MRC Les Etchemins — Business support policy
grant_single|update January 24, 2025
QC, Canada
Non-repayable financial support for eligible business projects
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- grant_single|openingDate February 15, 2023
- grant_single|closingDate June 1, 2023
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Grant and Funding
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- MRC des Etchemins
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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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This grant provides non-repayable financial contributions designed to support businesses in various stages of development, enhancing their operational capabilities. The funding modalities are specifically structured to accommodate distinct project needs and ensure strategic financial support.
- Non-repayable contributions available for eligible projects.
- Application submission fee of 150 CAD.
- Maximum funding of 25% of the project cost for private enterprises.
- Maximum funding of 50% of the project cost, up to 25,000 CAD per project, for non-profit organizations.
- Financial support covers eligible expenses such as acquisition of capital assets and technology, consultancy fees, and project-specific working capital.
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This grant supports business initiatives in the MRC Les Etchemins region, encouraging activities that drive economic growth and innovation. Eligible projects encompass various stages of business development, research, and expansion efforts.
- Start-up initiatives for new businesses.
- Business succession planning and execution.
- Expansion projects to scale existing businesses.
- Feasibility studies and pre-startup research to validate business ideas.
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Eligibility for this grant is determined by the type and nature of the business entity applying.
- The applicant must be a private enterprise, which can be a sole proprietorship, a company, or a general partnership.
- The applicant can also be a social economy enterprise, which must have at least 20% of its income generated autonomously, such as a non-profit organization or a cooperative.
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Entreprises privées (entreprise individuelle, compagnie et société en nom collectif) et entreprises d'économie sociale ayant au moins 20% de revenus autonomes (organisme sans but lucratif et coopérative) sont éligibles pour postuler à cette subvention.
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The grant covers specific expenses directly associated with the acquisition and operational needs of the project.
- Acquisition (purchase and construction) of capital assets and technology.
- Consulting fees.
- Working capital related to the project.
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- Step 1: Verify Eligibility
- Ensure your organization meets the criteria for private businesses or social economy enterprises with at least 20% autonomous income.
- Confirm that your project type (startup, succession, expansion, or pre-startup study) is eligible.
- Step 2: Prepare Application Documents
- Gather documentation related to project costs, including estimates for acquisition, consultancy fees, and required working capital.
- Draft a detailed proposal outlining your project’s objectives, timeline, and potential impact.
- Step 3: Calculate Financial Needs
- Estimate the total cost of your project and determine the funding amount based on eligibility (up to 25% for private companies and up to 50% for non-profits, with a maximum of $25,000).
- Step 4: Prepare Application Fee
- Prepare to pay the $150 application processing fee.
- Step 5: Submit Application
- Complete the application form provided by the funding body.
- Include all supporting documents and proof of payment of the application fee.
- Submit the entire package through the method specified by the funding provider.
- Step 6: Await Confirmation
- Wait for the confirmation of receipt from the funding body.
- Keep a record of your application number for future reference.
- Step 7: Follow Up
- If needed, contact the program representative at pogauthier@mrcetchemins.qc.ca for further information regarding the status of your application.
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The following details provide additional context for this grant:
- A $150 fee applies for filing the application.
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pogauthier@mrcetchemins.qc.ca