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MRC Bellechasse — New promoter funds (FNP)

Interest-free financial aid for young Quebec entrepreneurs
MRC de Bellechasse (MRC)
Last Update: March 3, 2026
Funding available
$ 10,000
Timeline
  • Open continuously
Location
Chaudière-Appalaches, Quebec, Canada

Overview

The Fonds nouveaux promoteurs (FNP) offers financial contributions in the form of interest-free medium-term credits to support young Canadian entrepreneurs in Quebec with the start-up or acquisition of their first business, providing a maximum of $10,000 in funding for eligible activities such as feasibility studies, business creation, and entrepreneur training. The program aims to foster entrepreneurship by assisting projects that demonstrate viability, job creation, and financial necessity.

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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.

At a glance

Funding available

Financing goals
  • Reduce environmental footprint
  • Renovate or expand facilities
Eligible Funding
  • Maximum amount : 10,000 $
  • Up to 75% of project cost
Timeline
  • Open continuously

Eligible candidates

Eligible Industries
  • All industries
Location
  • Bellechasse
  • Chaudière-Appalaches
  • Quebec
Legal structures
  • For-profit business
  • Sole proprietorship
Annual revenue
  • All revenue ranges
Organisation size
  • 2 employees minimum
Audience
  • Canadians
  • Youth (<40)
  • Startups

Next steps

1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility

Activities funded

This grant focuses on promoting entrepreneurship by supporting business creation and expansion as well as offering training to new entrepreneurs. Eligible projects under this program are designed to ensure viable business ventures that contribute to job creation and regional economic development.

  • Feasibility study or other preparatory studies aimed at the creation of an enterprise.
  • Studies for the diversification and introduction of new products and services for existing businesses.
  • Startup or acquisition of a first legally constituted company by a young entrepreneur.
  • Training that is relevant and necessary for the new entrepreneur to successfully execute the project.

Eligibility

Who is eligible?

Eligible applicants for the Fonds nouveaux promoteurs (FNP) must be Canadian citizens or permanent residents of Quebec aged between 18 and 40 years old. Alternatively, if over 40, it must be their first business start-up or acquisition. They need to have relevant experience or training for their project, be the majority owner of the enterprise they are creating or acquiring, and commit to working full-time in the business. Furthermore, the intent should be to create full-time employment for the promoter or support a project that benefits the business landscape of the region.

Eligible expenses

The grant covers expenses that support the execution and development of eligible projects.

  • Professional fees, expertise fees, and other expenses for consultants or specialists required for feasibility studies or preparatory studies.
  • Expenses for the design and manufacturing of prototypes.
  • Capital expenditures such as land, buildings, equipment, machinery, rolling stock, incorporation fees, excluding goodwill expenses.
  • The acquisition of technologies, software, or any similar expenses.
  • Working capital needs related strictly to the business's activities calculated for the first year of operation.
  • Registration fees, cost of instructional materials, and other fees required for participation in approved training activities for the entrepreneur.

Eligible geographic areas

This grant is available to young entrepreneurs or first-time business acquirers residing in Québec as specified by the funding body, Développement Économique Bellechasse.

  • Applicants must be residents of Québec.

Additional information

Here are additional relevant details for this grant:

  • The financial contribution is interest-free or at zero percent interest rate.
  • The financial contribution is a medium-term credit, generally between 5 to 7 years, and is granted without personal or real guarantees.
  • A single financial assistance can be granted to a candidate or their business throughout the entire program duration.
  • Combined financial assistance from provincial and federal governments along with Développement Économique Bellechasse (DÉB) must not exceed fifty percent (50%) of eligible expenses.
  • A non-repayable aid is considered at 100% of its value, while a repayable aid is considered at 30%.

Frequently Asked Questions about the MRC Bellechasse — New promoter funds (FNP) Program

Here are answers to the most common questions about the MRC Bellechasse — New promoter funds (FNP). 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 Bellechasse — New promoter funds (FNP)?

The Fonds nouveaux promoteurs (FNP) offers financial contributions in the form of interest-free medium-term credits to support young Canadian entrepreneurs in Quebec with the start-up or acquisition of their first business, providing a maximum of $10,000 in funding for eligible activities such as feasibility studies, business creation, and entrepreneur training. The program aims to foster entrepreneurship by assisting projects that demonstrate viability, job creation, and financial necessity.

How much funding can be received?

MRC Bellechasse — New promoter funds (FNP) Funds up to 75% of admissible expenses, capped at $10,000 per project.

Who is eligible for the MRC Bellechasse — New promoter funds (FNP) program?

To be eligible for the MRC Bellechasse — New promoter funds (FNP) program, you must: The project must be based on a business plan covering the first two years of operation and demonstrate strong viability potential. The project must lead to the creation of at least two permanent jobs or the equivalent in person/year within two years of project commencement. The project must be partly financed by a contribution from the promoter, amounting to ten percent (10%) of eligible expenses. The project must have the support of a financial institution.

What expenses are eligible under MRC Bellechasse — New promoter funds (FNP)?

This grant focuses on promoting entrepreneurship by supporting business creation and expansion as well as offering training to new entrepreneurs. Eligible projects under this program are designed to ensure viable business ventures that contribute to job creation and regional economic development. Feasibility study or other preparatory studies aimed at the creation of an enterprise. Studies for the diversification and introduction of new products and services for existing businesses. Startup or acquisition of a first legally constituted company by a young entrepreneur. Training that is relevant and necessary for the new entrepreneur to successfully execute the project.

Who can I contact for more information about the MRC Bellechasse — New promoter funds (FNP)?

You can contact MRC de Bellechasse (MRC).

Where is the MRC Bellechasse — New promoter funds (FNP) available?

The MRC Bellechasse — New promoter funds (FNP) program is available Chaudière-Appalaches, Quebec.

Is the MRC Bellechasse — New promoter funds (FNP) a grant, loan, or tax credit?

MRC Bellechasse — New promoter funds (FNP) is a Loans and Capital investments

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