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MRC Beauce-Sartigan — Social Economy Enterprise Development Fund (FDEÉS)

Interest-free financing for social economy projects
MRC Beauce-Sartigan
Last Update: April 9, 2026
Funding available
$ 5,000 - $ 20,000
Timeline
  • Open continuously
Location
Chaudière-Appalaches, Quebec, Canada

Overview

This program provides an interest-free loan of $5,000 to $20,000 to support social economy businesses and cooperatives. It helps finance viable projects that create sustainable jobs and deliver goods or services not currently offered by the public or traditional sector.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.

At a glance

Funding available

Financing goals
  • Develop a new program or service
  • Increase social or community impact
  • Strengthen organizational capacity
Eligible Funding
  • Maximum amount : 20,000 $
  • Minimum amount : 5,000 $
  • Up to 50% of project cost
Timeline
  • Open continuously

Eligible candidates

Eligible Industries
  • Other services (except public administration)
  • Public administration
Location
  • Beauce-Sartigan
  • Chaudière-Appalaches
  • Quebec
Legal structures
  • Non-profit
  • Public or Parapublic institution
  • Non-financial cooperative
Annual revenue
  • All revenue ranges
Organisation size
  • All organization sizes
Audience
  • Other Racialized Persons
  • Rural or Northern Residents
  • Women
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
  • Economic, Social and Community Development
Target groups
  • General public
Revenue structures
  • Mixed revenue (50%+ earned)
Scope
  • Regional

Next steps

1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility

Activities funded

  • Projects that produce goods and services not currently offered by the public or traditional sector.
  • Social economy and cooperative projects with a formal approach and a path toward self-financing.
  • Viable projects that support durable job creation.

Eligibility

Who is eligible?

  • Non-profit organizations.
  • Cooperatives.

Eligible geographic areas

  • MRC de Beauce-Sartigan

Processing and Agreement

  • Application review by the Conseil économique de Beauce.
  • Funding decision depends on the program review and may be subject to additional conditions.
  • Terms are confirmed through the loan arrangement before funding is granted.

Additional information

  • A counselor review from the Conseil économique de Beauce is required.
  • The information provided is a summary and may change.
  • Other conditions may apply.

Contacts

none
418 228-8123

Frequently Asked Questions about the MRC Beauce-Sartigan — Social Economy Enterprise Development Fund (FDEÉS) Program

Here are answers to the most common questions about the MRC Beauce-Sartigan — Social Economy Enterprise Development Fund (FDEÉS). 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 Beauce-Sartigan — Social Economy Enterprise Development Fund (FDEÉS)?

This program provides an interest-free loan of $5,000 to $20,000 to support social economy businesses and cooperatives. It helps finance viable projects that create sustainable jobs and deliver goods or services not currently offered by the public or traditional sector.

How much funding can be received?

MRC Beauce-Sartigan — Social Economy Enterprise Development Fund (FDEÉS) Funds up to 50% of admissible expenses, capped at $20,000 per project.

Who is eligible for the MRC Beauce-Sartigan — Social Economy Enterprise Development Fund (FDEÉS) program?

To be eligible for the MRC Beauce-Sartigan — Social Economy Enterprise Development Fund (FDEÉS) program, you must: Non-profit organizations or cooperatives Business location in MRC de Beauce-Sartigan At least 20% self-generated revenue

What expenses are eligible under MRC Beauce-Sartigan — Social Economy Enterprise Development Fund (FDEÉS)?

Projects that produce goods and services not currently offered by the public or traditional sector. Social economy and cooperative projects with a formal approach and a path toward self-financing. Viable projects that support durable job creation.

Who can I contact for more information about the MRC Beauce-Sartigan — Social Economy Enterprise Development Fund (FDEÉS)?

You can contact MRC Beauce-Sartigan by email at none or by phone at 418 228-8123.

Where is the MRC Beauce-Sartigan — Social Economy Enterprise Development Fund (FDEÉS) available?

The MRC Beauce-Sartigan — Social Economy Enterprise Development Fund (FDEÉS) program is available Chaudière-Appalaches, Quebec.

Is the MRC Beauce-Sartigan — Social Economy Enterprise Development Fund (FDEÉS) a grant, loan, or tax credit?

MRC Beauce-Sartigan — Social Economy Enterprise Development Fund (FDEÉS) is a Loans and Capital investments

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