How much funding can be received?

Funds up to 50% of admissible expenses, capped at $10000 per project.

What is the deadline to apply?

The deadline to apply is not specified.

Who are the financial supporters of the MRC Bécancour — Business Support Fund (BSF)?

MRC Bécancour — Business Support Fund (BSF) is funded by MRC Bécancour

What are MRC Bécancour — Business Support Fund (BSF)'s eligibility criterias?

The applicant must be a non-profit organization, a for-profit private corporation, a cooperative, or an individual business registered with the Quebec Enterprise Register (REQ).

MRC Bécancour — Business Support Fund (BSF)

Last Update: May 13, 2025

QC, Canada

Business Support Fund for investment project preparation assistance

MRC Bécancour — Business Support Fund (BSF) at a glance

Eligible Funding

Max. $10,000
Up to 50% of project cost

Timeline

Continuous Intakes

Financing Type

Grant and Funding

Eligible Industries

Manufacturing
Retail trade
Accommodation and food services
Other services (except public administration)
Public administration

Grant Providers

MRC Bécancour

Status

Open

Overview of the MRC Bécancour — Business Support Fund (BSF) program

The Fonds de soutien aux entreprises (FSE) provides a non-repayable financial contribution of up to $10,000 to support businesses in improving profitability and management skills through project preparation and investment realization activities. Eligible projects include those that enhance company profitability, such as funding studies and supporting operational working capital needs and marketing plan implementation.

Financing terms and conditions

The MRC Bécancour — Business Support Fund provides financial assistance to support business projects and activities necessary to realize investment projects. The financial aid is non-refundable and non-recurrent, aimed at enhancing business profitability and management skills.

A non-repayable financial contribution with a maximum amount of $10,000.
For private for-profit corporations, funding covers up to 50% of the total project cost, up to $10,000.

Eligible projects & activities

The Business Support Fund aims to assist in the preparation and realization of business projects or investment activities. Eligible projects are those that enhance business profitability and support managerial skills development.

Projects that enhance the business's profitability, including the funding of studies and activities.
Activities that aid in completing management skills.

Eligibility criteria of the MRC Bécancour — Business Support Fund (BSF) program

The eligibility criteria for this grant focus on the type of organization and its registration status in Quebec.

The applicant must be either a non-profit organization (OBNL), a private corporation for profit, a cooperative, or a sole proprietorship registered in the Quebec Enterprise Register (REQ).

Who is eligible?

Eligible candidates for this grant include non-profit organizations, private for-profit corporations, cooperatives, and individual businesses registered in the Quebec Enterprise Register (REQ). Applicants should aim to either enhance business profitability or complete management skill development as part of their project proposals, particularly within the sectors of agriculture, commerce, manufacturing, services, and tourism.

Eligible expenses

The grant covers specific expenses essential for the operational needs of the business and marketing efforts.

Working capital needs related to the business operations.
Implementation of a marketing plan.

How to apply to the MRC Bécancour — Business Support Fund (BSF) program

Project Preparation

Identify the specific objectives of your project that enhance the profitability of your business.
Plan the studies or activities necessary to achieve the objectives of your project.

Collection of necessary documents

Gather all relevant documents proving your organization's eligibility according to the grant criteria.
Prepare a funding plan demonstrating that the project will improve or complement the management of the business.

Writing the request

Draft a detailed project proposal, including the requested amount and a description of eligible expenses.
Highlight how the project meets the criteria for profitability and skill enhancement in management.

Submission of the request

Submit your application and the required documents through the online portal of the organization responsible for the grant.
Make sure to meet the submission deadline specified by the organization.

Reception and confirmation follow-up

Receive a confirmation of submission of your request through the online system.
Note the file number of your request for possible follow-up.

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