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MRC Arthabaska - Self-employment support (STA)
Support for starting or acquiring a business
Last Update: April 9, 2026
Funding available
Varies by project
Timeline
- Archived
Location
Centre-du-Québec, Quebec, Canada
Overview
Financial support is available for people starting or acquiring a business through the self-employment support measure. It includes a weekly allowance for up to 52 weeks, plus childcare support and technical assistance for start-up and business management.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Complete an acquisition or business transfer
- Start a business
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Timeline
- Archived
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Arthabaska
- Centre-du-Québec
- Quebec
Legal structures
- Sole proprietorship
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Canadians
- Startups
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Starting a business.
- Acquiring a business.
- Business start-up and management support.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Employment assistance recipients.
- Employment insurance recipients.
- Unemployed people who received EI benefits in the last three years.
- Unemployed people without support or precarious workers, for technical support only.
Eligible expenses
- Weekly financial allowance.
- Childcare expenses support.
Eligible geographic areas
- Victoriaville region.
Additional information
- Managed in collaboration with Services Québec.
- Individualized support is available to entrepreneurs.
- Technical support can be provided during the first two years of operation.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the MRC Arthabaska - Self-employment support (STA) Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the MRC Arthabaska - Self-employment support (STA). 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 - Self-employment support (STA)?
Financial support is available for people starting or acquiring a business through the self-employment support measure. It includes a weekly allowance for up to 52 weeks, plus childcare support and technical assistance for start-up and business management.
Who is eligible for the MRC Arthabaska - Self-employment support (STA) program?
To be eligible for the MRC Arthabaska - Self-employment support (STA) program, you must:
Eligibility must be confirmed with Services Québec.
For EI or employment assistance recipients.
Business must face limited competition.
What expenses are eligible under MRC Arthabaska - Self-employment support (STA)?
Starting a business.
Acquiring a business.
Business start-up and management support.
Who can I contact for more information about the MRC Arthabaska - Self-employment support (STA)?
You can contact MRC Arthabaska by email at none or by phone at none.
Where is the MRC Arthabaska - Self-employment support (STA) available?
The MRC Arthabaska - Self-employment support (STA) program is available Centre-du-Québec, Quebec.
Is the MRC Arthabaska - Self-employment support (STA) a grant, loan, or tax credit?
MRC Arthabaska - Self-employment support (STA) is a Other Support
Who are the financial supporters of the MRC Arthabaska - Self-employment support (STA)?
MRC Arthabaska - Self-employment support (STA) is funded by MRC Arthabaska