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MRC Arthabaska — Futurpreneur Canada - Victoriaville - Quebec - Canada
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MRC Arthabaska — Futurpreneur Canada

Funding and mentorship for young entrepreneurs in Canada
Last Update: March 4, 2026
Funding available
$ 60,000
Timeline
  • Archived
Location
Victoriaville, Centre-du-Québec, Quebec, Canada

Overview

Futurpreneur Canada's program offers up to $60,000 in funding to young entrepreneurs aged 18 to 39, providing resources to develop business plans, mentorship, and support to grow successful businesses. The program is designed to assist new businesses that have been operating for less than 12 months and requires entrepreneurs to engage in mandatory mentorship to ensure sustainability and success.

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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.

At a glance

Funding available

Financing goals
  • Reduce environmental footprint
Eligible Funding
  • Maximum amount : 60,000 $
Timeline
  • Archived

Eligible candidates

Eligible Industries
  • All industries
Location
  • Arthabaska
  • Victoriaville
  • Centre-du-Québec
  • Quebec
Legal structures
  • For-profit business
  • Sole proprietorship
Annual revenue
  • All revenue ranges
Organisation size
  • All organization sizes
Audience
  • Indigenous Peoples
  • Black Canadians
  • Youth (<40)
  • Startups

Next steps

1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility

Eligibility

Who is eligible?

This grant is aimed at young entrepreneurs in Canada aged between 18 to 39 years who have a viable business idea. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in Canada and meet specific criteria, including demonstrating the business's viability through a complete business plan, operating for less than 12 months, residing or operating within areas where Futurpreneur programs are available, and committing to work with a mentor for two years.


Eligible geographic areas

This grant is specifically offered in the regions associated with the Corporation de développement économique de Victoriaville et sa région (CDEVR). The support focuses on these targeted areas to foster local entrepreneurship.

  • Companies based in Victoriaville and its surrounding regions.

Additional information

Here are additional relevant details for this grant:

  • Futurpreneur Canada offers a mandatory world-class mentorship program as part of the financing package.
  • Mentorship lasts for two years, providing guidance to enhance business success rates during the start-up phase.
  • Mentors are experienced business professionals who are matched individually with entrepreneurs based on mentorship suitability.
  • The loan should not be used for existing debt refinancing, ensuring funds are allocated strictly to new business development or expansion efforts.

Frequently Asked Questions about the MRC Arthabaska — Futurpreneur Canada Program

Here are answers to the most common questions about the MRC Arthabaska — Futurpreneur Canada. 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 — Futurpreneur Canada?

Futurpreneur Canada's program offers up to $60,000 in funding to young entrepreneurs aged 18 to 39, providing resources to develop business plans, mentorship, and support to grow successful businesses. The program is designed to assist new businesses that have been operating for less than 12 months and requires entrepreneurs to engage in mandatory mentorship to ensure sustainability and success.

How much funding can be received?

MRC Arthabaska — Futurpreneur Canada Funds up to $60,000 of admissible expenses.

Who is eligible for the MRC Arthabaska — Futurpreneur Canada program?

To be eligible for the MRC Arthabaska — Futurpreneur Canada program, you must: The applicant must be aged between 18 to 39 years. Must be legally authorized to work in Canada (work permit holders are not eligible). The business must have been in operation for less than 12 months.

Where is the MRC Arthabaska — Futurpreneur Canada available?

The MRC Arthabaska — Futurpreneur Canada program is available Centre-du-Québec, Quebec.

Is the MRC Arthabaska — Futurpreneur Canada a grant, loan, or tax credit?

MRC Arthabaska — Futurpreneur Canada is a Partnering and Collaboration

Who are the financial supporters of the MRC Arthabaska — Futurpreneur Canada?

MRC Arthabaska — Futurpreneur Canada is funded by MRC Arthabaska