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MRC des Appalaches - Economic Diversification Fund (FDE)

Supports economic diversification and business development in the region
MRC des Appalaches
Last Update: March 4, 2026
Funding available
$ 150,000
Timeline
  • Open Date : May 2, 2018
  • Closing date : March 31, 2022
Location
Chaudière-Appalaches, Quebec, Canada

Overview

The MRC des Appalaches Economic Diversification Fund (FDE) provides up to $26.4 million in financial support to foster economic growth and diversification within the region. This government program targets eligible projects such as business development, innovation, and private investment initiatives aimed at generating positive socio-economic impacts.
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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 product or service
Eligible Funding
  • Maximum amount : 150,000 $
Timeline
  • Open Date : May 2, 2018
  • Closing date : March 31, 2022

Eligible candidates

Eligible Industries
  • All industries
Location
  • Chaudière-Appalaches
  • Quebec
Legal structures
  • For-profit business
Annual revenue
  • All revenue ranges
Organisation size
  • All organization sizes
Audience
  • Rural or Northern Residents
  • Startups

Next steps

1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility

Activities funded

  • Economic diversification initiatives within the MRC des Appalaches that align with government strategies and action plans.
  • Business development projects contributing to increased sales and economic impacts for local companies.
  • Projects supporting the creation and safeguarding of jobs in the region.
  • Initiatives that leverage both public and private investments to generate socioeconomic benefits.

Eligibility

Who is eligible?

  • Companies located in the MRC des Appalaches

Eligible geographic areas

  • MRC des Appalaches

Additional information

  • The fund evaluation highlights a high level of client satisfaction, with a reported 100% satisfaction rate among beneficiaries.
  • The evaluation found that the fund was coherent with other government strategies and action plans, without overlapping other interventions.
  • The program emphasizes ongoing improvement, with recommendations for enhanced governance and reporting mechanisms.
  • The evaluation noted positive socio-economic impacts, including job creation and wealth generation for supported projects.

Contacts

evaluation@economie.gouv.qc.ca

Frequently Asked Questions about the MRC des Appalaches - Economic Diversification Fund (FDE) Program

Here are answers to the most common questions about the MRC des Appalaches - Economic Diversification Fund (FDE). 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 des Appalaches - Economic Diversification Fund (FDE)?

The MRC des Appalaches Economic Diversification Fund (FDE) provides up to $26.4 million in financial support to foster economic growth and diversification within the region. This government program targets eligible projects such as business development, innovation, and private investment initiatives aimed at generating positive socio-economic impacts.

How much funding can be received?

MRC des Appalaches - Economic Diversification Fund (FDE) Funds up to $150,000 of admissible expenses.

What is the deadline to apply?

The application deadline for this grant program was March 31, 2022.

Who is eligible for the MRC des Appalaches - Economic Diversification Fund (FDE) program?

To be eligible for the MRC des Appalaches - Economic Diversification Fund (FDE) program, you must: Business must be located within the MRC des Appalaches Projects must align with the objectives of the Economic Diversification Fund Private investment in projects is preferred

What expenses are eligible under MRC des Appalaches - Economic Diversification Fund (FDE)?

Economic diversification initiatives within the MRC des Appalaches that align with government strategies and action plans. Business development projects contributing to increased sales and economic impacts for local companies. Projects supporting the creation and safeguarding of jobs in the region. Initiatives that leverage both public and private investments to generate socioeconomic benefits.

Who can I contact for more information about the MRC des Appalaches - Economic Diversification Fund (FDE)?

You can contact MRC des Appalaches by email at evaluation@economie.gouv.qc.ca.

Where is the MRC des Appalaches - Economic Diversification Fund (FDE) available?

The MRC des Appalaches - Economic Diversification Fund (FDE) program is available Chaudière-Appalaches, Quebec.

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