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MRC Bécancour — Social Economy Fund (SEF)
Grant support for social economy enterprises
Offered by
MRC Bécancour
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- Funding available
- Varies by project
- Deadline
- Open continuously
- Location
- Quebec, Canada
Overview
This program provides grant support to social economy organizations and cooperatives that address community needs. It supports eligible startup and development activities such as feasibility work, business planning, and working capital.
At a glance
Funding available
Varies by project
- Increase social or community impact
- Improve governance or administrative structure
- Strengthen organizational capacity
- Start a business
- Ensure financial sustainability
Eligible candidates
- Location
- Bécancour
- Centre-du-Québec
- Quebec
- Eligible Industries
- All industries
- Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
- Organisation size
- All organization sizes
- Audience
- Startups
- Legal structures
- Non-financial cooperative, Social economy enterprise
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Take a practical assessment to gain a clear understanding of how well this program aligns with your specific needs and long-term goals.
Availability timeline
2026
Periods: 1
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Non-profit social economy enterprises
- Cooperatives
- Manufacturing, commercial, or service businesses
Eligible expenses
- Land, buildings, equipment, machinery, and vehicles.
- Incorporation fees and similar start-up costs.
- Technology, software, and patents.
- Working capital linked to business activities.
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Goodwill-related expenses.
- Research and development expenses.
Eligible geographic areas
- MRC d'Arthabaska
Activities funded
- Feasibility and pre-feasibility studies.
- Business plan development.
- Startup support for social economy enterprises.
Selection criteria
- Permanent job creation with decent wages.
- Democratic governance involving users or workers.
- Contribution to community social needs.
Additional information
- Technical support is available for feasibility studies, business planning, and startup follow-up.
- Additional conditions may be required during the file review.
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Frequently Asked Questions about the MRC Bécancour — Social Economy Fund (SEF) Program
What is the MRC Bécancour — Social Economy Fund (SEF)?
This program provides grant support to social economy organizations and cooperatives that address community needs. It supports eligible startup and development activities such as feasibility work, business planning, and working capital.
What is the deadline to apply?
The program is accepting continuous intake
Who is eligible for the MRC Bécancour — Social Economy Fund (SEF) program?
To be eligible for the MRC Bécancour — Social Economy Fund (SEF) program, you must:
Non-profit or cooperative organization
Located in MRC d'Arthabaska
Creates permanent jobs
What expenses are eligible under MRC Bécancour — Social Economy Fund (SEF)?
Land, buildings, equipment, machinery, and vehicles.
Incorporation fees and similar start-up costs.
Technology, software, and patents.
Working capital linked to business activities.
Who can I contact for more information about the MRC Bécancour — Social Economy Fund (SEF)?
You can contact MRC Bécancour or by phone at 819-758-5801.
Where is the MRC Bécancour — Social Economy Fund (SEF) available?
The MRC Bécancour — Social Economy Fund (SEF) program is available Centre-du-Québec, Quebec.
Is the MRC Bécancour — Social Economy Fund (SEF) a grant, loan, or tax credit?
MRC Bécancour — Social Economy Fund (SEF) is a Grant and Funding