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MRC L'Érable — FLI - Social economy development
Financing for social economy projects serving community needs
Last Update: April 9, 2026
Funding available
$ 25,000
Timeline
- Open continuously
Location
Centre-du-Québec, Quebec, Canada
Overview
This local investment fund supports social economy projects that meet a community need. It offers financing of up to $25,000 for eligible non-profit organizations and cooperatives, including start-up and expansion projects.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Increase production or service capacity
- Start a business
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 25,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Timeline
- Open continuously
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Health care and social assistance
- Other services (except public administration)
- Public administration
Location
- L’Érable
- Centre-du-Québec
- Quebec
Legal structures
- Non-profit
- Public or Parapublic institution
- Non-financial cooperative
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Persons with Disabilities
- Rural or Northern Residents
- Youth (<40)
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Social Services
- Economic, Social and Community Development
Target groups
- General public
- Rural / Remote communities
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- Regional
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Start-up projects in the social economy.
- Expansion projects in the social economy.
Documents Needed
- Business plan
- Three-year financial forecasts
- Any other documents requested by Développement économique de L'Érable
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Incorporated non-profit organizations
- Cooperatives
Eligible geographic areas
- MRC de L'Érable, Quebec
Selection criteria
- Social purpose of the project.
- Response to a community-identified social need.
- At least 20% self-generated revenue.
Additional information
- Développement économique de L'Érable may change the program without prior notice.
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Frequently Asked Questions about the MRC L'Érable — FLI - Social economy development Program
What is the MRC L'Érable — FLI - Social economy development?
This local investment fund supports social economy projects that meet a community need. It offers financing of up to $25,000 for eligible non-profit organizations and cooperatives, including start-up and expansion projects.
How much funding can be received?
MRC L'Érable — FLI - Social economy development Funds up to 50% of admissible expenses, capped at $25,000 per project.
Who is eligible for the MRC L'Érable — FLI - Social economy development program?
To be eligible for the MRC L'Érable — FLI - Social economy development program, you must:
Incorporated non-profit organizations or cooperatives.
Project with a social purpose.
Meets a community-defined need.
What expenses are eligible under MRC L'Érable — FLI - Social economy development?
Start-up projects in the social economy.
Expansion projects in the social economy.
Where is the MRC L'Érable — FLI - Social economy development available?
The MRC L'Érable — FLI - Social economy development program is available Centre-du-Québec, Quebec.
Is the MRC L'Érable — FLI - Social economy development a grant, loan, or tax credit?
MRC L'Érable — FLI - Social economy development is a Loans and Capital investments
Who are the financial supporters of the MRC L'Érable — FLI - Social economy development?
MRC L'Érable — FLI - Social economy development is funded by MRC L'Érable (MRC)