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MRC des Chenaux — Young Promoters Fund
Funding for young entrepreneurs and business succession
Last Update: April 9, 2026
Funding available
$ 11,000
Timeline
- Open Date : November 23, 2021
Location
Mauricie, Quebec, Canada
Overview
This program provides non-repayable funding of up to $11,000 for young entrepreneurs in the MRC des Chenaux. It supports business creation, entrepreneur training, and business succession projects.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Complete an acquisition or business transfer
- Develop workforce skills
- Start a business
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 11,000 $
Timeline
- Open Date : November 23, 2021
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Manufacturing
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Accommodation and food services
- Other services (except public administration)
- Public administration
Location
- Des Chenaux
- Mauricie
- Quebec
Legal structures
- For-profit business
- Sole proprietorship
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Newcomers to Canada
- Canadians
- Youth (<40)
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Creation of a first or second business.
- Entrepreneur training linked to the business project.
- Succession or acquisition of an existing business.
Documents Needed
- Completed MRC des Chenaux subsidy application form
- Complete business plan
- Project presentation to the investment committee
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Young entrepreneurs.
- Individuals creating a first or second business.
- Individuals pursuing business succession.
Who is not eligible
- Businesses in retail or personal services, except for listed exceptions.
- Businesses in tobacco, vaping, or cannabis.
- Businesses with sexual, religious, political, or other controversial activities.
- Professionally regulated service businesses.
- Speculative or temporary businesses.
Eligible expenses
- Capital expenses such as land, building, equipment, machinery, vehicles, and incorporation fees.
- Technology, software, licenses, manufacturing agreements, and patents.
- Working capital for the first year of operations.
- Training fees, learning materials, and related participation costs.
- Share acquisition costs and directly related professional fees for business succession.
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Costs incurred before the MRC receives the official application.
- Operating costs of an organization.
- Debt service and repayment of existing or future loans.
- Projects already completed.
Eligible geographic areas
- MRC des Chenaux
Processing and Agreement
- The MRC des Chenaux manages the program and reviews submitted projects.
- Eligible projects are presented to the investment committee.
- Approved projects are covered by an agreement between the MRC and the promoter(s).
- Projects with major changes must be resubmitted for eligibility validation.
Additional information
- Approved projects require a memorandum of understanding with the MRC des Chenaux.
- The investment committee is made up of five people appointed by the MRC.
- Projects with major changes must be resubmitted to the committee for eligibility review.
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Frequently Asked Questions about the MRC des Chenaux — Young Promoters Fund Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the MRC des Chenaux — Young Promoters Fund. 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 Chenaux — Young Promoters Fund?
This program provides non-repayable funding of up to $11,000 for young entrepreneurs in the MRC des Chenaux. It supports business creation, entrepreneur training, and business succession projects.
How much funding can be received?
MRC des Chenaux — Young Promoters Fund Funds up to $11,000 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the MRC des Chenaux — Young Promoters Fund program?
To be eligible for the MRC des Chenaux — Young Promoters Fund program, you must:
Age 18 to 39.
Quebec permanent resident.
Full-time involvement in the business.
What expenses are eligible under MRC des Chenaux — Young Promoters Fund?
Creation of a first or second business.
Entrepreneur training linked to the business project.
Succession or acquisition of an existing business.
Who can I contact for more information about the MRC des Chenaux — Young Promoters Fund?
You can contact MRC des Chenaux by email at none or by phone at none.
Where is the MRC des Chenaux — Young Promoters Fund available?
The MRC des Chenaux — Young Promoters Fund program is available Mauricie, Quebec.
Is the MRC des Chenaux — Young Promoters Fund a grant, loan, or tax credit?
MRC des Chenaux — Young Promoters Fund is a Grant and Funding