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MRC Beaharnois-Salaberry — Rio Tinto Alcan Diversification Fund
Supports business development and workforce retention in Beauharnois-Salaberry
Last Update: March 4, 2026
Funding available
$ 100,000
Timeline
- Open continuously
Location
Beauharnois, Montérégie, Quebec, Canada
Overview
The MRC Beauharnois-Salaberry — Rio Tinto Alcan Diversification Fund offers up to $100,000 in financing to support business development, succession, workplace adaptation, and the promotion of the aluminum industry in the Beauharnois region. Eligible activities include business establishment, acquisition and succession projects, workplace improvements for workforce retention, and initiatives that increase the visibility of the aluminum sector.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Conduct research and development activities
- Access new markets
- Renovate or expand facilities
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 100,000 $
- Up to 40% of project cost
Timeline
- Open continuously
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Beauharnois-Salaberry
- Beauharnois
- Montérégie
- Quebec
Legal structures
- Non-profit
- Public or Parapublic institution
- For-profit business
- Social economy enterprise
- Non-financial cooperative
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Startups
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Economic, Social and Community Development
- Employment and Training
- Diversity and Inclusion
Target groups
- Business owners / entrepreneurs
- Nonprofits / charities
Revenue structures
- Mixed revenue (50%+ earned)
Scope
- Local
- Municipal
- Regional
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Establishment or expansion of businesses in downtown Beauharnois.
- Business succession or acquisition initiatives ensuring continuity of local enterprises.
- Workplace adaptation projects to enhance inclusivity and retention of underrepresented workers.
- Initiatives to promote the aluminum industry and the contribution of Rio Tinto Alcan within Beauharnois-Salaberry.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Legally constituted for-profit businesses (incorporated under the laws of Quebec or Canada)
- Collective enterprises (such as cooperatives and non-profit organizations) engaged in economic activities, with at least 60% of their revenues from commercial activities (or 50% for downtown revitalization projects)
Who is not eligible
- Companies that have failed to fulfill financial obligations to the Ministry or the MRC after formal notice, within the previous two years.
- Companies under the protection of the Companies' Creditors Arrangement Act or the Bankruptcy and Insolvency Act.
- Any applicant whose behavior could tarnish the image of integrity or probity of the MRC, even by association.
- Projects involving transactions between related companies or partners, in the context of business succession or acquisition.
Eligible expenses
- Acquisition of assets and capital expenditures directly related to the realization of the business project (such as purchase of technology, land, building, equipment, machinery, and vehicles, as well as construction, expansion, renovation, or improvements to premises and land).
- Marketing expenses linked to the business project.
- Working capital for the first year of establishment (for new businesses).
- Commercial rent (25% of annual commercial rent before taxes, up to set limits and for a maximum of 3 years; must be with an unrelated landlord).
- Professional fees directly tied to the realization of the project (up to specified limits and with required documentation).
- Acquisition of company shares (as part of an eligible business transfer).
- Acquisition of goodwill (business assets) for business transfers.
- Coaching and training services related to best practices for workforce integration, up to 75% of eligible costs before taxes (as per established limits and with supporting offer of service).
- Renovations and improvements to enhance universal accessibility (such as installing ramps) and to adapt or improve the workplace to meet the specific needs of employees (e.g., ergonomic workstations, enhancing spaces like kitchens or restrooms, creating rest areas, or equipment for sensory sensitivities).
Eligible geographic areas
- City of Beauharnois, Quebec
- Businesses with their head office in Quebec and operating in Beauharnois
- Companies with a significant presence (management, marketing, or production team) in Beauharnois or its immediate surroundings
Additional information
- The management and administration of the Fund are overseen by a Joint Investment Committee, with defined governance and conflict of interest protocols.
- Subsidized rent support requires that the landlord is not related, associated, or affiliated with the aided business.
- Grant recipients must authorize the MRC to publicly disclose that funding was awarded to their enterprise.
- Recipients are required to submit annual financial statements prepared by an external accountant and may undergo periodic site visits.
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Frequently Asked Questions about the MRC Beaharnois-Salaberry — Rio Tinto Alcan Diversification Fund Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the MRC Beaharnois-Salaberry — Rio Tinto Alcan Diversification Fund. 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 Beaharnois-Salaberry — Rio Tinto Alcan Diversification Fund?
The MRC Beauharnois-Salaberry — Rio Tinto Alcan Diversification Fund offers up to $100,000 in financing to support business development, succession, workplace adaptation, and the promotion of the aluminum industry in the Beauharnois region. Eligible activities include business establishment, acquisition and succession projects, workplace improvements for workforce retention, and initiatives that increase the visibility of the aluminum sector.
How much funding can be received?
MRC Beaharnois-Salaberry — Rio Tinto Alcan Diversification Fund Funds up to 40% of admissible expenses, capped at $100,000 per project.
Who is eligible for the MRC Beaharnois-Salaberry — Rio Tinto Alcan Diversification Fund program?
To be eligible for the MRC Beaharnois-Salaberry — Rio Tinto Alcan Diversification Fund program, you must:
For-profit business legally incorporated under Quebec or Canadian law
Head office located in Quebec and operating in Beauharnois
Registered with the Registre des entreprises du Québec (REQ)
What expenses are eligible under MRC Beaharnois-Salaberry — Rio Tinto Alcan Diversification Fund?
Establishment or expansion of businesses in downtown Beauharnois.
Business succession or acquisition initiatives ensuring continuity of local enterprises.
Workplace adaptation projects to enhance inclusivity and retention of underrepresented workers.
Initiatives to promote the aluminum industry and the contribution of Rio Tinto Alcan within Beauharnois-Salaberry.
Who can I contact for more information about the MRC Beaharnois-Salaberry — Rio Tinto Alcan Diversification Fund?
You can contact MRC Beauharnois-Salaberry by email at info@mrcbhs.ca or by phone at 4502250870.
Where is the MRC Beaharnois-Salaberry — Rio Tinto Alcan Diversification Fund available?
The MRC Beaharnois-Salaberry — Rio Tinto Alcan Diversification Fund program is available Montérégie, Quebec.
Is the MRC Beaharnois-Salaberry — Rio Tinto Alcan Diversification Fund a grant, loan, or tax credit?
MRC Beaharnois-Salaberry — Rio Tinto Alcan Diversification Fund is a Grant and Funding