Open
Last Update: April 10, 2026
Funding available
$ 15,000
Timeline
- Open continuously
Location
Nord-du-Québec, Quebec, Canada
Overview
Non-repayable funding supports business start-up, acquisition, expansion, consolidation and digital transition. It helps create and maintain jobs through projects that strengthen entrepreneurship in the MRC of Caniapiscau.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase performance through digital transformation
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Develop a new program or service
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 15,000 $
- Up to 80% of project cost
Timeline
- Open continuously
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction
- Manufacturing
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Accommodation and food services
- Other services (except public administration)
- Public administration
Location
- Caniapiscau
- Nord-du-Québec
- Quebec
Legal structures
- For-profit business
- Social economy enterprise
- Sole proprietorship
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Startups
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Business start-up.
- Business acquisition or succession.
- Expansion, diversification and business continuity.
- Business consolidation and recovery.
- Digital transition, innovation, coaching and training.
Documents Needed
- Business plan or executive summary.
- Completed MRC funding application form.
- Signed personal statement.
- Three-year financial forecasts.
- Recent financial statements and, for acquisition or expansion, a sales offer or partner support letter.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Legally incorporated private businesses.
- Recognized social economy enterprises.
- Start-ups, acquisitions, expansion, consolidation and digital projects.
Who is not eligible
- Private financial sector businesses.
- Financial cooperatives.
- Businesses listed in the Register of Enterprises Ineligible for Public Contracts.
- Businesses in default on prior government or public funding obligations.
Eligible expenses
- Capital costs such as land, buildings, equipment, machinery and rolling stock.
- Incorporation fees and similar start-up costs.
- Technology acquisitions, software and licenses.
- Working capital for the first year of operations.
- Professional fees directly related to acquisition, valuation, training or support projects.
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Operating costs of an organization.
- Debt service and loan repayments.
- Refunding future loans.
- Projects already completed before approval.
- Goodwill-related expenses.
Eligible geographic areas
- MRC of Caniapiscau
Processing and Agreement
- Application is reviewed by the assigned advisor.
- Advisor submits a recommendation to the general manager.
- The project is approved by the MRC council.
- Approved projects require a funding agreement.
- Payments are made against supporting documents or invoices, depending on the stream.
Additional information
- The MRC may request any other document deemed necessary for review.
- A project may be examined on a case-by-case basis.
- The client file is kept open for 60 days.
- Funding agreements are required for approved projects.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the MRC Caniapiscau — FDE Program
What is the MRC Caniapiscau — FDE?
Non-repayable funding supports business start-up, acquisition, expansion, consolidation and digital transition. It helps create and maintain jobs through projects that strengthen entrepreneurship in the MRC of Caniapiscau.
How much funding can be received?
MRC Caniapiscau — FDE Funds up to 80% of admissible expenses, capped at $15,000 per project.
Who is eligible for the MRC Caniapiscau — FDE program?
To be eligible for the MRC Caniapiscau — FDE program, you must:
Legally incorporated business.
Located in MRC de Caniapiscau.
Job creation or retention.
What expenses are eligible under MRC Caniapiscau — FDE?
Business start-up.
Business acquisition or succession.
Expansion, diversification and business continuity.
Business consolidation and recovery.
Digital transition, innovation, coaching and training.
Who can I contact for more information about the MRC Caniapiscau — FDE?
You can contact MRC de Caniapiscau (MRC) by email at cpaquet@caniapiscau.ca or by phone at (418) 287-5339.
Where is the MRC Caniapiscau — FDE available?
The MRC Caniapiscau — FDE program is available Nord-du-Québec, Quebec.
Is the MRC Caniapiscau — FDE a grant, loan, or tax credit?
MRC Caniapiscau — FDE is a Other Support