How much funding can be received?

Funds up to 80% of admissible expenses, capped at $50000 per project.

What is the deadline to apply?

The program is accepting continuous intake

Who are the financial supporters of the MRC Bellechasse — Social Economy Enterprise Development Fund (FDEÉS)?

MRC Bellechasse — Social Economy Enterprise Development Fund (FDEÉS) is funded by MRC de Bellechasse

MRC Bellechasse — Social Economy Enterprise Development Fund (FDEÉS)

Q: What are MRC Bellechasse — Social Economy Enterprise Development Fund (FDEÉS)'s eligibility criterias?

The company must be a legally constituted non-profit organization or a cooperative. The project should adhere to a formal collective entrepreneurial approach and be economically and socially viable.

Last Update: July 22, 2025

QC, Canada

Financial support for social economy business development in Bellechasse

MRC Bellechasse — Social Economy Enterprise Development Fund (FDEÉS) at a glance

Eligible Funding

Max. $50,000
Up to 80% of project cost

Timeline

Open Date : January 1, 2023
Closing date : December 31, 2023

Financing Type

Grant and Funding

Eligible Industries

Health care and social assistance

Grant Providers

MRC de Bellechasse

Program status

Closed

Overview of the MRC Bellechasse — Social Economy Enterprise Development Fund (FDEÉS) program

The Fonds de développement des entreprises d'économie sociale (FDEÉS) aims to support the emergence, expansion, and consolidation of social economy enterprises to address community social needs and create sustainable, quality jobs, offering up to $25,000 in funding, or exceptionally $50,000 for projects with significant social and economic impact. Eligible activities include starting a new enterprise, expanding an existing project, or consolidating operations to ensure longevity.

Financing terms and conditions

This grant provides a structured funding framework to support social economy enterprises in their development, expansion, and consolidation initiatives. It ensures that funding is optimally utilized to achieve significant social and economic impacts.

Non-refundable and refundable financial assistance is available for eligible projects.
The maximum financial aid is CAD 25,000 per request; however, this can rise to CAD 50,000 for projects closely aligned with specific objectives and with major social and economic impacts.
Combined financial aid from provincial, federal, and local sources cannot exceed 80% of eligible expenses.
Non-refundable aid is valued at 100% of its amount, whereas refundable aid is considered at 30% for accumulation calculations.

Eligible projects & activities

This grant supports the growth and stability of social economy enterprises by providing financial assistance for new initiatives, expansions, and consolidations. Eligible projects aim to enhance community well-being and create sustainable employment opportunities.

Start-up projects for new social economy enterprises.
Expansion projects for existing social economy businesses, prioritizing first-time applicants for expansion.
Consolidation initiatives for existing enterprises requiring intervention to ensure sustainability, with a requisite action plan.

Eligibility criteria of the MRC Bellechasse — Social Economy Enterprise Development Fund (FDEÉS) program

Eligibility for the Fonds de développement des entreprises d'économie sociale (FDEÉS) is defined by specific criteria related to the social enterprise's structure and project characteristics.

The organization must be legally constituted as a non-profit or a cooperative.
The enterprise must adhere to the definition of a social economy enterprise as outlined in section 4.2.
The project must be based on a formal collective entrepreneurial approach.
The project must demonstrate economic and social viability, with outcomes surpassing the resources invested.
The project must have diverse funding sources, such as from members, users, the community, financial institutions, or other partners.
If the organization carries out social economy activities, at least 20% of its annual revenues must come from selling products or services.

Who is eligible?

Eligible applicants are legally constituted non-profit organizations and cooperatives located within the territory served by Développement Économique Bellechasse (DÉB), whose projects align with the development of social economy enterprises.

Who is not eligible

This grant has specific exclusions based on the legal status and main activities of organizations. Certain types of organizations are ineligible to ensure the funds support appropriate social economic entities.

Organizations with a legal status other than cooperative, mutual, or non-profit.
Informal groups or unincorporated activities.
Entities established for financial or speculative operations.
Mutual insurance companies or mutual aid associations.
Organizations under public administration.
Professional groupings.
Employers' groups.
Political parties.
Religious organizations.
Trade unions.
Human rights associations.
Sports associations and clubs.
Social clubs.
Foundations.
Daycare centers, schools, colleges, and universities.

Eligible expenses

All expenses directly associated with the realization of the project are eligible for funding.

Operational costs necessary for the project.
Costs related to project development and execution.
Administrative expenses linked to the project.
Personnel costs if part of project realization.
Capital expenses if required for project advancement.

Eligible geographic areas

This funding is specifically available to social economy enterprises located within the geographical territory served by Développement Économique Bellechasse (DÉB) in Canada.

Companies within the region served by Développement Économique Bellechasse (DÉB).

How to apply to the MRC Bellechasse — Social Economy Enterprise Development Fund (FDEÉS) program

Eligibility Check

Ensure that the organization is eligible, specifically that it is a cooperative or a non-profit organization.
Verify that the project meets the eligibility criteria as defined in the description of the call for tenders.

Preparation of the request

Write a detailed project proposal, including objectives, socio-economic impacts, and a business plan demonstrating economic and social viability.
Prepare a detailed budget of eligible expenses.
Gather supporting documents, such as funding agreements with other sources.

Submission of the request

Contact Economic Development Bellechasse for information on the application form and documents to be submitted.
Submit your complete application and the required documents to the address or portal provided by Economic Development Bellechasse before the specified deadline.

Request follow-up

Wait for the confirmation of receipt of your request by Développement Économique Bellechasse.
In case of additional needs, be prepared to provide additional documents or information if requested by the organization.

Additional information

Here are additional relevant details for this grant:

Aide financière non remboursable and remboursable options are available, tailored to project needs.
The maximum financial aid is usually $25,000, but can reach $50,000 for projects aligning directly with PALÉE objectives.
The total financial aid should not exceed 80% of eligible expenses when combined with other provincial or federal funding.
Non-refundable aid is valued at 100% and refundable aid at 30% when calculating the total aid received.
The policy outlines all applicable details for funds managed by Développement Économique Bellechasse.

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