Economy Business Development Fund (FDEÉS) Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the MRC Arthabaska — Social Economy Business Development Fund (FDEÉS). 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 Arthabaska — Social Economy Business Development Fund (FDEÉS)?
This program provides grant funding to social economy organizations and cooperatives serving community needs. It supports business startup, feasibility studies, business planning, and related investments; the maximum funding amount is not specified.
Who is eligible for the MRC Arthabaska — Social Economy Business Development Fund (FDEÉS) program?
To be eligible for the MRC Arthabaska — Social Economy Business Development Fund (FDEÉS) program, you must:
Non-profit or cooperative social economy business.
Located in the MRC d'Arthabaska.
Creates permanent, fair-wage jobs.
What expenses are eligible under MRC Arthabaska — Social Economy Business Development Fund (FDEÉS)?
Startup or development of a social economy business.
Pre-feasibility and feasibility studies.
Business plan development and startup implementation.
Who can I contact for more information about the MRC Arthabaska — Social Economy Business Development Fund (FDEÉS)?
You can contact MRC Arthabaska by email at none or by phone at 819-758-5801.
Where is the MRC Arthabaska — Social Economy Business Development Fund (FDEÉS) available?
The MRC Arthabaska — Social Economy Business Development Fund (FDEÉS) program is available Centre-du-Québec, Quebec.
Is the MRC Arthabaska — Social Economy Business Development Fund (FDEÉS) a grant, loan, or tax credit?
MRC Arthabaska — Social Economy Business Development Fund (FDEÉS) is a Grant and Funding
Who are the financial supporters of the MRC Arthabaska — Social Economy Business Development Fund (FDEÉS)?
MRC Arthabaska — Social Economy Business Development Fund (FDEÉS) is funded by MRC Arthabaska