
MRC Arthabaska - Self-employment support (STA)
Last Update: July 22, 2025
QC, Canada
Startup support with financial and technical assistance
At a glance
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Timeline
- Unspecified
Financing Type
Grant and Funding
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Funds Providers
Unspecified
Program status
Open
Overview
The Self-Employment Support program, managed with Services Qu ébec, provides unemployed individuals or those receiving employment or employment insurance assistance with a weekly allowance for up to 52 weeks to start or acquire a business, along with technical support during the first two years of operation. Eligible activities include financial allocations for childcare and personalized coaching for business launch and management, specifically for non-highly competitive sectors.
Financing terms and conditions
This grant provides financial support mechanisms for eligible individuals seeking to start or acquire a business, along with personalized guidance. It includes both direct financial aid and technical support aimed at facilitating sustainable business development.
- Provision of a weekly allowance to aid beneficiaries during the first year of business operations.
- Childcare expense allowance to support entrepreneurs with caregiving responsibilities.
- Technical support for business startup and management for the initial two years of operation.
Activities funded
This grant supports individuals in starting or acquiring businesses by providing financial and technical assistance. The eligible projects include activities that help beneficiaries become self-employed while managing their enterprises effectively.
- Starting a new business enterprise with financial support and guidance.
- Acquiring an existing business with ongoing technical and financial support.
- Receiving personalized technical assistance for managing and growing the business.
Eligibility
Eligibility for this grant is determined by specific criteria related to employment status and the competitive environment of the business sector.
- Must be a recipient of employment assistance or employment insurance.
- Must be an unemployed person who has received employment insurance benefits in the last three years.
- Must be an unemployed person without support or a precarious worker (eligible only for technical support).
- Must be in a business sector that does not experience high competition.
Who is eligible?
The Support for Self-Employment (Soutien au travail autonome - STA) program is available to individuals who are currently unemployed and are receiving employment assistance or employment insurance benefits. This support is also extended to individuals who have received employment insurance benefits in the past three years, those who are unemployed and without support, and precarious workers (eligible for technical support only). Business ventures must also be in sectors that are not highly competitive.
Eligible expenses
The grant provides financial support to cover specific eligible expenses for entrepreneurs under the program.
- Weekly allowance for eligible participants.
- Allowance for childcare expenses.
How to apply
1
Eligibility Check
- Contact a Quebec Services Office (BSQ) agent to discuss your eligibility.
- Provide the required information to demonstrate that you are a recipient of employment assistance or unemployment insurance, or that you meet the other eligibility criteria.
2
Preparation of the request
- Compile all necessary documents which may include a business plan, a budget forecast, and any other supporting documentation required by the program.
- Get advice and prepare a solid file with the help of a consultant if available as part of the program.
3
Deposit of the application
- Submit your complete application to the Services Québec Office according to the specified modalities (in person, by mail, or online if applicable).
- Verify that all documents are completed and included correctly before sending.
4
Request follow-up
- Wait for confirmation of receipt of your request from the managing organization.
- Be prepared to respond to any requests for additional information or clarification from Services Québec.
Additional information
Here are additional relevant details for this grant:
- The grant includes a component for technical support, which is pivotal for entrepreneurs to kick-start their business effectively.
- The technical support is available for the first two years, ensuring guidance during the critical initial phase of the business.
- This measure is specifically managed in collaboration with Services Québec, indicating a close working relationship with the governmental body throughout the process.
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