MRC Arthabaska - Local Solidarity Fund (LSF)

Q: How much funding can be received?

MRC Arthabaska - Local Solidarity Fund (LSF) Funds up to 40000% of admissible expenses.

Q: What is the deadline to apply?

The deadline to apply is not specified.

Q: 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

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

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

Q: 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

Q: Who can I contact for more information about the MRC Arthabaska - Local Solidarity Fund (LSF)?

You can contact MRC Arthabaska.

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

The MRC Arthabaska - Local Solidarity Fund (LSF) program is available the province of QC.

Q: Are startups eligible for the MRC Arthabaska - Local Solidarity Fund (LSF) program?

Yes, startups are eligible to apply for the MRC Arthabaska - Local Solidarity Fund (LSF) program.

Last Update: July 22, 2025

QC, Canada

FLS offers financial and technical support to eligible businesses

At a glance

Eligible Funding

From $5,000 to $40,000

Timeline

Unspecified

Financing Type

Loans and Capital investments

Eligible Industries

Manufacturing
Professional, scientific and technical services

Funds Providers

Unspecified

Program status

Open

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.

Financing terms and conditions

Term financing for up to 5 years at a competitive interest rate.
Loan amounts range from $5,000 to $40,000; higher amounts may be considered for expansion projects.

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

The business must be a for-profit company located within the MRC d'Arthabaska.
The company must be in the startup or expansion phase.
The business must operate in the manufacturing sector or provide business services and must not be in a highly competitive sector.
A personal financial contribution is required from the applicant.
The project must create jobs and involve eligible expenses related to an investment project that does not require the acquisition of tangible assets.

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

How to apply

Initial contact

Contact the Local Solidarity Fund (FLS) for more specific information and to confirm the project's eligibility.

Preparation of the request

Prepare a detailed business plan that demonstrates the feasibility and job creation potential of the project.
Gather the necessary financial documents including the capital contribution provided by the company.

Submission of the request

Fill out the loan application form following the guidelines provided by the FLS.
Attach all required documents and send the complete file to the FLS electronically or by mail, according to the program instructions.

Request Tracking

Wait for confirmation of receipt of your request.
Participate in discussions or provide additional information if necessary during the application review process.

Final decision

Receive the communication of the funding decision.
In case of acceptance, discuss and accept the terms of the loan.

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.

Apply to this program

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.