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MRC Arthabaska - Local Solidarity Fund (LSF)

FLS offers financial and technical support to eligible businesses
Last Update: March 4, 2026
Funding available
$ 5,000 - $ 40,000
Timeline
  • Open continuously
Location
Centre-du-Québec, Quebec, Canada

Overview

The Fonds local de solidarité (FLS) provides financial and technical support, offering loans of up to $40,000 for businesses in the MRC of Arthabaska in the manufacturing or business services sectors to support job-generating projects in startup or expansion phases. Eligible activities include investments that do not require the acquisition of tangible assets.

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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.

At a glance

Funding available

Financing goals
  • Reduce environmental footprint
  • Develop workforce skills
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

  • Start-up or expansion projects for for-profit businesses in the manufacturing or business services sectors.
  • Initiatives aimed at business development that contribute to job creation in the MRC of Arthabaska.

Eligibility

Who is eligible?

  • For-profit companies located in the Arthabaska RCM
  • Companies in the manufacturing sector
  • Businesses providing services to other businesses (B2B)

Who is not eligible

  • Companies operating in high-competition sectors.

Eligible expenses

  • Investment-related expenses that do not involve the acquisition of tangible assets.

Eligible geographic areas

  • MRC d'Arthabaska

Additional information

  • Technical support is provided to assist in the development of the business plan.
  • Ongoing monitoring and guidance are available for the full duration of the loan.

Frequently Asked Questions about the MRC Arthabaska - Local Solidarity Fund (LSF) Program

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

The Fonds local de solidarité (FLS) provides financial and technical support, offering loans of up to $40,000 for businesses in the MRC of Arthabaska in the manufacturing or business services sectors to support job-generating projects in startup or expansion phases. Eligible activities include investments that do not require the acquisition of tangible assets.

How much funding can be received?

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

Who is eligible for the MRC Arthabaska - Local Solidarity Fund (LSF) program?

To be eligible for the MRC Arthabaska - Local Solidarity Fund (LSF) program, you must: For-profit business located in the MRC d'Arthabaska In start-up or expansion phase Operates in manufacturing or business services, not in a highly competitive sector

What expenses are eligible under MRC Arthabaska - Local Solidarity Fund (LSF)?

Start-up or expansion projects for for-profit businesses in the manufacturing or business services sectors. Initiatives aimed at business development that contribute to job creation in the MRC of Arthabaska.

Where is the MRC Arthabaska - Local Solidarity Fund (LSF) available?

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

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

MRC Arthabaska - Local Solidarity Fund (LSF) is a Loans and Capital investments

Who are the financial supporters of the MRC Arthabaska - Local Solidarity Fund (LSF)?

MRC Arthabaska - Local Solidarity Fund (LSF) is funded by MRC Arthabaska