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MRC Les Etchemins — Business support policy
Non-repayable financial support for eligible business projects
Last Update: March 4, 2026
Funding available
$ 25,000
Timeline
- Open Date : January 1, 2023
Location
Chaudière-Appalaches, Quebec, Canada
Overview
The grant offers non-repayable contributions for private enterprises and social economy enterprises to support startup, succession, expansion, and pre-startup research projects, with a maximum funding of 25% of the project cost for private enterprises and up to $25,000 for nonprofit organizations. Eligible activities include the acquisition of capital and technology, consultancy fees, and project-related working capital.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Conduct research and development activities
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 25,000 $
- Up to 25% of project cost
Timeline
- Open Date : January 1, 2023
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Les Etchemins
- Chaudière-Appalaches
- Quebec
Legal structures
- Non-profit
- Public or Parapublic institution
- For-profit business
- Sole proprietorship
- Social economy enterprise
- Non-financial cooperative
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Startups
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Economic, Social and Community Development
- Employment and Training
Target groups
- Rural / Remote communities
- Business owners / entrepreneurs
Revenue structures
- Mixed revenue (50%+ earned)
Scope
- Regional
Next steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Starting a new business.
- Business succession or transfer.
- Business expansion projects.
- Pre-startup studies and research to validate a business idea.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Private businesses (sole proprietorships, corporations, general partnerships)
- Social economy enterprises with at least 20% self-generated revenue (non-profit organizations and cooperatives)
Eligible expenses
- Acquisition of capital assets, including purchases and construction related to the project.
- Acquisition of technology for business operations or project development.
- Consultant fees for specialized expertise or project support.
- Working capital expenses directly related to the project.
Eligible geographic areas
- Companies located within the MRC Les Etchemins region.
Additional information
- An application processing fee of $150 is required.
- Feasibility and pre-startup research projects have a maximum funding limit of $5,000, provided no other applicable programs exist.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the MRC Les Etchemins — Business support policy Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the MRC Les Etchemins — Business support policy. 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 Les Etchemins — Business support policy?
The grant offers non-repayable contributions for private enterprises and social economy enterprises to support startup, succession, expansion, and pre-startup research projects, with a maximum funding of 25% of the project cost for private enterprises and up to $25,000 for nonprofit organizations. Eligible activities include the acquisition of capital and technology, consultancy fees, and project-related working capital.
How much funding can be received?
MRC Les Etchemins — Business support policy Funds up to 25% of admissible expenses, capped at $25,000 per project.
Who is eligible for the MRC Les Etchemins — Business support policy program?
To be eligible for the MRC Les Etchemins — Business support policy program, you must:
Private businesses (sole proprietorship, corporation, or general partnership)
What expenses are eligible under MRC Les Etchemins — Business support policy?
Starting a new business.
Business succession or transfer.
Business expansion projects.
Pre-startup studies and research to validate a business idea.
Who can I contact for more information about the MRC Les Etchemins — Business support policy?
You can contact MRC des Etchemins by email at pogauthier@mrcetchemins.qc.ca.
Where is the MRC Les Etchemins — Business support policy available?
The MRC Les Etchemins — Business support policy program is available Chaudière-Appalaches, Quebec.
Is the MRC Les Etchemins — Business support policy a grant, loan, or tax credit?
MRC Les Etchemins — Business support policy is a Grant and Funding
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