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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
No Condition
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
- No Condition
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.
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
Here are answers to the most common questions about the MRC de D’Autray — Self-Employment Support Measure (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 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
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