How much funding can be received?

Funds up to 50% of admissible expenses, capped at $5000 per project.

What is the deadline to apply?

The deadline to apply is not specified.

Who are the financial supporters of the MRC Papineau — Consultancy fund (FEC)?

MRC Papineau — Consultancy fund (FEC) is funded by MRC Papineau

What are MRC Papineau — Consultancy fund (FEC)'s eligibility criterias?

The applicant must be seeking services from an external consultant for a project with a direct impact on the company and community. The project must not be covered by grants available from other government bodies. Non-profit organizations seeking funding must have a social economy enterprise attestation from the CDROL to be eligible.

MRC Papineau — Consultancy fund (FEC)

Last Update: July 22, 2025

QC, Canada

Non-recurrent fund for specialized professional services assistance

MRC Papineau — Consultancy fund (FEC) at a glance

Eligible Funding

Max. $5,000
Up to 50% of project cost

Timeline

Open Date : August 16, 2023

Financing Type

Expert Advice

Eligible Industries

Professional, scientific and technical services

Grant Providers

MRC Papineau

Program status

Open

Overview of the MRC Papineau — Consultancy fund (FEC) program

The Fund for Expert Consultants provides non-repayable grants of up to $5,000 or 50% of the project cost for private enterprises, and 80% for non-profits/cooperatives, to obtain specialized professional services. Eligible projects require external consultancy to deliver initiatives with a direct impact on the business and its community.

Financing terms and conditions

This grant provides funding support through co-financing to assist businesses in accessing professional consulting services for impactful projects. There are specific funding parameters based on the type of organization.

Non-repayable grant covering up to $5,000 or 50% of the project costs for private companies.
Non-repayable grant covering up to 80% of the project costs for non-profit organizations and cooperatives.

Eligible projects & activities

To benefit from this grant, projects must involve the engagement of professional consultants to ensure significant impact on the business and its environment. The involvement of external expertise is crucial to meet the grant's objectives effectively.

Engagement of a business consultant to develop strategic business plans for growth.
Hiring a marketing specialist to design and implement a comprehensive marketing strategy.
Utilizing a financial consultant for financial assessment and planning.
Collaborating with a technology consultant to integrate advanced technological solutions.
Working with an organizational development expert to enhance team management and productivity.
Partnering with an environmental consultant to develop sustainable business practices.

Eligibility criteria of the MRC Papineau — Consultancy fund (FEC) program

Eligibility for this grant is determined by specific requirements related to the applicant's profile, region, and past activities.

The applicant must be a Canadian citizen or a permanent resident of Quebec, at least 18 years old.
The applicant must represent a legally constituted private enterprise in Quebec, including Corporations, General Partnerships, or Sole Proprietorships.
The enterprise must be an entity located within the MRC de Papineau territory and in operation for at least 12 months.
The enterprise must not have received a grant under the policy in the last 12 months.
For non-profit organizations, they must obtain an attestation from CDROL confirming their status as a social economy enterprise.

Eligible expenses

The grant covers expenses specifically related to obtaining professional services necessary for the project's implementation.

Professional fees related to the request.

Eligible geographic areas

This grant is available to companies located specifically within the jurisdiction of the Papineau Regional County Municipality (MRC) in Canada. The focus is on supporting local businesses to enhance their impact in the region.

Companies within the Papineau Regional County Municipality.
Organizations operating in areas covered by the MRC of Papineau.

Eligibility criteria of the MRC Papineau — Consultancy fund (FEC) program

The evaluation and selection of projects for this grant are based on specific criteria with allocated point scores to ensure alignment with the grant’s objectives.

The positive impacts of the project for the company, considering innovation, necessity, and added value (25 points).
The positive impacts of the project for the region, including community involvement, local partnerships, and job creation (25 points).
The quality of the project, assessed by the expertise of the chosen consultants, relevance of expenses, and sustainability measures (25 points).
The viability of the project, including human and financial capacities, promoter motivation, and realistic planning (25 points).

How to apply to the MRC Papineau — Consultancy fund (FEC) program

Preparation of the documentation

Fill out and sign the application form.
Gather the supporting documents for each expense and income.
For private businesses, prepare the owners' resumes.
For non-profits or cooperatives, obtain the attestation letter from the Social Economy Hub and the letters patent.
For businesses with more than two years of operations, provide the financial statements for the last two years.
For businesses with less than two years of operations, prepare a business plan, two-year financial forecasts, and interim financial statements.

Submission of the request

Send the complete request by email to Katia Perrier at the address k.perrier@mrc-papineau.com.

Additional information

Here are additional relevant details for this grant:

The subvention is non-recurrent and will be provided as a non-repayable grant.
The grant is available continuously throughout the year until the exhaustion of funds.
The funds are managed and the applications are approved by the MRC's Conseil d'administration.
The grant payment will be administered in two installments, in accordance with the agreement protocol signed by both parties.
The maximum grant amount available is $5,000 per application, excluding taxes.