Open
Last Update: March 4, 2026
Funding available
$ 5,000
Timeline
- Open Date : August 16, 2023
Location
Outaouais, Quebec, Canada
Overview
The program provides non-repayable funding of up to $5,000 or 50% of eligible costs for private businesses, and 80% for social economy organizations. It supports projects that require an external consultant and have a direct impact on the company and its community.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase performance through digital transformation
- Reduce environmental footprint
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 5,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Timeline
- Open Date : August 16, 2023
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Professional, scientific and technical services
Location
- Papineau
- Outaouais
- Quebec
Legal structures
- For-profit business
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Rural or Northern Residents
- Startups
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Projects that require an external consultant
- Professional service projects with a direct impact on the business and its community
Documents Needed
- Completed and signed application form
- Expense supporting documents
- Revenue supporting documents, if applicable
- CVs of owners for private businesses
- Letter of attestation from the social economy body, if applicable
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Private businesses established in the MRC de Papineau
- Social economy organizations, including cooperatives and non-profits
Who is not eligible
- Private businesses in the financial sector
- Financial cooperatives
- Businesses with a pending grant file or unfinished project under the policy
- Businesses in controversial sectors such as sexual, religious, or political activities
Eligible expenses
- Professional fees related to the request
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Regular operating costs
- Accounting services normally used by the organization
- Working capital and debt financing
- Research and development activities
- Projects already completed before submission
Eligible geographic areas
- MRC de Papineau
Processing and Agreement
- Complete applications are sent by email to the MRC.
- Applications are reviewed by the analysis committee.
- Final decisions are made by the board of directors.
- Approved projects require a funding agreement.
Additional information
- Funding is non-repayable and non-recurrent.
- Applications are open continuously until funds are exhausted.
- The final payment is released after the project is completed and the completion report is submitted.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the MRC Papineau — Consultancy fund (FEC) Program
What is the MRC Papineau — Consultancy fund (FEC)?
The program provides non-repayable funding of up to $5,000 or 50% of eligible costs for private businesses, and 80% for social economy organizations. It supports projects that require an external consultant and have a direct impact on the company and its community.
How much funding can be received?
MRC Papineau — Consultancy fund (FEC) Funds up to 50% of admissible expenses, capped at $5,000 per project.
Who is eligible for the MRC Papineau — Consultancy fund (FEC) program?
To be eligible for the MRC Papineau — Consultancy fund (FEC) program, you must:
Business established in MRC de Papineau
Must use external consultant services
CDROL attestation required for non-profits
What expenses are eligible under MRC Papineau — Consultancy fund (FEC)?
Projects that require an external consultant
Professional service projects with a direct impact on the business and its community
Who can I contact for more information about the MRC Papineau — Consultancy fund (FEC)?
You can contact MRC Papineau (MRC) by email at k.perrier@mrc-papineau.com or by phone at 819-427-6243.
Where is the MRC Papineau — Consultancy fund (FEC) available?
The MRC Papineau — Consultancy fund (FEC) program is available Outaouais, Quebec.
Is the MRC Papineau — Consultancy fund (FEC) a grant, loan, or tax credit?
MRC Papineau — Consultancy fund (FEC) is a Expert Advice