MRC Marguerite-D'Youville — Business Support Fund – Stream 2

Q: What is the deadline to apply?

The program is accepting continuous intake

Q: Who can I contact for more information about the MRC Marguerite-D'Youville — Business Support Fund – Stream 2?

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 2 available?

The MRC Marguerite-D'Youville — Business Support Fund – Stream 2 program is available the province of QC.

Q: Are startups eligible for the MRC Marguerite-D'Youville — Business Support Fund – Stream 2 program?

Yes, startups are eligible to apply for the MRC Marguerite-D'Youville — Business Support Fund – Stream 2 program.

Last Update: July 22, 2025

QC, Canada

Supports social economy projects for non-profit organizations

At a glance

Eligible Funding

Max. $10,000
Up to 20% of project cost

Timeline

Unspecified

Financing Type

Grant and Funding

Eligible Industries

Health care and social assistance
Other services (except public administration)
Public administration

Funds Providers

Unspecified

Program status

Open

Overview

The MRC Marguerite-D'Youville Business Support Fund – Stream 2 offers funding up to $10,000 to support social economy non-profit organizations in their startup phase or when launching new projects. Eligible activities include the acquisition of equipment or technology, relevant operational expenses deemed appropriate by the MRC, and working capital.

Financing terms and conditions

This grant offers targeted financial assistance to foster the development of social economy initiatives. The funding is specifically structured to support new or expanding projects within eligible organizations.

The grant covers up to 20% of the total project cost, with a maximum of $10,000.
Eligible expenses include equipment or technology acquisitions, working capital, and other relevant expenditures approved by the MRC.
Funding is provided for expenses not already covered by other government programs.
Ineligible expenses consist of pre-application costs, debt repayments, R&D expenses, and sales taxes.

Activities funded

Acquisition of equipment or technology for nonprofit organizations.
Start-up phase support for nonprofit social economy initiatives.
Implementation of socially beneficial projects within existing organizations.

Examples of admissible projects:

$ 50,000

Launching an indigenous cultural heritage website

$ 18,000

Creating a community urban garden project

$ 100,000

Establishing a virtual reality art gallery

$ 120,000

Developing an AI-driven recycling program

$ 40,000

Developing a small business training program

$ 115,000

Implementing green energy solutions in public schools

Eligibility

Eligibility for this grant is determined by specific requirements pertaining to the type of organization and the nature of the project.

The applicant must be a social economy non-profit organization.
The project should either be in the start-up phase or represent the realization of a new initiative within an existing organization.
Projects must not be socio-community, cultural, event-based, or from highly competitive sectors such as retail and catering.
The organization must be capable of self-financing at least 20% of its activities through the production of socially beneficial goods and services.
Eligible expenses include acquiring equipment or technology and must not be already covered by other government programs.

Who is eligible?

This grant is specifically designed for non-profit social economy organizations situated within the MRC de Marguerite-D'Youville that are either in the startup phase or aiming to realize a new project within an existing entity. However, certain exclusions apply, such as socio-community and cultural organizations, as well as one-time or event-driven projects. Furthermore, sectors with high competition, like retail trade and restaurant industries, are not eligible to apply. Eligible entities must also contribute to socially beneficial goods and services and be able to self-finance at 20%.

Who is not eligible

This grant excludes certain companies and industries based on their sector and market competition levels. Restrictions are in place to focus support on sustainable and non-competitive sectors.

Organisms or projects in the retail sector.
Businesses involved in the restaurant industry.
Entities operating within overly competitive market domains.
Socio-community and cultural organizations and projects.
One-time or event-type projects.

Eligible expenses

The eligible expenses for the MRC Marguerite-D'Youville Business Support Fund include specific costs necessary for initiating or advancing social economy projects.

Acquisition of equipment or technology relevant to the project.
Any expense deemed pertinent by the MRC, excluding accompaniment expenses.
Working capital requirements.

How to apply

Preparation of the required documents

Prepare the financial forecasts and the projected cash budget.
Draft a business project summary.
Compile the annual and interim financial statements, as well as the accounts receivable and payable if applicable.
Obtain the usage authorization certificate from the municipality if necessary.
Verify the required permits (MAPAQ, etc.).
Prepare a specimen check.
List current and upcoming contracts.
Provide proof of equity and other sources of funding obtained.
Obtain a copy of the lease if the premises are rented.
Include any other documents that may be deemed relevant by the MRC.

Filling out the application form

Fill out the grant application form, including all required information.
Check the accuracy and completeness of the information provided.

Transmission of the request

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

Declaration and consents

Signatories must certify that the information provided is complete and true.
Consent to the communication of personal information necessary for the establishment or verification of the record.
Authorize the SDE to communicate the support obtained if the application is accepted.

Additional information

Here are additional relevant details for this grant:

The grant amount is capped at 20% of the total project cost with a maximum of $10,000.
The grant supports non-profit social economy organizations in the startup phase or those realizing a new project.
Non-profit organizations must self-finance at least 20% of the project.
Funds cannot be used for expenses incurred before the application, debt repayment, R&D expenses, or sales taxes.
The application form and accompanying documents must be submitted to the provided email: 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 2 Program

Here are answers to the most common questions about the MRC Marguerite-D'Youville — Business Support Fund – Stream 2. 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 2?

How much funding can be received?

What expenses are eligible under MRC Marguerite-D'Youville — Business Support Fund – Stream 2?

This grant supports nonprofit organizations in the social economy sector during their startup phase or when launching a new project within an existing organization. The eligible activities focus on economically and socially beneficial projects. Acquisition of equipment or technology for nonprofit organizations. Start-up phase support for nonprofit social economy initiatives. Implementation of socially beneficial projects within existing organizations.

What is the deadline to apply?

Is the MRC Marguerite-D'Youville — Business Support Fund – Stream 2 a grant, loan, or tax credit?

Who are the financial supporters of the MRC Marguerite-D'Youville — Business Support Fund – Stream 2?

Who is eligible for the MRC Marguerite-D'Youville — Business Support Fund – Stream 2 program?

To be eligible for the MRC Marguerite-D'Youville — Business Support Fund – Stream 2 program, you must: The organization must be a social economy non-profit in the start-up phase or developing a new project within an existing organization. The organization must self-finance at least 20% of the project costs. Organizations in retail trade, restaurants, too competitive areas, or socio-communal and cultural projects are not eligible.