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MRC De la Côte-de-Gaspé - Investment support fund

Funding for business investment projects

Offered by
MRC de La Côte-de-Gaspé

Record updated

Funding available
$ 15,000
Up to 20% of project cost
Deadline
Open continuously
Location
Quebec, Canada
Who can apply
Private businesses
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Overview

This program provides non-repayable funding of up to 20% of eligible costs, to a maximum of $10,000 per project. It supports mature businesses in the MRC of La Côte-de-Gaspé with investment projects involving fixed assets and specialized equipment.

At a glance

Funding available

Maximum funding
$15,000
Maximum share of project costs
20%
Financing goals
  • Increase performance through digital transformation
  • Improve governance or administrative structure
  • Increase production or service capacity
  • Develop a new product or service
  • Develop an online presence
  • Increase operational productivity
  • Complete an acquisition or business transfer
  • Conduct research and development activities
  • Strengthen organizational capacity
  • Access new markets
  • Start a business
  • Launch or market a product/service

Eligible candidates

Location
  • La Côte-de-Gaspé
  • Gaspésie–Îles-de-la-Madeleine
  • Quebec
Eligible Industries
All industries
Annual revenue
All revenue ranges
Organisation size
All organization sizes
Audience
  • Rural or Northern Residents
Legal structures
For-profit business

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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

Latest changes

New intercultural meetings fund added

The funding page now includes a new intercultural meetings fund for nonprofit organizations in the MRC of La Côte-de-Gaspé, along with a new program document.

See more

The funding page now includes a new Fonds de soutien aux rencontres interculturelles. It is aimed at nonprofit organizations in the MRC of La Côte-de-Gaspé for activities that foster intercultural understanding, and the page now points to a new program document for this fund. The previous notice saying the financial support policies were under review has been removed, and the application guidance still directs applicants to contact the team and complete the financial assistance form.

Official source: cotedegaspe.ca
August 14, 2026

Eligibility

Who is eligible?

  • Private businesses

Who is not eligible

  • Cooperatives
  • Financial cooperatives
  • Restaurants
  • Retail businesses
  • Inns
  • Bars and arcades
  • Residential or commercial rental buildings, except tourism-related uses
  • Sexual, religious, political, or controversial projects

Eligible expenses

  • Land, buildings, equipment, machinery, and non-motorized rolling stock
  • Acquisition or construction of fixed assets
  • Purchase of specialized equipment that improves productivity

Ineligible Costs and Activities

  • Expenses linked to personal use, such as non-specialized vehicles
  • Second phase of a similar project within 2 years
  • Projects already completed before the application is received

Eligible geographic areas

  • MRC of La Côte-de-Gaspé

Activities funded

  • Investment in business fixed assets
  • Investment in specialized equipment

How to apply

  • Step 1: Review the business support policy and confirm eligibility
    • Consult the investment policy for the fund.
  • Step 2: Contact the MRC team
    • Speak with a member of the development team to validate the project.
  • Step 3: Complete the application form
    • Fill out the financial assistance request form.
  • Step 4: Submit the application
    • Send the completed application to the MRC for review.

Documents Needed

  • Application form
  • Relevant investment policy or program reference document
  • Supporting project information for review

Selection criteria

  • Availability of program credits
  • Fit between the project and the fund criteria
  • Expected financial impact of the project

Processing and Agreement

  • Applications are reviewed by the MRC and approved by the investment committee, unless the amount is $2,500 or less.
  • The general management may approve requests of $2,500 or less.
  • Approved projects are subject to an agreement between the MRC and the applicant.
  • The agreement sets out the payment conditions and the obligations of both parties.

Additional information

  • The policy is currently under review.
  • Applicants are strongly encouraged to contact the MRC team to confirm project eligibility.
  • Applications are subject to available funding.
  • Approved projects require an agreement with the MRC.
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Frequently Asked Questions about the MRC De la Côte-de-Gaspé - Investment support fund Program

What is the MRC De la Côte-de-Gaspé - Investment support fund?

This program provides non-repayable funding of up to 20% of eligible costs, to a maximum of $10,000 per project. It supports mature businesses in the MRC of La Côte-de-Gaspé with investment projects involving fixed assets and specialized equipment.

How much funding can be received?

MRC De la Côte-de-Gaspé - Investment support fund Funds up to 20% of admissible expenses, capped at $15,000 per project.

What is the deadline to apply?

The program is accepting continuous intake

Who is eligible for the MRC De la Côte-de-Gaspé - Investment support fund program?

To be eligible for the MRC De la Côte-de-Gaspé - Investment support fund program, you must: Private business only Located in the MRC of La Côte-de-Gaspé Operating for at least 2 years

What expenses are eligible under MRC De la Côte-de-Gaspé - Investment support fund?

Land, buildings, equipment, machinery, and non-motorized rolling stock Acquisition or construction of fixed assets Purchase of specialized equipment that improves productivity

Who can I contact for more information about the MRC De la Côte-de-Gaspé - Investment support fund?

You can contact MRC de La Côte-de-Gaspé.

Where is the MRC De la Côte-de-Gaspé - Investment support fund available?

The MRC De la Côte-de-Gaspé - Investment support fund program is available Gaspésie–Îles-de-la-Madeleine, Quebec.