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MRC Arthabaska - Local Investment Fund (FLI)

Financial and technical support for business growth and startups
MRC Arthabaska
Last Update: March 4, 2026
Funding available
$ 5,000 - $ 40,000
Timeline
  • Open continuously
Location
Centre-du-Québec, Quebec, Canada

Overview

This grant program is designed to assist the startup, acquisition, or expansion of manufacturing or business service companies through term financing, offering loans up to $40,000 at a competitive rate. Eligible activities include projects that generate employment in the Arthabaska region, provided the company is not operating in a highly competitive sector.

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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.

At a glance

Funding available

Financing goals
  • Renovate or expand facilities
Eligible Funding
  • Maximum amount : 40,000 $
  • Minimum amount : 5,000 $
Timeline
  • Open continuously

Eligible candidates

Eligible Industries
  • Manufacturing
  • Professional, scientific and technical services
Location
  • Arthabaska
  • Centre-du-Québec
  • Quebec
Legal structures
  • For-profit business
Annual revenue
  • All revenue ranges
Organisation size
  • All organization sizes
Audience
  • Startups

Next steps

1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility

Activities funded

This grant targets projects that support the startup, acquisition, or expansion of manufacturing or business service companies within its designated area. Eligible projects are designed to create jobs and require financial backing tailored for business growth activities.

  • Startup of new manufacturing or business service enterprises.
  • Acquisition projects that expand existing business capacities or diversify operations.
  • Expansion initiatives that increase production capabilities or service offerings in the manufacturing or business service sectors.

Eligibility

Who is eligible?

The grant is targeted at for-profit businesses located in the MRC of Arthabaska that are either in a startup or expansion phase.

Who is not eligible

This grant excludes certain companies due to their sectoral focus and financial practices. The restrictions ensure that funding supports suitable industries and viable projects.

  • Companies in high-competition sectors within manufacturing or business services.
  • Businesses seeking loans for operational costs or existing debt repayment.
  • Firms intending to finance already completed projects.

Eligible expenses

The grant is designed to support capital expenses specifically aimed at launching or expanding business operations.

  • Purchase of equipment necessary for business startup or expansion.
  • Costs related to the acquisition of new technology or software essential for operations.
  • Expenses for modifications or renovations of facilities to support business growth.
  • Expenditures for professional services that aid in the completion or enhancement of the business plan.

Eligible geographic areas

This grant is available exclusively to companies located within the Municipal Regional County of Arthabaska in Quebec, Canada. The eligibility criteria focus on fostering business growth and development within this specific administrative region.

  • MRC d'Arthabaska, Quebec, Canada.

Additional information

Here are additional relevant details for this grant:

  • The loan must not be used for operational expenses, refinancing existing debts, or funding completed projects.
  • Applicants may be required to provide additional documentation or fulfill specific conditions upon review of their application.
  • The provided support includes technical assistance with business plan development and ongoing monitoring and support throughout the loan term.

Frequently Asked Questions about the MRC Arthabaska - Local Investment Fund (FLI) Program

Here are answers to the most common questions about the MRC Arthabaska - Local Investment Fund (FLI). 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 - Local Investment Fund (FLI)?

This grant program is designed to assist the startup, acquisition, or expansion of manufacturing or business service companies through term financing, offering loans up to $40,000 at a competitive rate. Eligible activities include projects that generate employment in the Arthabaska region, provided the company is not operating in a highly competitive sector.

How much funding can be received?

MRC Arthabaska - Local Investment Fund (FLI) Funds up to $40,000 of admissible expenses.

Who is eligible for the MRC Arthabaska - Local Investment Fund (FLI) program?

To be eligible for the MRC Arthabaska - Local Investment Fund (FLI) program, you must: The business must be for-profit and located in the MRC of Arthabaska, either in the startup or expansion phase. The business must belong to the manufacturing sector or provide business-to-business services, and not be in a highly competitive sector. The project must create employment and cannot be for operational costs, debt financing, loan repayment, or already completed projects.

What expenses are eligible under MRC Arthabaska - Local Investment Fund (FLI)?

This grant targets projects that support the startup, acquisition, or expansion of manufacturing or business service companies within its designated area. Eligible projects are designed to create jobs and require financial backing tailored for business growth activities. Startup of new manufacturing or business service enterprises. Acquisition projects that expand existing business capacities or diversify operations. Expansion initiatives that increase production capabilities or service offerings in the manufacturing or business service sectors.

Where is the MRC Arthabaska - Local Investment Fund (FLI) available?

The MRC Arthabaska - Local Investment Fund (FLI) program is available Centre-du-Québec, Quebec.

Is the MRC Arthabaska - Local Investment Fund (FLI) a grant, loan, or tax credit?

MRC Arthabaska - Local Investment Fund (FLI) is a Loans and Capital investments

Who are the financial supporters of the MRC Arthabaska - Local Investment Fund (FLI)?

MRC Arthabaska - Local Investment Fund (FLI) is funded by MRC Arthabaska

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