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MRC de D’Autray — Self-Employment Support Measure (STA)
Self-employment support for eligible individuals launching businesses
Last Update: March 4, 2026
Funding available
Varies by project
Timeline
- Open continuously
Location
Lanaudière, Quebec, Canada
Overview
The Self-Employment Support Measure (STA) of the MRC de D’Autray offers eligible candidates a weekly allowance equivalent to minimum wage for up to 52 weeks, supporting the creation or acquisition of viable businesses. The program aims to foster financial autonomy, job creation, and economic diversification by providing financial support and tailored technical assistance for new entrepreneurs.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase performance through digital transformation
- Obtain certifications or accreditations
- Reduce environmental footprint
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Timeline
- Open continuously
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- D’Autray
- Lanaudière
- Quebec
Legal structures
- Sole proprietorship
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Rural or Northern Residents
- Canadians
- Startups
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Launching a new business within the MRC de D’Autray territory.
- Acquiring and operating an existing business in an eligible sector within the region.
- Implementing a business plan aimed at achieving financial independence for the entrepreneur.
Eligibility
Eligible expenses
- Weekly allowance equivalent to the minimum wage for a maximum of 52 weeks.
Eligible geographic areas
- Businesses located within the MRC de D’Autray.
Selection criteria
- Relevance of the applicant's experience or competencies to the business project.
- Full-time commitment to the enterprise (35 hours per week).
- Project has not started its operations and demonstrates viability.
- Business location established within the MRC de D’Autray.
- Submission of a curriculum vitae and a written project description evaluated by the committee.
How to apply
- Step 1: Develop Your Business ProjectPrepare a detailed written description of your business project.
- Develop your business plan, including financial forecasts.
- Create an up-to-date curriculum vitae demonstrating relevant experience and competencies.
- Step 2: Contact Développement Économique D’AutrayReach out to a counsellor at Développement Économique D’Autray to discuss your project.
- Request guidance on presenting your proposal and align your project with local economic development strategies.
- Step 3: Submit Your Project ProposalSubmit your written project description and curriculum vitae to Développement Économique D’Autray via your counsellor.
- Step 4: Project EvaluationYour project is reviewed by the evaluation committee.
- Respond to any requests for additional information or clarification from the committee if required.
- Step 5: Application DecisionReceive notification regarding the acceptance or refusal of your project.
- If accepted, proceed with the next steps as outlined by Développement Économique D’Autray for support and funding.
Additional information
- Personalized follow-up is provided to support new entrepreneurs throughout the process.
- Workshops and training are adapted to meet the needs of participants.
- Applicants must have not yet started their business operations at the time of application.
- Applicants must submit their project for evaluation through a designated advisor.
Frequently Asked Questions about the MRC de D’Autray — Self-Employment Support Measure (STA) Program
What is the MRC de D’Autray — Self-Employment Support Measure (STA)?
The Self-Employment Support Measure (STA) of the MRC de D’Autray offers eligible candidates a weekly allowance equivalent to minimum wage for up to 52 weeks, supporting the creation or acquisition of viable businesses. The program aims to foster financial autonomy, job creation, and economic diversification by providing financial support and tailored technical assistance for new entrepreneurs.
Who is eligible for the MRC de D’Autray — Self-Employment Support Measure (STA) program?
To be eligible for the MRC de D’Autray — Self-Employment Support Measure (STA) program, you must:
The business must be located within the MRC de D’Autray.
The project must be a new enterprise or the purchase of an existing eligible business.
The business must not have begun operations before applying.
What expenses are eligible under MRC de D’Autray — Self-Employment Support Measure (STA)?
Launching a new business within the MRC de D’Autray territory.
Acquiring and operating an existing business in an eligible sector within the region.
Implementing a business plan aimed at achieving financial independence for the entrepreneur.
Where is the MRC de D’Autray — Self-Employment Support Measure (STA) available?
The MRC de D’Autray — Self-Employment Support Measure (STA) program is available Lanaudière, Quebec.
Is the MRC de D’Autray — Self-Employment Support Measure (STA) a grant, loan, or tax credit?
MRC de D’Autray — Self-Employment Support Measure (STA) is a Other Support
Who are the financial supporters of the MRC de D’Autray — Self-Employment Support Measure (STA)?
MRC de D’Autray — Self-Employment Support Measure (STA) is funded by MRC de D'Autray (MRC)