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MRC Marguerite-D'Youville — Business Support Fund – Stream 4
Non-repayable support for MRC-linked business projects
Last Update: April 9, 2026
Funding available
$ 1,000 - $ 10,000
Timeline
- Open continuously
Location
Montérégie, Quebec, Canada
Overview
This program offers up to $10,000 in non-repayable support for projects linked to an MRC loan. It supports initiatives in digital transformation, sustainability, innovation, business transfer or acquisition, export, and productivity improvement.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase performance through digital transformation
- Increase production or service capacity
- Implement environmental initiatives
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 10,000 $
- Minimum amount : 1,000 $
- Up to 10% of project cost
Timeline
- Open continuously
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Marguerite-D’Youville
- Montérégie
- Quebec
Legal structures
- For-profit business
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- 5 employees minimum
Audience
- Canadians
- Startups
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Digital transformation projects
- Sustainability projects
- Innovation projects
- Business transfer or acquisition projects
- Export and productivity improvement projects
Documents Needed
- Application form and project summary
- Monthly cash flow budget
- Personal balance sheets of shareholders
- Recent financial statements and interim statements
- Supporting quotes and proof of other financing sources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Private for-profit businesses
- Collective enterprises with market activities
- Businesses seeking MRC financing for a priority project
Who is not eligible
- Retail businesses
- Restaurants
- Projects in highly competitive sectors
Eligible expenses
- Equipment and technology purchases
- Working capital directly tied to the project
- Professional fees directly linked to business transfer or acquisition
- Other expenses deemed relevant by the MRC, excluding support costs
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Expenses incurred before the application is submitted
- Loan repayment and debt servicing
- Research and development costs
- Sales taxes
- Retail, restaurant, and highly competitive projects
Eligible geographic areas
- MRC of Marguerite-D'Youville
- Calixa-Lavallée
- Contrecoeur
- Saint-Amable
- Sainte-Julie
- Varennes
- Verchères
Processing and Agreement
- Initial review by the MRC economic development team.
- Submission to the investment committee for the V-4 stream.
- Recommendation and MRC council resolution.
- Funding agreement signed before disbursement.
- Payment made once all conditions are met and the linked loan is disbursed.
Additional information
- The aid is non-repayable.
- The project must fit one of the MRC priority intervention areas.
- The aid may be repaid proportionally if the linked MRC loan is repaid early.
- The funding agreement lasts two years.
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Frequently Asked Questions about the MRC Marguerite-D'Youville — Business Support Fund – Stream 4 Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the MRC Marguerite-D'Youville — Business Support Fund – Stream 4. 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 4?
This program offers up to $10,000 in non-repayable support for projects linked to an MRC loan. It supports initiatives in digital transformation, sustainability, innovation, business transfer or acquisition, export, and productivity improvement.
How much funding can be received?
MRC Marguerite-D'Youville — Business Support Fund – Stream 4 Funds up to 10% of admissible expenses, capped at $10,000 per project.
Who is eligible for the MRC Marguerite-D'Youville — Business Support Fund – Stream 4 program?
To be eligible for the MRC Marguerite-D'Youville — Business Support Fund – Stream 4 program, you must:
MRC financing required.
Project must fit MRC priority areas.
Business must be located in the MRC.
What expenses are eligible under MRC Marguerite-D'Youville — Business Support Fund – Stream 4?
Digital transformation projects
Sustainability projects
Innovation projects
Business transfer or acquisition projects
Export and productivity improvement projects
Who can I contact for more information about the MRC Marguerite-D'Youville — Business Support Fund – Stream 4?
You can contact MRC de Marguerite-D'Youville by email at dev.econo@margueritedyouville.ca or by phone at none.
Where is the MRC Marguerite-D'Youville — Business Support Fund – Stream 4 available?
The MRC Marguerite-D'Youville — Business Support Fund – Stream 4 program is available Montérégie, Quebec.
Is the MRC Marguerite-D'Youville — Business Support Fund – Stream 4 a grant, loan, or tax credit?
MRC Marguerite-D'Youville — Business Support Fund – Stream 4 is a Grant and Funding