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MRC La Haute-Côte-Nord — Business support (PSE)
Supports economic development in the Haute-Côte-Nord region
Last Update: March 4, 2026
Funding available
$ 50,000
Timeline
- Open continuously
Location
Côte-Nord, Quebec, Canada
Overview
The MRC La Haute-Côte-Nord Business Support Program (PSE) offers non-repayable contributions of up to $50,000 for projects enhancing the economic development of its regions, focusing on activities fostering innovation and local collaboration. Eligible activities include acquisition, construction, and project implementation costs, excluding retail and restaurant projects unless they provide essential local services.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Renovate or expand facilities
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 50,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Timeline
- Open continuously
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- La Haute-Côte-Nord
- Côte-Nord
- 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
- Rural or Northern Residents
- Startups
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Economic, Social and Community Development
Target groups
- Indigenous peoples
- Rural / Remote communities
- Business owners / entrepreneurs
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- Municipal
- Regional
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Projects related to the economic development of the MRC La Haute-Côte-Nord territory.
- Services offered within municipalities that do not compete with any similar existing services and are essential for economic diversification.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Companies with a valid address in Quebec
- Companies or promoters whose projects are located within the territory of the MRC La Haute-Côte-Nord
- Service providers offering essential services that support economic development and diversification within the community, provided they do not compete with similar services within a ten-kilometer radius.
Who is not eligible
- Projects in the retail or restaurant sectors, unless they provide a local service.
- Any expenditure supporting a retail or restaurant project not offering a local service.
Eligible expenses
- Costs of acquisition of movable and immovable property.
- Construction expenses.
- Expenses for project development or implementation.
Eligible geographic areas
- Sacré-Cœur
- Tadoussac
- Les Bergeronnes
- Les Escoumins
- Longue-Rive
- Portneuf-sur-Mer
- Forestville
- Colombier
- Communauté innue Essipit
Additional information
- The financial assistance granted is a non-refundable contribution.
- The financial aid cannot surpass $50,000, representing up to 50% of the project's total cost.
- The Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing (MAMH) may request an external sectoral opinion for projects costing $50,000 or more.
- No management fees will be charged to the promoter.
- Verification, registration, or professional fees are the responsibility of the promoter and are payable upon invoice receipt from the MRC.
- Promoters in default of payment to the MRC cannot receive financial assistance.
- If project activities are relocated outside the La Haute-Côte-Nord territory within five years, financial support will be annulled and may be subject to reimbursement.
Frequently Asked Questions about the MRC La Haute-Côte-Nord — Business support (PSE) Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the MRC La Haute-Côte-Nord — Business support (PSE). 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 La Haute-Côte-Nord — Business support (PSE)?
The MRC La Haute-Côte-Nord Business Support Program (PSE) offers non-repayable contributions of up to $50,000 for projects enhancing the economic development of its regions, focusing on activities fostering innovation and local collaboration. Eligible activities include acquisition, construction, and project implementation costs, excluding retail and restaurant projects unless they provide essential local services.
How much funding can be received?
MRC La Haute-Côte-Nord — Business support (PSE) Funds up to 50% of admissible expenses, capped at $50,000 per project.
Who is eligible for the MRC La Haute-Côte-Nord — Business support (PSE) program?
To be eligible for the MRC La Haute-Côte-Nord — Business support (PSE) program, you must:
The promoter and/or the business must have a valid address in Quebec.
The promoter must be 18 years old or more.
The project must be located within the territory of the MRC La Haute-Côte-Nord.
What expenses are eligible under MRC La Haute-Côte-Nord — Business support (PSE)?
Projects related to the economic development of the MRC La Haute-Côte-Nord territory.
Services offered within municipalities that do not compete with any similar existing services and are essential for economic diversification.
Where is the MRC La Haute-Côte-Nord — Business support (PSE) available?
The MRC La Haute-Côte-Nord — Business support (PSE) program is available Côte-Nord, Quebec.
Is the MRC La Haute-Côte-Nord — Business support (PSE) a grant, loan, or tax credit?
MRC La Haute-Côte-Nord — Business support (PSE) is a Grant and Funding
Who are the financial supporters of the MRC La Haute-Côte-Nord — Business support (PSE)?
MRC La Haute-Côte-Nord — Business support (PSE) is funded by MRC La Haute-Côte-Nord