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MRC Les Moulins — Social Economy Enterprise Fund
Supports social economy enterprises in development and expansion
Last Update: March 4, 2026
Funding available
$ 10,000
Timeline
- Open continuously
Location
Lanaudière, Quebec, Canada
Overview
The MRC Les Moulins Social Economy Enterprise Fund provides a maximum of $10,000 in start-up grants and $5,000 in annual interest reimbursement for development projects. It aims to support social economy enterprises that focus on producing goods, services, and sustainable employment while maintaining financial viability.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Reduce environmental footprint
- Access new markets
- Start a business
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 10,000 $
- Up to 20% of project cost
Timeline
- Open continuously
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Other services (except public administration)
- Public administration
Location
- Les Moulins
- Lanaudière
- Quebec
Legal structures
- Non-profit
- Public or Parapublic institution
- Non-financial cooperative
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Startups
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Social Services
- Economic, Social and Community Development
Target groups
- General public
- Business owners / entrepreneurs
- Nonprofits / charities
Revenue structures
- Mixed revenue (50%+ earned)
- Fee-for-service model
Scope
- Regional
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Creation and development projects for social economy enterprises.
- Expansion projects for social economy enterprises.
- Start-up phase projects for cooperatives and non-profit organizations.
- Expansion of new activities or markets for existing social economy enterprises.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Non-profit organizations (Organismes à but non lucratif - OBNL).
- Cooperative enterprises (Coopératives), including solidarity cooperatives under certain conditions.
Eligible expenses
- Capital expenditures such as land, building, equipment, machinery, rolling stock, incorporation fees, and similar expenses.
- Acquisition of technologies, software, packages, patents, and similar items, excluding research and development activities.
- Working capital needs strictly related to the operations of the enterprise, calculated for the first three years of operation.
Eligible geographic areas
- Businesses with their headquarters located in the territory of the MRC Les Moulins (Terrebonne and Mascouche).
Selection criteria
- Vente de produits ou des services dans des secteurs répondant à des besoins collectifs.
- Création et consolidation d’emplois durables et de qualité.
- Retombées sociales et économiques locales.
- Pérennité et potentiel d’autofinancement.
- Partenariat financier, apports externes en biens et services et/ou soutien à la réalisation du projet.
- Autofinancement minimal de 20 % en provenance des opérations.
- Apport des promoteurs d’au moins 20 % du coût total du projet.
How to apply
- Step 1: Obtain Application Form
- Visit the MRC Les Moulins website to access the required application forms.
- Step 2: Prepare Application
- Prepare a business plan that includes financial projections over two years.
- Include documentation that supports the project proposal.
- Step 3: Submit Application for Start-up Funding
- Use the designated form for start-up projects and ensure all documentation is attached.
- Submit the application to MRC Les Moulins.
- Step 4: Submit Application for Development Funding
- Use the FLI-FLS form for development projects and ensure all necessary documents are included.
- Submit the application to MRC Les Moulins.
- Step 5: Await Funding Decision
- Applications are reviewed by a committee which recommends projects for funding.
- Await approval from the MRC Les Moulins council.
- Step 6: Post-Submission Review
- No appeals are allowed; however, resubmission with new data strengthening the initial proposal is possible.
Additional information
- The fund operates on a continuous application basis, allowing applicants to submit their requests at any time.
- A fee of $150 is charged for the analysis of each application file, which is required at the time of submission.
- Promoters can resubmit their applications with significant new elements if initially declined.
- Funding decisions are contingent upon the availability of funds.
- The organization is located on 710, boul. des Seigneurs, B.P. 204, Terrebonne (Québec) J6W 1T6.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the MRC Les Moulins — Social Economy Enterprise Fund Program
What is the MRC Les Moulins — Social Economy Enterprise Fund?
The MRC Les Moulins Social Economy Enterprise Fund provides a maximum of $10,000 in start-up grants and $5,000 in annual interest reimbursement for development projects. It aims to support social economy enterprises that focus on producing goods, services, and sustainable employment while maintaining financial viability.
How much funding can be received?
MRC Les Moulins — Social Economy Enterprise Fund Funds up to 20% of admissible expenses, capped at $10,000 per project.
Who is eligible for the MRC Les Moulins — Social Economy Enterprise Fund program?
To be eligible for the MRC Les Moulins — Social Economy Enterprise Fund program, you must:
The organization must have a legal status of a non-profit or cooperative, potentially including solidarity cooperatives under certain conditions.
The enterprise must have its head office or operate a business place within the territory of MRC Les Moulins.
The project should aim to meet identified social needs within the community and align with local priorities.
What expenses are eligible under MRC Les Moulins — Social Economy Enterprise Fund?
Creation and development projects for social economy enterprises.
Expansion projects for social economy enterprises.
Start-up phase projects for cooperatives and non-profit organizations.
Expansion of new activities or markets for existing social economy enterprises.
Who can I contact for more information about the MRC Les Moulins — Social Economy Enterprise Fund?
You can contact MRC Les Moulins (MRC) by email at info@mrclesmoulins.ca.
Where is the MRC Les Moulins — Social Economy Enterprise Fund available?
The MRC Les Moulins — Social Economy Enterprise Fund program is available Lanaudière, Quebec.
Is the MRC Les Moulins — Social Economy Enterprise Fund a grant, loan, or tax credit?
MRC Les Moulins — Social Economy Enterprise Fund is a Grant and Funding