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MRC Les Moulins — Social Economy Enterprise Fund - Quebec - Canada
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MRC Les Moulins — Social Economy Enterprise Fund

Supports social economy enterprises in development and expansion
MRC Les Moulins
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
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).

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

info@mrclesmoulins.ca

Frequently Asked Questions about the MRC Les Moulins — Social Economy Enterprise Fund Program

Here are answers to the most common questions about the MRC Les Moulins — Social Economy Enterprise Fund. 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 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 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

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