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MRC Arthabaska — Social Economy Business Development Fund (FDEÉS) - Quebec - Canada
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MRC Arthabaska — Social Economy Business Development Fund (FDEÉS)

Funds nonprofit cooperatives addressing community social needs
Last Update: March 4, 2026
Funding available
No Condition
Timeline
  • Archived
Location
Centre-du-Québec, Quebec, Canada

Overview

The program aims to provide grants to non-profit organizations or cooperatives addressing social needs in the community, focusing on the MRC d'Arthabaska. Eligible activities include the acquisition of land, buildings, equipment, technology, and working capital, although 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
  • Reduce environmental footprint
Eligible Funding
  • No Condition
Timeline
  • Archived

Eligible candidates

Eligible Industries
  • Manufacturing
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
  • Social Services
  • Economic, Social and Community Development
  • Employment and Training
Target groups
  • General public
Revenue structures
  • All structures
Scope
  • Regional

Next steps

1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility

Activities funded

This grant supports the development of social economy enterprises that address community needs within the territory of the MRC Arthabaska. Eligible projects focus on acquiring essential resources and implementing operational improvements for these organizations.

  • Purchase of land, buildings, equipment, machinery, or rolling stock necessary for business operations.
  • Acquisition of technology, software, or patents crucial for advancing the enterprise's objectives.
  • Covering incorporation fees and other initial setup costs.
  • Provision of operating capital needed for the enterprise's activities.

Eligibility

Who is eligible?

This grant program is available to non-profit organizations (NPOs) or cooperatives addressing social needs in the community, specifically those in the field of social economy manufacturing, commercial, or service enterprises within the MRC d'Arthabaska territory.


Eligible expenses

The grant covers investment in tangible and technological assets for eligible organizations.

  • Purchase of land, buildings, equipment, machinery, and rolling stock.
  • Incorporation fees and similar natured expenses.
  • Acquisition of technology, software, and patented tools.
  • Working capital needs related to the business activities.

Eligible geographic areas

This grant is available for social economy enterprises within the specified geographical area of the funding body. Eligible locations are restricted to ensure local community enhancement and alignment with regional objectives.

  • MRC d'Arthabaska, Canada.

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)?

The program aims to provide grants to non-profit organizations or cooperatives addressing social needs in the community, focusing on the MRC d'Arthabaska. Eligible activities include the acquisition of land, buildings, equipment, technology, and working capital, although 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: The business must be a social economy enterprise, nonprofit or cooperative, located in the MRC of Arthabaska. It must create permanent jobs with decent wages that are not replacement jobs. The organization must establish a democratic process involving users or workers in management decisions.

What expenses are eligible under MRC Arthabaska — Social Economy Business Development Fund (FDEÉS)?

This grant supports the development of social economy enterprises that address community needs within the territory of the MRC Arthabaska. Eligible projects focus on acquiring essential resources and implementing operational improvements for these organizations. Purchase of land, buildings, equipment, machinery, or rolling stock necessary for business operations. Acquisition of technology, software, or patents crucial for advancing the enterprise's objectives. Covering incorporation fees and other initial setup costs. Provision of operating capital needed for the enterprise's activities.

Who can I contact for more information about the MRC Arthabaska — Social Economy Business Development Fund (FDEÉS)?

You can contact MRC Arthabaska 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