MRC Marguerite-D'Youville — Business Support Fund – Stream 1

Q: What is the deadline to apply?

The deadline to apply is not specified.

Q: Who can I contact for more information about the MRC Marguerite-D'Youville — Business Support Fund – Stream 1?

You can contact MRC de Marguerite-D'Youville by email at dev.econo@margueritedyouville.ca.

Q: Where is the MRC Marguerite-D'Youville — Business Support Fund – Stream 1 available?

The MRC Marguerite-D'Youville — Business Support Fund – Stream 1 program is available the province of QC.

Q: Are startups eligible for the MRC Marguerite-D'Youville — Business Support Fund – Stream 1 program?

Yes, startups are eligible to apply for the MRC Marguerite-D'Youville — Business Support Fund – Stream 1 program.

Last Update: July 22, 2025

QC, Canada

Support fund for startup business development in Quebec

At a glance

Eligible Funding

Max. $6,000
Up to 10% of project cost

Timeline

Unspecified

Financing Type

Grant and Funding

Eligible Industries

All industries

Funds Providers

Unspecified

Program status

Open

Overview

The MRC Marguerite-D'Youville Business Support Fund – Stream 1 provides up to $6,000 to support start-up businesses transitioning from commercialization to reaching profitability. Eligible activities include acquisition of equipment or technology and relevant expenditures not already covered by other government programs.

Financing terms and conditions

This grant provides financial support to start-up businesses by covering specific project expenses to facilitate growth and sustainability.

The maximum funding available is $6,000, which corresponds to 10% of the total project cost.
Eligible expenses include the acquisition of equipment, technology, and working capital deemed pertinent by the MRC.
Funding is limited to expenses not covered by other government programs.
Excluded expenses encompass pre-application expenses, loan repayments, research and development costs, and sales taxes.

Activities funded

This grant supports the start-up phase initiatives for for-profit enterprises that are scaling from commercialization to profitability. The eligible activities focus on supporting equipment acquisition, relevant operational expenditures, and working capital.

Acquisition of equipment necessary for operations.
Expenditure on relevant technology that supports business growth.
Operational expenses approved by the MRC.
Allocation of funds towards working capital.
Expenditures not covered by other government programs.

Examples of admissible projects:

$ 75,000

Expanding urban agriculture operations for community resilience

Eligibility

Eligibility for this grant is determined by several specific criteria related to the business's stage and sector.

The business must be in the phase of starting between beginning commercial operations and reaching the break-even point.
Pre-startup companies that have not reached commercialization or generated sales revenue are ineligible.
The business cannot belong to the retail, restaurant, or overly competitive sectors.
Businesses must be able to show project viability through contractual agreements or confirmed orders in competitive sectors.
The business can only be eligible for this fund once.

Who is eligible?

This grant is specifically designed to support for-profit businesses in their startup phase, particularly during the transition from commercialization to achieving break-even. Companies must have commenced marketing their products or services and reached the point of generating sales revenues to be considered eligible. Furthermore, the enterprises in competitive sectors are required to clearly demonstrate the viability of their projects through securing contracts or obtaining firm orders. However, certain sectors such as retail, restaurants, and highly competitive areas are excluded from eligibility.

Who is not eligible

This grant excludes specific companies and industries based on their operational status and the nature of their main activities. These exclusions aim to allocate resources towards businesses with substantial growth potential.

Pre-startup companies that have not reached commercialization or generated sales revenue.
Companies in the retail sector.
Businesses in the restaurant industry.
Enterprises operating in highly competitive sectors without demonstrating project viability through contracts or firm orders.
Projects involving domains considered overly competitive.

Eligible expenses

Eligible expenses for this grant focus on supporting the initial stages of a business, excluding certain non-qualifying costs.

Acquisition of equipment or technology.
Any expenses deemed pertinent by the MRC, excluding accompaniment expenses.
Working capital.

Eligible geographic areas

Eligible companies are those located within the administrative boundaries of the MRC de Marguerite-D'Youville. This region focuses on supporting local businesses to achieve early-stage development success.

Companies operating within the MRC de Marguerite-D'Youville.

How to apply

Collection of information

Fill out the application form with the applicant's name, phone number, and email address.
Complete the information about the company, including the name, operating address, and legal form.
Verify the personal information of the shareholders and their voting share percentages.

Project Identification

Indicate the requested amount, the down payment, other government assistance, and financial partners.
Describe the needs and planned expenses related to the requested grant.

Gather the required documents

Prepare the financial forecasts and the projected cash budget.
Provide the personal balance sheets of the shareholders and the business project summary.
Attach the annual and interim financial statements, as well as the accounts receivable and payable statements.
Obtain the usage authorization certificate from the municipality if necessary.
Include the list of ongoing and upcoming contracts.
Provide the necessary permits and proof of funding.

Submission of the request

Send the completed application form and required documents by email to dev.econo@margueritedyouville.ca.

Contacts

dev.econo@margueritedyouville.ca

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Frequently Asked Questions about the MRC Marguerite-D'Youville — Business Support Fund – Stream 1 Program

Here are answers to the most common questions about the MRC Marguerite-D'Youville — Business Support Fund – Stream 1. 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 Marguerite-D'Youville — Business Support Fund – Stream 1?

How much funding can be received?

What is the deadline to apply?

Is the MRC Marguerite-D'Youville — Business Support Fund – Stream 1 a grant, loan, or tax credit?

Who are the financial supporters of the MRC Marguerite-D'Youville — Business Support Fund – Stream 1?

Who is eligible for the MRC Marguerite-D'Youville — Business Support Fund – Stream 1 program?

To be eligible for the MRC Marguerite-D'Youville — Business Support Fund – Stream 1 program, you must: The business must be in the startup phase, between the beginning of commercialization and reaching the break-even point. The business must not be in the pre-startup phase or in sectors such as retail, dining, or overly competitive industries. The business can only be eligible once for this funding stream.