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MRC Beauce Sartigan — Young Promoters Fund (YP)

Q: How much funding can be received?

MRC Beauce Sartigan — Young Promoters Fund (YP) Funds up to 20% of admissible expenses, capped at $10,000 per project.

Q: Who is eligible for the MRC Beauce Sartigan — Young Promoters Fund (YP) program?

To be eligible for the MRC Beauce Sartigan — Young Promoters Fund (YP) program, you must: Business must create or maintain at least two permanent jobs. Applicant must own at least 50% of the business (or minimum 25% of voting and participating shares for business succession). Business plan and financial forecasts must demonstrate viability.

Q: What expenses are eligible under MRC Beauce Sartigan — Young Promoters Fund (YP)?

Starting a new business led by young entrepreneurs. Acquiring an existing business as a first-time young owner.

Q: Who can I contact for more information about the MRC Beauce Sartigan — Young Promoters Fund (YP)?

You can contact MRC Beauce-Sartigan or by phone at 4182288123.

Q: Where is the MRC Beauce Sartigan — Young Promoters Fund (YP) available?

The MRC Beauce Sartigan — Young Promoters Fund (YP) program is available Chaudière-Appalaches, Quebec.

Q: Is the MRC Beauce Sartigan — Young Promoters Fund (YP) a grant, loan, or tax credit?

MRC Beauce Sartigan — Young Promoters Fund (YP) is a Loans and Capital investments

Last Update: March 4, 2026

Beauceville, Quebec, Canada

Support for young entrepreneurs starting or acquiring a business

Loans and Capital investments

Overview

The Fonds Jeunes Promoteurs (JP) aims to support young entrepreneurs aged 18 to 39 in creating or acquiring their first business by offering technical and financial assistance, with a maximum funding amount of $10,000 per enterprise. Eligible activities include projects that demonstrate viability through a business plan, create or maintain at least two permanent jobs, and are supported by a minimum equity investment of 20%.

At a glance

Funding available

Financing goals

Improve employee retention

Eligible Funding

Maximum amount : 10,000 $
Up to 20% of project cost

Timeline

Unspecified

Eligible candidates

Eligible Industries

All industries

Location

Beauce-Sartigan
Beauceville
Chaudière-Appalaches
Quebec

Legal structures

For-profit business
Sole proprietorship

Annual revenue

All revenue ranges

Organisation size

2 employees minimum

Audience

Youth (<40)
Startups

Activities funded

Starting a new business led by young entrepreneurs.
Acquiring an existing business as a first-time young owner.

Eligibility

The applicant must be an individual aged between 18 and 39 years old.
The person must possess relevant experience or training related to the proposed project.
The applicant must commit to working full time in the business.
The applicant must own at least 50% of the business (or at least 25% of voting and participating shares in succession projects).
The project must create or maintain at least two permanent jobs.

Who is eligible?

This grant is aimed at young entrepreneurs who wish to create or acquire their first business. It supports them with technical and financial assistance.

Must be between 18 and 39 years old.
Should have relevant experience or training related to the project.
Commit to full-time work in the business.
Own at least 50% of the business shares, or at least 25% of voting and participating shares for succession projects.
Have a business plan and financial forecasts demonstrating project viability.
Create or maintain at least two permanent jobs.
Provide a down payment of at least 20%.

Eligible geographic areas

Businesses located in the territory of the MRC Beauce-Sartigan.

How to apply

Eligibility check

Confirm that you meet all the eligibility criteria related to age, experience, and capital participation in the company.

Preparation of the file

Prepare a business plan and financial forecasts demonstrating the viability of the project.
Assemble documentation proving your contribution of at least 20%.
Write a proposal detailing the creation or maintenance of at least two permanent jobs.

Consultation with the CEB

Make an appointment with an advisor from the Beauce Economic Council to evaluate your project and receive advice.

Submission of the request

Prepare all the required forms for the loan application.
Submit your application by the indicated method, for example in person or by mail, according to the instructions received during the consultation.

Follow-up on the request

Wait for the response of the Economic Council of Beauce regarding the decision on your request.
Be prepared to provide additional information if necessary.

Additional information

The information provided is an abbreviated overview of the program and may be subject to change.
Consultation with an advisor from the Conseil économique de Beauce is required.
Other conditions may apply beyond those listed.

Contacts

4182288123

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Frequently Asked Questions about the MRC Beauce Sartigan — Young Promoters Fund (YP) Program

Here are answers to the most common questions about the MRC Beauce Sartigan — Young Promoters Fund (YP). 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.