How much funding can be received?

The Fonds locaux d'investissement et de solidarité (FLI-FLS) provides financial and technical support to new, expanding, or transferring businesses in primary, secondary (manufacturing), or tertiary sectors within the MRC Beauce-Centre, aiming to create and maintain jobs. The program offers funding up to $150,000 per enterprise, with conditions tailored to needs such as startup, acquisition, succession, export, growth support, and modernization.

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The Local Investment Funds (FLI-FLS) grant provides adaptable financing solutions to support business growth across various phases. It aims to facilitate capital access for local enterprises in the primary, secondary, and tertiary sectors.

Loans can reach up to $150,000 per eligible business.
Financing terms are customized to address various business needs such as start-up, acquisition, succession, exportation, growth support, and modernization.
No fees for opening a file or for follow-up services.
Possibility of repayment at any time without penalty.
Competitive interest rates to promote sustainable financial management.
Leverage effect to maximize investment impact.

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This grant supports projects that aid in job creation and retention through financial and technical assistance, tailored to local development priorities. Eligible activities focus on the growth and sustainability of new and existing businesses across various sectors.

Business startup initiatives in the primary, manufacturing (secondary), or key tertiary sectors.
Expansion projects for existing businesses to foster regional economic growth.
Business transfer to ensure continuity and job stability.
Acquisition projects that enable business scaling and sustainability.
Exportation plans to reach wider markets and enhance business viability.
Growth support to facilitate modernisation and competitive positioning.

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Eligibility for this grant is determined by the nature and status of the company, as well as the sector in which it operates.

The company must be in the start-up phase, expanding, or undergoing a business transfer.
Eligible sectors include primary, secondary (manufacturing), or tertiary motor sectors.
The grant is available to small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) on the territory.
Businesses can include social economy enterprises.

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Start-up businesses, expanding businesses, and businesses undergoing ownership transfer that operate in the primary, secondary (manufacturing), or tertiary key sectors are eligible. The FLI-FLS is open to all SMEs within the territory, including social economy enterprises.

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This grant supports companies specifically within the municipal boundaries of the MRC Beauce-Centre. It is designed to aid local economic development targeting new and existing businesses.

Businesses located within the MRC Beauce-Centre region.

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Here are the steps to submit an application for this grant:

Step 1: Initial Contact
Contact Diane Pouliot, Senior Advisor, either via phone at 418 397-4354, ext. 227 or by email at diane.pouliot@bceconomique.com.
Schedule a one-on-one meeting to discuss the grant process and specific needs of your business.
Step 2: Prepare Your Application
Prepare a detailed business plan highlighting your business's goals, financial projections, and how the funding will be used.
Gather necessary financial and legal documents to support your application.
Ensure your business aligns with grant priorities and criteria, such as the creation and maintenance of jobs in MRC Beauce-Centre.
Step 3: Customized Financing Discussion
Engage in discussions with local administrators to customize the financing terms based on the unique needs of your business.
Step 4: Submit Application
Submit your completed application, including all supporting documents, as per the guidance received from initial consultations.
There may not be specified online submission guidelines, so adhere to instructions provided during consultations with the advisor.

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Here are additional relevant details for this grant:

No fees are charged for opening a file or for follow-up services.
Loans can be repaid at any time without penalty.
The initiative acts as a financial leverage to assist businesses.
Competitive interest rates are a key feature of the loan offering.

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diane.pouliot@bceconomique.com

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Boost Your Business Growth in the Beauce-Centre Region

The Fonds locaux d'investissement et de solidarité (FLI-FLS) is a grant offering financial and technical assistance to new and existing businesses to foster job creation and retention in the Beauce-Centre area. This initiative supports eligible small and medium enterprises (SMEs) across primary, secondary, and tertiary sectors, including social economy enterprises.

Diving Into the Details of the FLI-FLS Grant Program

The Fonds locaux d'investissement et de solidarité (FLI-FLS) is an essential financial instrument designed to stimulate economic growth and job creation within the MRC Beauce-Centre. By targeting a diverse range of businesses—from startups to expanding enterprises, and even those undergoing ownership transitions—this grant program is dedicated to nurturing the local economic fabric. Utilizing the FLI-FLS, companies across primary sectors such as agriculture and natural resources, secondary sectors like manufacturing, and tertiary sectors focused on pivotal services can access up to $150,000 in funding tailored to their unique business needs and growth strategies.

The strength of the FLI-FLS program lies in its adaptability to the distinct financial realities and growth trajectories of each applicant. Whether aimed at launching a promising startup, scaling operations, facilitating business acquisitions, or supporting innovation-driven export activities, the program molds its financial terms to optimize the success potential of its beneficiaries. Such customization ensures companies can strategically deploy capital for growth without the burden of inflexible financial commitments. Additionally, this grant package requires no upfront file opening fees, removing barriers that typically impede small enterprises or social economy businesses, making it highly accessible.

Another significant advantage of the FLI-FLS is its competitive loan conditions, including the ability to repay the loan at any time without penalties. This flexibility not only alleviates financial pressure during uncertain economic periods but also empowers businesses to take proactive decisions concerning their financial planning and operational expansions. The effect is a leveraged boost to businesses that maximizes their capacity to maintain and create jobs within the local economy.

Under the expert guidance of senior advisor Diane Pouliot, businesses can navigate the application and funding process effectively. By offering one-on-one consultations, Diane provides strategic insight tailored to each enterprise's growth goals, ensuring that the FLI-FLS program's funding is utilized to its highest potential. Through her guidance, businesses are equipped with the knowledge and resources to secure funding that can play a pivotal role in modernizing operations, pursuing growth aggressively, and enhancing competitive positioning both locally and globally.

Conclusively, the FLI-FLS program is more than just a financial aid tool; it is a key facilitator in the strengthening and diversification of the Beauce-Centre economy. By providing flexible financial solutions that address specific business needs while eliminating common financial barriers, the program represents a significant opportunity for businesses aiming to innovate, expand, and sustain their operations successfully within and beyond the region.